Indeed, Bush got 64% in that district in 2004. So, clearly it’s a good sign that Hackett came so close. But don’t oversell the phenomenon, Eli. Replicating Hackett’s campaign will be difficult unless, well, Hackett is actually the one running. Key factor: Hackett was an Iraqi vet. This gave him star-power, credibility, and traction in Red turf and made his rap on the war credible and exciting. I doubt the Dems are putting up many more like him in 2006. Parroting Hackett’s “chickenhawk” rap probably wont play well from non-vets in Red districts.