The Columbus Dispatch and Political Machine are both reporting that Sen. George Voinovich (R-OH) is seriously looking at the possibility of retiring. Voinovich is in his 70's and is near the top of most pundits' retirement list among Senators up for reelection in 2010.The Political Machine article hints that Voinovich might announce his decision regarding his plans for reelection as early as next week.
If Voinovich were to retire, the most likely Republican to replace him would be Rob Portman, a former congressman, Director of the Office of Management and Budget and U.S. Trade Representative.
On the Democratic side, Lt. Gov. Lee Fisher and Rep. Tim Ryan would lead the pack in the Democratic primary if they announced their candidacies and could pose strong challenges to Voinovich or Portman in the general election.
Whether or Voinovich retires or not, this seat will be one the most competitive in the county in 2010, and it should be an interesting one to watch.
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