Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_17503169_1 (democratic VARCHAR)
### Question:
What was the 2008 election status when glenn nye was the running democrat?
### Answer:
SELECT 2008 AS _status FROM table_17503169_1 WHERE democratic = "Glenn Nye"