But she added that groups are interested in this race in part because there 's `` no other show in town yet . '' Special election in November to replace longtime congressman who died in October . Political pundits scrutinize Obama as bellwether for November midterms . Republicans want to tie Obama to patronage and approval of the President . Democratic candidate making opponent 's lobbying background an issue .
Special election in November to replace longtime congressman who died in October . Political pundits scrutinize Obama as bellwether for November midterms . Republicans want to tie Obama to patronage and approval of the President . Democratic candidate making opponent 's lobbying background an issue .