Chucky Decides!

Chucky "Janus" Hagel has reached a decision after much soul (or is that "sole") searching! He reached a decision about running after the departing Presidential nomination bandwagon (which actually left quite some time ago). He has firmly reached a decision not to decide anything until he sees if he can get more than a quarter or two from a couple of folks on the street.

In postponing a decision on whether to run for president, Sen. Chuck Hagel may have turned a maverick campaign into a real long shot.

The decorated Vietnam veteran and chief Republican critic of the war in Iraq today stopped short of making a decision about either pursuing a White House bid or seeking a third Senate term. He said he wants to keep his options open.

"I believe there will still be political options open to me at a later date," he said during a press conference at the University of Nebraska at Omaha.

Several political analysts said Hagel could have a much tougher time running for president by waiting…..

…..Hagel said he would actively raise money for a Senate re-election bid in 2008, dashing hopes of many supporters who were expecting him to move toward a White House run.

Money he raises for a Senate re-election campaign could be transferred to a presidential bid. He'll also hold fundraisers for his political action committee, Sandhills PAC.

Hagel's non-announcement put him further behind other candidates who are actively engaged in raising money, building organizations, expanding their name recognition and campaigning in early-deciding states such as Iowa and New Hampshire.

"He obviously marches to his own drumbeat. But it is a beat the rest of us can't follow," Sabato said.

We're pretty sure that's the Vulcan Mild-Meld Polka in 63/64 time that he's marching along to. Or something from Barney. But we digress. We here at Blue Crab Boulevard are proud to bring you this actual, real-live Perfesshnal Wire Service Grade® photo of Chucky's announcement.

Please send exactly 7 cents to Chucky's campaign to demonstrate your support and show what you think of his media-bestowed "maverick" status! Why 7¢? Heck, that way they'll know we sent you!