I wonder if this race would have been a probable Republican pickup had Schwartz run for governor or Senate this year.
Schwartz wouldn't run for Governor. It was her plan to run for the Senate, though, before Specter switched.
This seat is difficult but the main reason why Schwartz is able to hang on is because she has a ton of cash and personally popular. Without her as the nominee, the GOP would certainly have a better shot at winning.
One thing is for certain with this race: Schwartz won't be breaking 60% this year.