The CO GOP seem like "loons" because of the demographic changes which moved the state from reddish to bluish in a very short period of time. As a result, the GOP got caught with their pants down and now, has rendered itself almost unelectable.
I fully expect Hickenlooper to win another term and I don't think in the end, it will be that interesting.
I actually agree with you.
And obviously without a sane candidate the CO GOP stands no hope of making it competitive later on this year.
The poll is probably close against weak candidates because it's early on. But I don't take it as a Hickenlooper scot free card since it shows that he is in a vulnerable political state. Esp. if he is governing more towards the left in a moderate leaning state like Colorado.
And keep in mind that the presidential race in CO last year didn't turn out to be much of a nail-biter either and it was a near must-win state for Mitt Romney.
