MSNBC host/North Dakotan Ed Schultz is not completely ruling out a run to replace retiring Sen. Byron Dorgan (D-ND), and Democrats are stepping up their calls for him to get in the race.
One progressive group has launched a “Draft Ed Schultz” campaign to urge the talk show host to give up the microphone for the campaign trail. From the Democrats.com petition making the email rounds today:
You have been an inspiration to progressives for years on the radio and TV. You have fought for working families and stood up to the Washington Elite for better healthcare, more jobs, and ending the wars.
America needs you in the Senate!