Informed Speculation

So, with Texas in play for the first time in memory, how do the polls look?

Surprisingly close, on both sides of the aisle.  The Texas Credit Union League Poll (wtf?) has Clinton up 8, but McCain by merely 4.

However, American Research Group has Obama(!) up six, and McCain by the same margin.

I’m not shocked to see Huckabee doing so well – outside of Austin, Texas is pure Bible Belt country.  The closeness of Obama is clearly causing some major heartburn among the Hillary camp – she has practically been living in Texas, and her famous husband is paying us a visit as well. 

While this sort of thing is old hat to Iowans and Floridians, Texas is usually an afterthought.  Get ready for lots and lots of homespun blarney and BBQ!…