Heineman may run unopposed

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To have or not to have a candidate for governor?

That’s the question Nebraska Democrats are struggling with this summer after the abrupt departure of Omaha investment banker Mark Lakers from the race.

With less than four months left in the election cycle, Democrats are weighing the pros and cons of whether or not to field a candidate.

Any candidate would need the equivalent of a political miracle to defeat Republican Gov. Dave Heineman and his $1.5 million war chest at this late hour.

The question then becomes whether it is better to have at least someone’s name on the ballot to give voters a choice or to take the hit now and skip the election.

http://www.omaha.com/article/20100712/NEWS01/707129939&frompost=1