Sestak has read the TEA leaves quite well in his planning.

Michigan primary contenders should take note, the conservative, or traditionalist message of the tea party folks is indeed legitimate and as important to your success.  Even with the derision offered by some media outlets, the limited government message cannot be overstated as a strength for the survival of our state going forward.

It is no guarantee, as I pointed out with the PA election, that a republican nod means any significant advantage, as even the Michigan Democrats who speak of less government, even bucking the union philosophy in some way will be the opponents in many races that actually have Tea Party affected primaries.

A side note.. this reminds us of why Dillon shifted rightward in the last year, and has given in to budgets not inclusive of higher taxes.  Further, his alienation of the unions, virtually handing over their support to Bernero should not be ignored.  A tactically smart move.

Dillon will CREAM Bernero, and then it will be harder for those who do not know him in the general to see him as union friendly, even though he would be likely to make up after the primaries. (can you say Lt. G candidate Bernero?)

Yeah.. speculation.. but its a bizarro world anyhow.

The Dems lose the Executive and several seats throughout the state this year.. maybe not so easy, but they will lose.  And though the Tea party activity wasn't needed to predict that, it most certainly is crafting the message of those who would seek the multitude of offices, and ultimately the Governor's seat.