Former State Representative Cecile Bledsoe of Rogers is a good bet to replace Senator David Bisbee (R-Rogers) in the 2009 General Assembly. Bledsoe has the experience of three terms in the House, a substantial war chest of carry-over funds, and solid Republican credentials. She would become the first woman ever elected to the State Senate from Benton County, joining seven other women likely returning next term.
In Benton County, winning the GOP primary in 2008 would be, in a hackneyed phrase, tantamount to election. Bledsoe was the front-runner already, and her path was further cleared when current Rep. Keven Anderson announced that he would not run for the seat. The other name mentioned as wanting to run for the seat is State Rep. Eric Harris, but few political observers give him much of a chance against Bledsoe.
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