Annette Taddeo on the State of Her Race

Blue America-endorsed Annette Taddeo dropped by the Big Tent today and we chatted about the state of her race. I was surprised to learn that–of the three Democrats running in South Florida–Annette’s is the only race that hasn’t yet been put on the DCCC’s Red-to-Blue list. Annette’s district is the least Republican of the three south Florida districts–you’d think this would be a target by now.

Annette made a compelling case that the party should not consider this a four-year project. Specifically, Obama’s candidacy will surely raise the turnout numbers among the district’s 5-6% African American population, which traditionally has turned out in small numbers. Also, University of Miami is in her district; Obama’s likely to generate enthusiasm among those students as well.

All the more reason to send some Blue America love to Annette to help her take out one of the Republicans in South Florida.