Wake Me Up When June Ends

Any story that didn't have Jacko, Iran or Sanford in the headline doesn't draw much attention these days. But The Hotline wants to make sure you haven't missed out on key developments in '10 races.

-- Chicago Urban League Pres. Jackson says she'll run for IL SEN. Though she's untested, her profile - African-American and female - is notable in what may turn out to be a crowded primary. Of course, having Blago on your resume can't help.

-- In PA, Kos warns Sestak that the longer he sits on the fence, the harder it will be to catch up w/Specter's $$ lead. But while the 'netroots may be holding onto their checkbooks, it doesn't mean that other would-be donors are doing the same. When FEC reports come out 7/15, we'll learn just how effective his non-announcement announcement tour has been.

-- The NRSC wades into yet another potential primary, giving their blessing to MO's Blunt. Unlike Crist in FL, however, it's not all that clear Blunt's the stronger candidate. Even so, it gives the NRSC time to fix up what many insiders agree is Blunt's rusty machine.

-- Finally, it looks like Dems caught a break in NY, as Boehner beat out Cornyn for King's attention. This leaves the SEN race without a serious GOPer. Does this hurt Gillibrand, who's banking on electability as her strongest asset?

-- Hopefully this can help tide you over until 7/15, when we'll see who's been bluffing and who's been building up their '10 warchests.