Idaho Senate
Filing Deadline: March 21, 2008 • Primary Date: May 27, 2008 • General Election: Nov. 4, 2008Republican
Jim Risch
Risch, the lieutenant governor, was nominated with 65% of the vote in an eight-way primary.
Campaign Web siteDemocrat
Larry LaRocco
LaRocco, a former congressman, was nominated with 72% of the vote in a two-way primary.
Campaign Web sitePlease send comments or corrections to AlmanacEditorial@nationaljournal.com.
Ranking and Analysis
Race Ranking: 16
Race Ranking: 16
Larry LaRocco has run a game campaign, but this is still Idaho.
Ad Spotlight
- Jim Risch For Senate: "Jim Risch Just Gets Things Done" (10/30/08)
- Larry LaRocco For Senate: "Divert" (10/23/08)
- Jim Risch For Senate: "Bold New Leadership" (8/18/08)
- Larry LaRocco For Senate: "Change" (8/11/08)
Previous Election Results
| 2002 General | Total Votes | Percent | Expenditures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larry Craig (R) | 266,215 | 65% | $3,045,521 |
| Alan Blinken (D) | 132,975 | 33% | $2,170,928 |
| 2002 Primary | Total Votes | Percent | Expenditures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larry Craig (R) | unopposed |
| 1996 General | Total Votes | Percent | Expenditures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larry Craig (R) | 283,532 | 57% | $2,992,451 |
| Walt Minnick (D) | 198,422 | 40% | $2,140,878 |
Hotline Coverage
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Race Rankings
Based on likelihood of seat switching party control. Updated: 10/31.
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