Real quick: NM-02 went for McCain (barely) in 2008; Cook has it at R+6. It’s been rumored for some time that Pearce (who didn’t run for the seat in 2008) would be trying to get it back for the GOP, but Harry Teague’s vote on cap-and-trade was the triggering event. You can donate to his campaign here: his basic site is here, and includes his reasons for running. They’re sufficiently important that Pearce isn’t going to run for Governor after all: Continue reading It’s official: Steve Pearce (R Cand, NM-02) wants his seat back.