If I were religious, which I'm not, I'd pray for Tom Barrett's triumph. Consider the alternative! Still, I've got my fingers crossed, though I'm not superstitious. I'm sending all my positive vibes toward the political redemption of our beleaguered state, though I'm not into Mystic Mumbo Jumbo. The Marquette University polling, commissioned by Right-Winger Charles Franklin, has Walker ahead by about 7 points, last I heard. But Professor Franklin is a notorious conservative, so consider the source. Other polls have the breakdown among Wisconsin's registered voters at 49%-49%, far too close to call. I'm not a touchy-feely sort, but I still passionately hope Barrett/Mitchell might prevail. I've done all I could, pragmatically speaking. I've made calls to nationwide radio talk shows, written letters to the editor, done postering, chalking, put up stickers. I already voted for the Dem slate, early. Good Gawd! Tom Barrett certainly deserves to win; he's run an admirable campaign this time around. Beat the pants off Scott Walker during both televised debates, IMHO. And wow, have we ever caught the attention - once again - of the Guardian of London! Let's hope that bodes well for our side! http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisfree/2012/jun/04/tom-barrett-last-minute-momentum-beat-scott-walker?intcmp=239