SD War College has compiled a list of the top 10 political personalities of 2005. Number three on the list was John Thune:
3. U.S. Senator John Thune
The man. John Thune is the man.
After a loss to South Dakota’s Junior Senator, he came back and made the decision to take on a tougher battle. And he beat the Senate Minority Leader. He’s largely credited with saving Ellsworth, because if it hadn’t been saved, he would have gotten the lion's share of the blame.
Sure, he’s taken his lumps from those he defeated. It’s expected. And its not going to let up. But 2005 was without a doubt, his year.
Among the power elite in Washington, after beating Daschle, for a short time he was the BMOC - a status he gave up when he fought the administration on Ellsworth. Almost overnight, he went from favored son, to fallen idol. But now, just a few short months later, they’re looking at him to take over the Senatorial Campaign Committee. From favored son, to wayward son… and now back to favored son again.
Others can look on in envy, but John is the man. And there’s no doubt about that.
PP's assessment of Stephanie Herseth (who ranked fourth) is entertaining as well. I recommend reading the whole thing. PP also provides 2006 predictions.
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