State Rep. Gerald McCormick from Hamilton County (Chattanooga), which has the largest concentration of voters — about 43% of the likely Republican Primary turnout, has expressed interest in the race, but will probably not make decision until after the legislature adjourns in May or June. McCormick may also get points for having served in the Gulf War. McCormick has publicly endorsed Wamp’s gubernatorial bid, although Wamp has given no indication that he favors any of the contenders for his congressional seat.

Let’s see what Rep. McCormick is doing to maximize the impact of any votes and any money he might get in the race for Congressman Wamp’s fightin’ 3rd:

Circumventing the democratic process and surreptitiously resurrecting legislation that would suppress the vote of the elderly, the poor, and disabled. Check.

Cynically not suppressing the vote a different group by surreptitiously resurrecting legislation that would allow “certain members of the U.S. armed forces to return an absentee ballot by facsimile transmission or similar electronic means.” Check.

Other legislation that Rep. McCormick sponsored but hasn’t yet figured out how to bring back from the dead…

HB0105 that would allow corporations to make campaign contributions in Tennessee, and HB1719 that would allow “trade and professional associations to fund PACs.” Check and check.

I guess he gets points for planning ahead.