(1) Perdue does not show up for Vice President Chaney visit to Georgia & (2) Rep. Marshall to co-chair a subcommittee.

Today's Political Insider notes that "in Georgia, GOP leaders realize that continued success in '06 will depend on their own efforts." This statement is in the context of Gov. Perdue being a no-show at Vice President Cheney's trip last week to Robins Air Force Base.

Although Perdue said Cheney's trip was announced too late to change his schedule, we know this is not the case. Perdue's poll numbers are well above those of President Bush

The Political Insider also reported that Congressman Jim Marshall "has been named co-chairman of a House subcommittee examining military tactics in an era of terrorism. Look for him to join U.S. Sen. Saxby Chambliss as a frequent talking head on the issue."

This should help Marshall; I sure hope so. I am one of his fans.