Everyone loves a winner

Ohio Republican Party Chairman Bob Bennett, after months of chastising Ken Blackwell in his failed attempts to referee a contentious GOP primary, congratulated his party's nominee for governor in a statement tonight:

Ken Blackwell has proven himself to be the right candidate with the right message at the right time. He has the conviction to lead this state beyond the status quo and the skills to get us there. I have no doubt that the Democrats, and even some in the media, are underestimating his ability to connect with voters on the issues that matter. When it comes to his agenda of job creation, fiscal restraint, and government integrity, a lot of people are listening and liking what they hear.