After looking at Peden’s site, I can conclude this: He looks and sounds like a House candidate who got swept into Congress in 94. Reminds me of those guys. A good conservative.
I also know this about Ron Paul- he hasn’t become a DC clone in his 20 years as a Congressman. Most of the 94 guys have.
I don’t live in that district, so I really have no dog in the fight, but I’d stick with a man I absolutely know won’t be corrupted.
I’d recommnd Peden go and look for a liberal to dethrone. He’s not doing anything productive trying to take Paul’s seat.