I imagine some of what you propose has already transpired - in “gentlemens’ terms, of course.
Even if Akin wins, his actions during this period will not be forgotten. He can’t expect any plum assignments and he will be primaried out in 2018.
“Even if Akin wins, his actions during this period will not be forgotten.”
Never. The f**ker needs to be Murkowski-ed NOW if he won’t get out.