Sorry, but the popular Hagel was reelected in 2002 with a huge vote, or did a Democrat even nominally oppose him? Cornhuskers believe in Hagel, as do the WV Mountaineers believe in Robert C. Byrd!
Not all of us do, but there isn't a dem here past or present that I would vote for. Hagel is the least odiferous choice that has run in this state. Just remember, regardless of what he does, the (R) behind his title helps ensure that the pubs are at least the majority party in the senate.