If I got my wish, it wouldnt matter since fast Eddie Rendell is Governor.
3 wishes for Murtha....
1. He gets well soon.
2. Russell defeats him in Nov.
3. JM enjoys his retirement with family.
Replacements may NOT be appointed.
Garde la Foi, mes amis! Nous nous sommes les sauveurs de la République! Maintenant et Toujours!
(Keep the Faith, my friends! We are the saviors of the Republic! Now and Forever!)
LonePalm, le Républicain du verre cassé (The Broken Glass Republican)
Actually, representatives MUST be elected, even replacements.
Replacement SENATORS can be appointed, elected, or chosen by the state legislatures, as specified by the state constitution or laws.