[goldstategop]

My understanding is Cassidy would have served for two years and then he would have to run again for the seat.

[abb]

Here is the next hurdle for Louisiana conservatives. He has a big lead in the polls at this time.

http://www.davidvitter.com/

[Dave W]

Again, a governor's appointment for a vacant seat is valid for only the current term. After that state laws vary. Some appointments are valid for the remainder of the term - some are valid until the governor sets a date for a special election, and some are valid until the next regularly scheduled election.

There is no provision to appoint a senator to a future term. Can you imagine if a governor could appoint someone before an election is even held?