Alaska - A New Hope?

A new poll shows Alaska in play. We've had some discussions about this seat in the past. Considering Ted Stevens' legal problems, and the possibility of former Gov Tony Knowles (D) challenging him, I thought this seat was a serious opportunity for a pick-up. Others weren't so sure. Then, Knowles made it clear he had no plans to run and the CW seem to confirm Alaska remaining held even with Stevens in the seat. This new poll shows Stevens losing to Anchorage Mayor Mark Begich (D) by 47 to 41. I am not clear yet whether Begich is actually in the race (he does not have a Senate campaign site as far as I can tell), but this poll is encouraging. Considering recent news out of Kentucky, perhaps Alaska has just moved into our number 8 spot.