Bruce Benson to replace Scott McInnis ?

Leading Colorado Republicans on Wednesday began maneuvering for the possibility of Scott McInnis dropping out of the governor's race.

GOP leaders and advisers swapped phone calls and hastily held small meetings Wednesday to discuss whether McInnis could be replaced by a another candidate, according to several participants.

The name rising to the top of the list was University of Colorado president Bruce Benson, the 1994 Republican nominee for governor.

When asked whether he was open to being a candidate again, Benson said, "You never say no."

Others being considered include former Congressman Tom Tancredo and state Senate Minority Leader Josh Penry.   – More -