Shes also raking in the cash. Regardless of the oddball statements (and its not like Reid hasnt made a few himself-"coal makes us sick" anyone?), she can counter Reids media presence and that gives her a big chance to keep Reids ability to define her at bay.
She's already been defined. That's her biggest hurdle.
By the national media yes - but not by the voters, and if she were, which definition would you rather have: the kooky lady with some oddball views but in general shares the views of most Nevadans (ie cutting spending, lowering taxes, restoring values, etc.) or to be defined and known as the kooky man who more than once openly defied the will of Nevadans on healthcare and many other issues while the state has gigantic unemployment.
