What Tuesday Election? Democrats Ponder 2010

Democratic spokesman Steve Maviglio wins the prize for first postelection speculation about who on the Democratic ticket could replace Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger in 2010. Check out his blog for the full action (except, without George Clooney). Maviglio's line on a few:

"Antonio Villaraigosa 4-1 — No surprise here. The L.A. mayor, (seen in photo with Schwarzenegger) has had his eye on the horseshoe since he was in utero. The Energizer bunny of California politics, he starts off with a strong base in L.A., sky-high popularity ratings, instant appeal to Latino voters statewide, and connections to the resources he needs to run the race in both L.A. and Sacramento.... But he also had a cozy relationship with Schwarzenegger and endorsed Angelides post-Labor Day, which sparked some static among party stalwarts.

"Jerry Brown 25-1 — The night's top vote getter, Brown instantly vaults into the favorites column by virtue of his name ID. Brown hasn't made any noise about wanting to be governor, but then again, you wouldn't expect him too. Chances are that he'll find a comfortable niche as AG and run for reelection. But in a crowded field, Brown certainly could emerge the winner.

"Phil Angelides 250-1 — Richard Nixon, Dianne Feinstein and Bill Clinton are among those who suffered stinging defeats, only to run again. Never say never."

(Photo: Damian Dovarganes / AP)