Democrats Mull Over Replacement For Gephardt

Two prominent female Democrats have made decisions on whether to seek the Congressional seat being vacated by St. Louis Congressman Richard Gephardt. Missouri Democratic Party chairwoman May Scheve, a former State Representative from Affton, announced she won’t be running. Scheve says she needs to spend time with her family. Former State Representative Joan Barry of Oakville has formed an exploratory committee, the first step toward a formal announcement of candidacy.