State AGs: Playing more sophisticated game

Out in the power wilderness, state attorneys general have learned plenty. They have the power back and they're determined to keep it.

In Massachusetts AG Martha Coakley has played a very sophisticated game.  She made all the right moves, with the right tone of concern and just enough media attention.  We remember her from her work in lead paint.

Now, reports the influential Politico.com, she's "leading the race to replace Ted Kennedy."  If she gets to the Senate she can acquire considerable power since the President seems to be losing a lot of that himself.  There is a vacuum of leadership and she could grab those reins.