Chris Dodd Will Need a New Job

Things are not looking good for the Connecticut Senator:

Mr. President, Are You Looking For A New Peace Corps Director? A brand-new Quinnipiac poll is the latest evidence showing that Chris Dodd is REALLY in trouble for 2010. The survey shows him trailing Rob Simmons (R) in a hypothetical match-up by 16 points (50%-34%), as well as trailing two lesser-known Republicans. Moreover, his approval/disapproval among Connecticut voters is 33%-58%. Ouch. Says the Quinnipiac pollster, “A 33% job approval is unheard of for a 30-year incumbent, especially a Democrat in a blue state. Sen. Christopher Dodd’s numbers among Democrats are especially devastating. Since the AIG controversy, his approval rating among Democrats is down to 51%, and only 58% of Democrats say they will vote for him against Simmons.” Bottom line: This poll will start more serious chatter about pushing Dodd into retirement.

Dodd will justifiably become the face of the banking crisis and will not be returned to the Senate. If the Dems want to keep that seat they better come up with a way to ease Dodd out of there.