[larrymcg421]

This isn't to say those states aren't important. I was just responding to the idea that he needed to win all three. If he only wins two of MI, OH, and PA, then it's a lock and we can forget about all of those states on your list. If he only wins one of three, then he still has a chance depending on if he can pick off one of those states you listed, which I don't think is unlikely (especially if Bayh is on the ticket.)