On Monday, longtime Massachusetts Rep. Barney Frank stunned many people in both parties by announcing he will not seek a 17th House term in 2012.  With such a vocal and controversial track record, what will be Frank’s legacy?  Do Republicans believe that Congressional redistricting is the real reason for this retirement?  Does a competitive GOP run against Frank in 2010 mean this seat is in play?  And what does Frank’s retirement tell us about Democratic hopes of winning back a House majority next year?  We discuss it all with Paul Lindsay, communications director for the National Republican Congressional Committee.

 

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