2008 Congressional Campaign
On January 28, 2008, Northup announced she would run for her old congressional seat in the 2008 election. She had previously endorsed Louisville lawyer Erwin Roberts, who had planned to run, and helped raised money for him. However, Roberts withdrew from the race after learning he would likely be called to active duty in the U.S. Army Reserve. Northup defeated Bob DeVore Jr. and developer Chris Thieneman in the Republican primary. Yarmuth was not opposed in the Democratic primary.
At a press conference held in front of a gas station on June 17, 2008, Northup said that the 2008 elections were about the rising price of energy.
On November 4, 2008, Northup was defeated by John Yarmuth 59% to 41%.
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