Once a power player on the national Republican scene, the mighty Ralph Reed, formerly of the Christian Coalition, has seen his stature plummet. Reed, who lost a primary for Lieutenant Governor in 2006, is even seeing his name displayed in a new context by the Associated Press.

"Figure in Abramoff scandal raises money for McCain," the AP's Charles Babington heads today.

Emails between Reed and disgraced lobbyist Jack Abramoff shed light on some of Abramoff's shady dealings with several organizations.