Will the Democrats win the House and Senate or only take back one?
360619
All we can do is hope at this point but congress rating is the lowest it ever was. Good chance we will get one or both. I sure hope so.
870673
I think the majority of the U.S. at the moment is republican. For '08 I can't see a democrat winning. If another disliked republican administration takes over than by '12 no doubt dems will hold the white house. Republicans will probably hold house + senate in '08 as well.
779697
I think Democrats are starting to get over the euphoria of their win and are realizing what actually happened. Voter samples show that voters were not really voting for the Democrats, but rather against the Republicans. What the voters have done is actually create a stalemate situation. This because while Democrats control the congress, the president controls veto power and the Democrats do not have the majority required to override. So while Democrats have indeed made the president a lame duck, they have also imposed the same on the congress. It does not have to be this way though. If Democrats reach across the aisle to craft bi-partisan legislation which benefits all Americans they can still accomplish many things. However, if they fall back on the liberal agenda nothing of substance will get done in government for the next 2 years. The biggest problem for Democrats is now they have the power and they must produce. Just calling the other side evil is not going to do it anymore. The Democrats say they wanted change for all Americans, the coming days, weeks, and months will show if they were honest, or if they just wanted power again and were willing to say whatever it took to get elected.
538271
I disagree that it is a given that they will regain control.  I think that it is a given that they will gain seats.  The main problem is that they haven't formulated any plans or agenda.  They attack the Republicans over the war, but they are divided about whether to oppose the war.  To a lesser extent, they are acting the same way on the economy.  Plenty of criticism, but no plans.\n\nThe Democrats can definitely gain seats this fall at this rate, but if they want try to take control of Congress they need to come up with a concrete platform to sell to voters.  So far, leaders like Pelosi and Reid have been too timid to do anything other than criticize.  Coming up with plans opens them up to criticism, and risks alienating voters.\n\nAs for Hilary, I don't see her on the ticket.  She is too much of a polarizing figure.  2008 is a real opportunity for the Democrats to take the swing vote, and even discontented Republicans.  If Hilary is on the ticket, they won't take a single red state, and risk losing a few blue states.  If the Republicans choose McCain, Hilary would be a disastrous candidate.
813188
I predict the Democrats will take back the House but the Senate is too close to call  and will probably end in court battles and recounts.  Gotta have some kinda excitment and drama with this election, right? hee hee
738478
No matter what happens republicans won't be able to blindly follow President Bush anymore as democrats are going to gain at least a dozen house seats, four senate seats and a half dozen governors. \n\nThat said it is likely that Democrats will gain at least 18 seats in the house and control the house. There is a more or less 50/50 chance of them gaining the senate. \n\nBut who can say for certain what will happen?\n\nEither way it is a victory for the democrats. The question is how large of a victory?
986382
I don;t know if they will learn much...They have been this way for awhile. But now there can be a bit of a check and balance with the House...and hopefully in the Senate. Now the Dems. just have to get some stuff done and stick to what the have promised. The Presidential election in 08' has a lot riding on how the Dems do now. I love politics!!!
300179
I believe the Democrats will pick up 10 or so congressional seats and 1-2 senate seats.  Republicans will still control Congress but the Senate will be deadlocked 50 -50 making it difficult for Republicans to push their agenda through. Watch for all Republicans to distance themselves from the President who will go from lame duck to dead duck. Republicans will start harping on Iraq and Democrats will try to take the lead on fighting terrorism and the economy and will be criticizing Republicans for a record deficit, high oil prices, poor Iraqi and Iran policies, and corruption. The Presidential hopefuls will all be trying to balance themselves On the fence --- in other words, politics as usual
750121
Dems will control the House, by about 5 seats.   Republicans the Senate by one or two seats.\n\nCheck my prediction on Wednesday.
910332
Already with Pelosi backing Murtha and Murtha bragging he has the votes for majority whip this could back fire. Moderate Democrates are already backing Hoyer who would be the wiser choice. And already Murtha has been ranked the unethical democrat by several groups. From what I read on the Drudge Report it sounds like its going to backfire.
779273
they better not be, or the democrats who won yesterday will find themselves and their buddies out COME NEXT ELECTION.\n\nThe People are finally speaking. \n\nRepresent us, or you are out.
702319
You will not be wrong. Have a little faith in the intelligence of the American people. They will do the right thing and vote for the Democrats.
401250
Revoultion is long over due in this country, but the only way to succeed in one is for it to be peacful and through the ballot box. We have got to do away with the twoparty system. The Dems are too liberal and the Repubs are too conservative.
791022
As long as the Democrats can make a decent decision for once in Congress; we wont quite, we wont surrender. Thats what America was built on. But hey, when Congress pulls us out and a couple of 9/11's come, it'l be all those Americans that voted Democrats fault, and them, and their families will suffer
805980
i agree, but it's been a while since democrats have had control of congress. and don't forget they only control the house right now, it'll still be a while before all the votes for senate are counted and sorted out. here's to hoping for the senate!
984789
The democrats are sore winners. They're snide, cocky, and arrogent. \n\nOn the other hand, most Republicans, rather than crying and claiming the election was stollen (unlike the democrats in 2000 and 2004), have become more resolved, more determined. \n\nMethinks this minor victory will result in a major loss for the donkeys in charge of the house and senate now (And yes, the democratic symbol IS a donkey)... Especially if they decide to waste time going after the president through endless investigations and impeachment.
752918
Unfortunately not.\n\nThe democrats will push their agenda....\n\nBut guess what? Next electionthe american people can push back and vote in the other party. And if they refuse to represent "the people" we can vote them out too.  \n\nIts time for the government to represent the people again.