What are Republican prospects in mid-term elections?
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Political analysts seem to generally concur that this midterm is going to be especially bad for Republican candidates, although they differ considerably in their estimates of how bad exactly.  Some think that Democrats will only pick up a few especially weak seats (think DeWine, Chafee, and Santorum in the Senate, or Cunningham in the House) but remain relegated to the minority.  Others believe that general anger against the "culture of corruption" will produce a wave effect that may give the Democrats back the House and even (although more unlikely) the Senate.\n\nCalifornia, where I live, is an interesting situation.  First of all, it's huge, so it depends where you're talking about, specifically.  The coastal areas, which are heavily Democratic, are likely to remain so.  The Republican seats inland, with the exception of Cunningham (who was ousted after being charged with bribery), are also fairly safe, however, merely because our disricts are so gerrymandered - I believe that over 90% are considered to heavily favor one party or another.  California's senator up for re-election, is Dianne Feinstein, who is almost sure to win another term.  Governor Schwarzenegger is facing strong competition from two Democrats, Phil Angelides and Steve Westly, and preliminary polling indicates that either of the two, both largely unknown, would be able to defeat him - he lost a lot of goodwill after calling a special election.\n\nVirginia, I will openly admit to not knowing nearly as much about.  However, I do know that their former governer, Democrat Mark Warner (who is now eyeing a Presidential bid) was extremely popular, and helped to raise pro-Democratic sentiment there, leading to a surprisingly large win for their current Democratic governor, Tim Kaine.  All this suggests a growing shift to the left in Virginia, which could manifest itself in Republican losses in the House.  However, I'm not sure that it's enough to sweep out Allen, who is the Republican senator currently up for re-election.  He is facing a fairly strong candidate, but is still not considered to be one of the weakest candidates.  He is considering a presidential bid, though, which may eventually leave his seat open.\n\nI hope this was of some help! I didn't get any information from it, but if you're still interested, you might try looking at the Cook Political Report ( http://www.cookpolitical.com/ ), which is a non-partisan group of analysts.
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It is anybody's ballgame. This country is split down the middle when it comes to voters. No one is winning in a landslide next week. It will be interesting and no matter what the outcome, as a Republican I will respect the votes, win or loose. I do believe that Dem control of either house will hurt the Dem's in 08. To close a look at these people will not sit well with the majority of Americans, the fringe left will love it but they are a small % of the party.
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It all depends on how badly the current republican guard performs.  If it gets bad enough, people will just vote for change REGARDLESS of what the alternative appears to be.
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I haven't seen any up-and-coming democrats.  I'm starting to get worried.  The party is still unfocussed, and right now there are marvelous opportunities with so many in the republican party under investigation or in other trouble - the demos need to take action!  \n\nbtw – thanks for your nice answer to my question tonight!  I like you, you’re cool.
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Contact the local Republican HQ ... they have this information.
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How about this!! The recent mid-term elections were covered quite differently both across the country and around the world. Some European papers down played the election as ho-hum; while other played it as a near overthrowing of the United States. This should give you something to work with.
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The chances for the Republican party to win the next Presidential election are actually not very bad. Polls can be very misleading, because the only poll that matters is the one where everyone goes into the little booth to cast their ballots.\n\nLiberals like me are very good at complaining when we don't get our way, but when it comes time to put up or shut up far too many of us always seem to have something better to do. As a nation, it is shameful that we barely can get 50% to vote even when the highest office in the land is at stake.\n\nThe Republicans will be more likely to vote than the Democrats, no matter what anyone says right now.
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Instead of the candidate, look at what the party states.  Republicans are cutting taxes, fighting the terrorists, and the House Republicans are the only ones willing to enforce the borders.  \n\nDemocrats have yet to offer any agenda other than against Republicans and Bush.
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probably after the election.
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That depends.  Are AZNS's Republicans?
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What one's political leanings are doesn't really matter here.  Of course the immigration issue is a smokescreen to distract from any number of issues that make the GOP look bad or weak ahead of the all important mid-term elections.  Immigration is a hot button in states that have key elections coming up.  It's brilliant when you think about it, because the democrats can't really come out against it without appearing soft, and if the embrace the issue, they might as well concede right now.  \n\nUlitmately, all politics comes down to this; winning elections.  Only when you win elections can you create policy.  If Bush loses Congress, he becomes a lame duck and puts the GOP at risk of not winning the Presidency in 2008.  This year's midterm election is incredibly important to the GOP and they are going to play to their traditional strengths like tax cuts and security (i.e. immigration).
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yes and it will be a republican
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Its getting harder to tell the difference. Republicans are going to get creamed this fall so they should enjoy it while they can.
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That's actually a good question well ahead of its time!! \n\nDemocrats have lost every national election in the last 12 years, but persist in blaming Bush/Rove for stealing it all. In reality, the liberal wing of the party is pissed that a conservative agenda is moving forward, even threatening some of their major policies of past generations, & with no sign of slowing. That's still 94-00 I'm talking about. In response they've tried to put up liberal candidates to strongly take them back in the other direction, but moderate swing voters in mid-America won't vote for people like that & all they've done is hand those elections to anyone the republicans chose to run (Bush). They don't understand that the mainstream either never did agree with them or has at least moved away from their philosophy & agenda. Take a look at the county by county map of either of those presidential elections if you like. They're too cut off & disconnected from the people & don't know how to make in-roads with them. They may call all of that crazy right now, but what will they be saying if republicans, even with Bush's popularity numbers, hold congress in 06 & 08, & win the Pres again in 08 with another moderate (say Rudy Guliani who wins in a landslide).\n\nThe Democratic Party must fight for its soul & survival at some point soon. If they force that fight now & the moderate branch wins, then they'll have a good chance to re-center the party & maybe win some elections. It seems more likely to me that they'll have to lose the 08 Pres race before enough reality sets in to have that fight. Then with a strong agenda of their own they might be abel to win congress & start swinging the direction of the country. If the liberal branch wins, be that now or after 08, then they'll continue to lose & not understand why, and continue to spew hate & believe republicans are stupid as a defense mechanism that prevents them from facing their own problems. I think they can fix their house if they are forced to, but if they refuse to do it & again turn away from mainstream voters than I can't say those folks won't turn to someone else who can better oppose the things they don't like about the republican party. Republicans have plenty of internal problems too, but even with a pissed off base they aren't as desperate to address them as democrats have to be right now.
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America needs more Republicans in the government. I hope Jeb Bush runs and more importantly win.
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Dems will control the House, by about 5 seats.   Republicans the Senate by one or two seats.\n\nCheck my prediction on Wednesday.
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Well if the Republicans can't twist. lie or cheat their way to being elected they know their business partners will guarantee their being elected.  Sad isn't it?\n\nGod Bless You, Yours and the Southern People.