Now that the Dem.party has taken back control of the Senate do you really feel we'll see change?
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1.  See change?  Yes, and re: change - get ready to hand over more of your change - (politicians and many GOP, too think we never pay enough) Charlie Rangel says taxes will go up for sure.\n2.  The Dems are more for protecting civil rights than seeing justice done - crime will probably get worse, especially if they get the White House back and appoint more liberal judges.\n3.  Expand government programs.\n4.  Raise minimum wage, which will serve to decrease the amount of jobs - employers just won't hire so many workers.\n5.  Push for more homosexual rights\n6.  Push for embryonic stem cell research - although it has shown no promise and there is little research money
444795
No, and maybe. It depends on if a democratic majority is returned to congress this year, if we leave it for the repulicans it will never happen.
696318
Not really.  This midterm election was more of a "recall" of the current Senate, and does reflect some mistrust and dislike of the president, since it was his party which lost seats.  However, the presidential election is still two years away, and a lot can change between now and then.  Also, the next presidential race will be a tough call since both parties much put forth a new candidate, as Bush cannot run again.
849369
I sure hope so and lots of them!!! BUT I am really waiting for 2008 when we can replace the President and get our deficit back to zero, like it was when he took office, treat each and every american equally and include ALL income levels when deciding who needs help! The people who are the backbone of this great country are the working class and they are in the poverty level of income!!! We are the forgotten ones. So I appeal to ALL DEMOCRATS TO GET OUT AND VOTE ON NOV. 7TH OF THIS YEAR AND ESPECIALLY IN 2008!!!
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"Will it be a landslide to the Democrats to teach the Republicans a lesson?"\n\nI SURELY HOPE SO!!!
889653
I hope so. . .The unfortunate truth and sad realization is; it proves that our democracy is mostly dependent on money to win elections.\n\nHopefully, this can be addressed and fixed.   The Dem's have spent more than ever, and were very close in spending to what the Reps have. (To win and have payed less is encouraging, and shows a good sign, however, it bothers me to think about where the money came from).\n\nIf the Democrats have resorted to taking funds the same way as the Reps, then we have a change in name only. I hope not, as I am a Democrat, and I personally despise the fact that you need money to win.\n\nThank you all for voting. . .Great Job
144718
Obviously very far. They acted like defiant children at the State of the Union, which I found extremly distasteful especially because of the times. We need to be united right now not fighting over stupid crap. Personally I'm a moderate but after seeing them at the State of the Union I lost a lot of respect for the Democrats. So right now I'd say they would do anything short of murder to win power back.
743261
i don't recall the exact numbers but the consensus seems to be a dem takeover of the house, gop holds the senate...we'll see
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.
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Meh, semi-satisfied. I'm glad that the power shift will help put Bush in check, but unhappy about a lot of the ridiculous laws the Democrats are going to push through. \n\nThe Democrats are no better then the Republicans, IMO. They're all (both groups) worthless, lying, cheating, azzkissing, whore politicians. But, once again, Bush will have to be more restrained now, and when it comes to Bush, that's ALWAYS a good thing.
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They will be under the microscope for certain. THe real message behind the Nov. 7th election was not just we are tired of Bush, but that America is fed up with many issues. The democrats promised changes, will they deliver? Is the fear ture about tax increases, will cuts in health care be reversed? Many many isues that took them there, will be watched by millions of voters and make for media grandstanding, and after all the 08 presidentual elections will be directly impacted by the actions or inactions of the new congress
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Firstly, it is not yet safe to declare a victory in both Houses of Congress for the Democratic Party.\n\nSecondly, I do think that will be the reality tomorrow morning.\n\nThirdly, I feel that the best thing about this is that there is tangible proof of a mandate from a majority of Americans that the past few years have been mistake after mistake by the current political leadership.  While my own personally feelings about the matter would lead to making much stronger statements and all executive administrations make some mistakes, we have spent two many years with a leader that is increasingly disconnected from the population.\n\nFourthly, the change of power in political parties will likely give impetus to stronger accountability from the President.  We have just endured 6 years of having obstinate personal agendas being placed ahead of the needs of the population of this country.
672209
I think the Dems are losing now and will continue to lose until they can come up with a way to define their party.  And until they can produce a good, strong, likable, trustworthy candidate.
830146
The economy will start to go backwards. Wall street hates higer taxes and excessive regulations. That is what the Democrats have already comitted to do.  People hate the war. Unless there is radical change in the Iraq situation for the better, and it gets reported by the mainstream media, the Democrats will take both the presidency and the senate  and gain in the house in 2008.\n\nThe swing voters are only voting on one issue - Iraq. The economy and employment are great. The democrats didn't try to attack on any other issue than Iraq. It was a good strategy to win.\n\n I just feel really bad for what is goign to happen to the poor Iraqui people when the Dems force a pullout. I hope it is not like Cambodia where 1.5 to 3 million were slaughtered when we left Vietnam. It will be so sad if this happens, but people won't even pay attention.\n\nThe world economy will take a hit as well.
746602
Very interesting point.  The only reason dems got control was because of the blue-dog conservative democrats who were elected this time around.  America hasn't gone less conservative...only less republican.  Now, the dem leadership isn't taking the hint.  Instead, they're reeling to the left once again.  Should be interesting.  I personally think it will open the door for a sweeping Repub victory in '08 - if they get back to their conservative roots.  Great point.
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Yes most definitely! I think history will judge the president very badly as well as those who elected him -once.Too bad this will be another case of the Democrats missing a chance to say something to the people about what is really GOING ON. I think maybe we should all consider a new party to represent us...the non millionaires and non granolas.
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I know how you feel...\n\nI was a Republican all my life until 1992 when I switched to Independent. I changed parties at this point after the Iran/Contra and World Bank scandals of Reagan and Bush Sr.\n\nDuring the 90s, I voted for Perot twice and never Clinton BUT by the end of the 90s, after educating myself enormously on politics, I began to see the depth of lies, propaganda and manipulation the Republican party was using to win votes.\n\nSo, in 2000, I re-registered Democrat and will probably be so the rest of my life.\n\nBtw, from what you have written, you have a long way to go but it is a good sign that you are at least beginning to question truth. That is where I started my journey out of the 'dark side' into the light. I grew up in a hardcore Republican family and was extremely conservative. Part of letting go of that facade was realizing it is the democratic party that are the ones in Washington fighting for me, for you and for our brothers and sisters.\n\nNo matter where you end.. and it can be a long journey to find yourself, just seek truth and if you are lucky enough to find it, hang on to it with all that you are.