how many of you think the republican will loose control of congress this week?
821568
If they don't lose at least one of the 2 houses I will be personally convinced that Diebold (Republican) voting machines are running the country and that democracy as we know it is dead.  We need a third party to keep the Dems and the Republicans honest and answering to the people instead of their own selfish interests.  Absolute power corrupts and I don't think it matters who is in that power seat - bring on a third party that really cares about things that matter like the environment.  We need bold, new leadership.
941548
Surprisingly I think its starting to already. I imagine Pelosi calling him on the middle of the night Tuesday, "wanna keep your job? GET rid of Rumsfeld, NOW" Looks like Bolton's  coming down now too from the UN and Melman's leaving the RNC! Its fun to watch all the rats jump from  a sinking ship.\n\nOk btw, the GOP led us into Iraq and obviously couldn't find their way out, nor a wet paper bag! Our president is playing games while our boys are dying, and now its ALL the democrats responsibility to bail his ass out? Fat chance
872893
Democrats will more than likely win control of the house. Republicans would have to win all of the toss up races to prevent it. \n\nSenate is way too close to call. The only state no poll is showing an advantage for is Virginia. Both democrats and republicans need this state to retain control.
860679
I really think we will see a virtual stalemate for the next 2 years and I do not believe it will be because of the Republicans. Many of the Democrat leadership are beholding to the far left, but many of the newly elected Democrats are much more moderate. Personally I think what you will see is a lot of Democrat infighting, especially if the remaining Republicans stand up for traditional conservative principles. The one area where I am very worried is on the illegal immigration front. I think there is a definite chance that they will try to pass the Kennedy/McCain immigration bill from the Senate. The stumbling block before was the House, but that block has been removed and if it makes it to the President' desk he will sign it because it is exactly what he has wanted all along.
1051687
No he won't be lucky because he will inherit the mess from this one...he has to be pushed into a war and once the republicans are out of office they will go on the attack against him blaming him for everything and acting like they never did anything to contribute to the problem....then the democrats will pretty much do the same if they lose so I hope a completely differnt party wins...Im sick of Dems and Republicans...why don't we all just try something completely differnt this next election.
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!
445297
I'm confused by your writing that "Republicans in Congress have their work cut out for them this fall". Is there some secret polling I'm not aware of that says Democrats are cruising along? Last I heard the Democrats in Congress were polling with LESS than 25% approval ratings.\n\nI think everyone is going to have a tough time this election season. And that's awesome.
264606
It will happen near the mid term elections in November. \nThe Bush administration can not afford to lose the House of Representatives. Let's see if this ploy works.
1124325
It could happen even if he can't run, he had enough machines rigged last time to carry the vote over to the next election. I sure hope they have that "little problem" ironed out before  the next election, another 4 years of repuglican dominance will ruin this country for sure.
763472
*sigh* unfortunately it's most likely going to be more of the same old crap.  Just like the republicans were pretty much corrupted by all their power, the same will likely happen to the democrats.\n\nWell, that's assuming they're going to stay in power past the next election.  I guess we can all hope that we'll see some actual positive changes in the upcoming months.... but I'm not holding my breath.
880348
AMEEEEEEENNNNN!!!!!! Hope the GOP does'nt steal another election.......Just a thought.....Peace........
827124
Sure.........how do you think the Democrats got back in control of Congress????
819980
I think he will be forced to resign. Rumsfeld seems to be out of the loop these days with the Bush Administration, which is an indication to me that he will be even more out of the loop after the elections.
136493
Hopefully, Sen. John McCain will run.  Not a Republican, but I truly believe this man can bring some integrity to Congress and the White House that has been so lacking during the Bush Adminstration.  It is high time to restore some semblance, order, and stability and a renewed confidence in the Constituiton and the Bill of Rights.
640534
Not with the Republicans in control of the House!
206435
Woooo very good question. I think that the Dem. Party will win next.  but who knows.  not many people are happy with him (bush). even the guys over seas think we should pull out.
702802
Yes.  And you know these rubber stamp republicans won't quit until they are checked.  Time to undo some of the more egregious parts of the Chimp Administration's recent laws and re instate Congressional oversight.  Oh, I know, its only the INDICTED republicans that are causing all the problems.  I doubt if the habeas corpus provisions of the MCA will survive a USSC review anyway.