Now that the Democrats are in power?
966672
The Democrats don't take control of congress until Jan. '07. I would think that you would have to give responsibility for the economy to the Republicans for at least six months after that.
835154
Only if the democrats win.
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!
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?
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.
1067174
It is very likely as the democrats getting more and and more powerful.
767869
I have a tendency to think right now that the democrats are just flexing their new found muscles.The New York Times this morning was all talk about how the democrats were only in a hurry about getting the Iraqi war situation in hand and establishing a withdrawal date.\nPolitics are all about compromise,both party's do it all the time.Neither will get all of what they want,its a trade off.There were a lot of moderate Democrats that were elected,not all are of the "lets give away the farm"attitude.\nI keep saying that each side of this issue are getting in too big a hurry to claim victory.After all what have the pro illegals won,yet? Nothing,the anti war /anti Bush faction won.I personally will take a wait and see stance on this.\nTime will tell the whole story.In the mean time,I'm contacting my states government,and this nations government officials and letting them know my views on immigration.The fights not over,its only just started.\nNo to blanket amnesty,\nsecure our borders
827612
It's ending right now. If the Democrats don't take a majority in both houses as predicted, they will certainly make gains. The pendulum is starting to swing the other way. Now all the Democrats need to do is nominate a strong presidential candidate who won't let himself (or herself) be defined by the Republicans.
516779
A change in the power structure. When Democrats take control of either the House or Senate, it will be a whole new ballgame.
843952
The reaction is just as many of us predicted. Al-Queda in Iraq is now claiming they are winning the war because of the democrat victory. Iran will now step up it's own rhetoric. People we are in for a bumpy ride. Are the democrats up for this challenge? Think of Murtha, Kerry, Clinton and Kennedy.....do they inspire trust with you in the realm of National Security?
1162130
screw the Democrats and Republicans.\n\nWe need regime change in this country and that INCLUDES major political parties.
361320
I don't think it will be the end quite yet. With Republican control, there will have to be unrefutable evidence of the "name your issue" that has crossed the Bush Administration's path to get them to actually do something about it. There is mounting evidence against him in several areas, but not black and white outstanding evidence; at least not good enough for them as of yet. It is only a matter of time, but if the Democrats wrestle control in November, the risk of this happening will increase; however, they will have to be careful and do that only with credence, or they will be accused of just wanting to get back at Bush. When that day happens, I will be ecstatic.
792564
I'm tired of the good life myself.  Thank goodness America will now be in the hands of terrorists.\n\nThank a Democrat
1132910
Exactly?\n\nSo now what?\n\nNo matter who we vote for we're probably FUC%#D!
416764
I am hoping that it will be a democratic victory in November. It would provide for some checks and balances in our government that is lacking now. It would scare me more to give Bush two more years with a free hand. Just look at what he has done with the last 6 with a Repuglican majority.
161930
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.
973195
The current administration has no interest in what the average American thinks, wants or needs.  That was apparent from the beginning.  But there were plenty of Americans who supported them (Bush and his cronies) then.... and even now.\n\nIn January the democrats will finally be able to have their voices heard.  Do I think the Democrats have all of the answers?    NO.....but at least they represent, in part a large portion of the American public that was opposed to this war in Iraq and was not brain washed by Bushes propaganda.