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In reply to the discussion: I predict GOP re-takes the Senate in 2014 and Democrats win the Presidency in 2016 [View all]OldDem2012
(3,526 posts)5. At the rate the GOP is going, they won't even be a viable party by 2014. nt.
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I predict GOP re-takes the Senate in 2014 and Democrats win the Presidency in 2016 [View all]
Welcome_hubby
Dec 2012
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Which States do you see as toss ups or potential flips? I see two....both currenly Republican.
Bluenorthwest
Dec 2012
#1
Why only 1/3rd? How was it started that way in teh first place...that certain states expire in
Honeycombe8
Dec 2012
#30
It's to better insulate the Senate from the momentary passions of the electorate
mythology
Dec 2012
#25
Yes, it is a jewel and exactly what the tea partiers DON'T want: educated citizens.
CTyankee
Dec 2012
#24
Perhaps Obamacare will help with that. But you are right. Universal health care in
CTyankee
Dec 2012
#33
In 2012, Democrats were defending 21 seats to the Republican 10 and 2 Independents who voted Dem
RomneyLies
Dec 2012
#9
I don't see Dems having to go that far left to successfully challenge the tea baggers.
CTyankee
Dec 2012
#16