Robert Gibbs says Democrats could lose House in November

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President Barack Obama's chief spokesman says it's possible that Democrats could lose their majority in the House this fall.

Press secretary Robert Gibbs says there's no doubt that enough seats are in play for Republicans to take control. Gibbs says the outcome of the fall vote will depend on whether Democrats wage strong campaigns.

Is this unnecessary alarmism or is it wise to try to motivate the base by pointing out the stakes in the upcoming election? And will talk like this discourage potential Democratic voters, or not? And will it merely encourage the other side?

I'm not sure how I feel about this. I had thought that while they might pick up some seats, it won't be enough to be able to take over either chamber. But if this is a plausible threat, then I have more to worry about than I thought. A GOP takeover of the House would be an unmitigated disaster.