Jimmy Snyder said:Is it too soon to predict? I say Republicans take House and Senate this year. We might even see surpluses come back as they did when Republicans took House and Senate in 1994. That was a good thing right?
It won't increase the deficit by http://www.statesman.com/business/unemployment-benefit-extension-set-for-senate-vote-today-811840.html" ?turbo-1 said:Brain-dead US voters will certainly realize that the GOP has steadfastly resisted the most effective broad-based stimulus (extending unemployment benefits) because it could "add to the deficit",
How many unemployment point hits do you expect from those tax increases on Jan 1, 2011? Or do you believe the connection between tax increases and reduced economic output is a brain dead suggestion?and it's up to the Democratic pit-bulls like Biden to harp on the fact that the GOP is pushing for extension of Bush's tax cuts for the wealthy, with a projected deficit increase of ~$700B over the next 10 years. Dems need to man up and highlight this class warfare for what it is.
Jimmy Snyder said:Is it too soon to predict? I say Republicans take House and Senate this year. We might even see surpluses come back as they did when Republicans took House and Senate in 1994. That was a good thing right?
The midterm elections signify a significant shift in power for the Republican party, as they have gained control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate. This gives them more influence in passing legislation and setting the political agenda.
The Republican majority in both the House and Senate means that they will have more control over the legislative process. This can potentially lead to the passage of more conservative policies and the blocking of legislation proposed by the Democratic party.
There are several factors that may have contributed to the Republican party's success in the midterm elections, including a strong economy and low unemployment rates, a focused campaign strategy, and dissatisfaction with the current administration's policies.
The results of the midterm elections can potentially impact the 2020 presidential election in several ways. It could serve as a referendum on the current administration's policies and potentially influence voters' decisions. It could also shape the political landscape and determine which issues will be at the forefront of the presidential campaign.
The Republican majority in the House and Senate may make it more challenging to achieve bipartisanship and cooperation in government. However, it will also depend on the willingness of both parties to work together and compromise on certain issues. The success of bipartisanship will ultimately depend on the individual leaders and their ability to negotiate and find common ground.