It may well be easier for a hard-core partisan to observe an election campaign than someone else. After all, passionate Republicans and Democrats often blissfully ignore any potential danger signs for their side, at least until Election Night. Someone without a dog in the fight may be more likely to spot dark clouds on the horizon or obstacles on the road ahead that could spoil a trip.
It’s hard to overstate the challenge that House Democrats face in next year’s midterm elections, while the Senate is considerably harder to read. But despite the seemingly ominous signs, other potentially mitigating factors could be important—or even determinative. CONTINUED
Charlie Cook
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