Except for the interruptions of the midterms, we should be enthusiastic but we shouldn't expect to be given the W.H. back. It is a thing of oligarchy and representative Democracy. If the public thinks that we are expected to keep the W.H., then they are smart enough to vote in the G O P. But, since we have put the Obama coalition together and we have a favorable congressional map, we are in good position to do what Tony Blair did, put together a 3 term Labor Party movement.
Duckworth may very well decide to jump into this race, it is better to be in striking distance of the majority than sitting in the minority in a chamber where legislation is beholdened by a small group of tea party members. Better to pass legislation than not and that is why the candidacy of Duckworth or whoever decides to challenge Kirk is worth the challenge.
I think whoever runs will run a competitive race and a small advantage.
?? are we being rumbled
