Mid-term Elections: Republicans Take House and Senate

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In summary, the conversation revolves around predicting the outcome of the upcoming elections and the potential impact on the economy. The speaker believes that Republicans will take control of the House and Senate, potentially leading to surpluses like in 1994. However, others argue that the current economic situation and involvement in wars may prevent this. There is also discussion about the impact of extending unemployment benefits and tax cuts for the wealthy on the deficit and the need for Democrats to highlight this issue. The conversation also mentions statistics from Intrade, showing increasing chances for Republicans to take the House and decreasing chances for Democrats to hold the Senate. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the ongoing political divide and its impact on various social and economic issues.

What will the make-up of Congress be in the mid-terms

  • Democratic House, Democratic Senate

    Votes: 6 54.5%
  • Democratic House, Republican Senate

    Votes: 1 9.1%
  • Republican House, Democratic Senate

    Votes: 1 9.1%
  • Republican House, Republican Senate

    Votes: 3 27.3%

  • Total voters
    11
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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?
 
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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?

We weren't involved in two wars in 1994. That alone will prevent surplusses, even without the new, recently-enacted programs.
 
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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", 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.
 
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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",
It won't increase the deficit by http://www.statesman.com/business/unemployment-benefit-extension-set-for-senate-vote-today-811840.html" ?

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.
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?
 
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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?

Intrade gives a 56% chance Republicans will take the house, up from ~38% at the beginning of 2010
http://data.intrade.com/graphing/jsp/closingPricesForm.jsp?tradeURL=https://www.intrade.com&contractId=639646

and a 71% chance Democrats will hold the Senate, down from 90% at the beginning of 2010.
http://data.intrade.com/graphing/jsp/closingPricesForm.jsp?contractId=639642&tradeURL=https://www.intrade.com
 
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Same old BS no matter who is in control. when the Democrats are in control, abortion issues heat up, when the Republicans are in control, anything having to do with the word "God" heats up.
 

What do the midterm elections mean for the Republican party?

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.

How will the Republican majority impact government policies and decisions?

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.

What factors contributed to the Republican victory in the midterm elections?

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.

What implications do the midterm election results have for the 2020 presidential election?

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.

How will the Republican majority affect bipartisanship and cooperation in government?

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.

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