Democrats Romped in State Elections. What Will They Do with Their Newfound Power?

Are Democrats ready to make the most of the blue wave?

Unless you’ve been living under a rock (no shame Patrick Star!), you’ve likely heard about last Tuesday’s “Blue Wave” midterm elections. The Democrats’ strong performance at the polls flipped control of the House and the Senate, delivering stunning results on the way, including flipping long-time red states like Kansas and Texas.As the GOP scrambles to repair the damage and Democrats strategize about how to use their new power in a divided Washi…

Democrats romped in state elections. What will they do with their newfound power?

The blue wave that swept across Tuesday’s midterm election will deliver Democrats new power over state government, giving them the opportunity to advance long-sought policy changes.

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