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What Will and Won't Change After the Midterms
Democrats suddenly have real power, but deep divisions, and Trump's behavior, will only intensify.
Not all blue skies ahead.
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Last night’s midterm elections will bring dramatic change — and some radical sameness.
First, for their conquest of the House of Representatives, Democrats should thank President Donald Trump, writes Jonathan Bernstein. His endless crises and refusal to expand his base made him historically unpopular, despite a strong economy. This gave Dems a wave-like election in the House and decent results elsewhere.