Washington Post piece says Senate control matters less than parties think
The commentary contends that the contest over the chamber is not mainly about President Donald Trump, and that both sides exaggerate its effect over his last two years.
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What happened
The contest over the Senate is drawing attention as Trump enters his final two years in office. A Washington Post piece argues the race is not wholly about him and that both parties exaggerate how much a chamber majority will count during that stretch. A New York Times essay adds that a Democratic Senate would need to avoid political games and make the most of whatever majority it wins.
Why it matters
The essay argues that a Democratic majority would have to govern seriously with the seats it holds.
Coverage
- Opinion | Blue Wave? Blue Tsunami? Or Just Blue Sprinklers? (The New York Times)
- Opinion | Democrats Shouldn’t Wait Two More Years (The New York Times)
- Opinion | If Democrats Win the Senate, They Cannot Play Games (The New York Times)
- The fight for the Senate? It isn’t all about Trump. (The Washington Post)
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