Freshman House Dems Fight for Survival
Eleanor Clift, Newsweek
Two freshman Democrats from Virginia, Tom Perriello and Gerry Connolly, swept into office on the wave of enthusiasm generated by Barack Obama, are now struggling to stay afloat in a sea of discontent about the president. OK, that's a bit melodramatic, but listening to these lawmakers and what they're up against in defending their seats is to wonder where all the magic has gone, and what can be done to recapture enough stardust to hold on to the Democratic majorities that are the bulwark of the Obama presidency.Their districts are at opposite ends of the economic spectrum, but their...
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