[dfwgator]

Despite her large loss, O’Donnell at least prevented a “Republican” Castle from being elected, which would have given Obama the “bipartisan” cover he needs on Cap & Tax and other issues. Comment of the Day. +1000

I concur. The victory came in the primary. Yes I wish the candidates were a bit more polished and not so gaffe prone, but their primary wins sent a resounding message to the GOP. The GOP had to clean their own house first, before they were ready to take back power, and in that sense, "Mission Accomplished." Now we'll be in better position for 2012, now that the deadweight in the party has been dealt with.

[kevkrom]

The GOP had to clean their own house first, before they were ready to take back power, and in that sense, "Mission Accomplished." Now we'll be in better position for 2012, now that the deadweight in the party has been dealt with.

The massive wins in state legislatures across the country also helps to build a solid "bench" for future federal candidates.