Spun a Different Way

The recall elections fell short of Democratic hopes. They fell far short of my expectations as well. The recall elections of 9 August 2011 in Wisconsin deposed only two Republicans; three or more were necessary to change the balance of power in the state. I thought for certain that the electorate was angrier than that as a result of the blatant abuse of Republican authority and the fascistic tactics they are employing to disenfranchise those who oppose them. I hoped that others shared my concern at the Republican’s naked grasp for power in their legislative agenda. And though the Democrats failed in their attempt to gain a majority in the Assembly, they did manage to remove two Republican senators. 

I think this is no small feat, given the amount of tea the country seems to be drowning in. It may be a desperate attempt at a positive spin, but I need something to offer me some cheer. And besides, The New York Times today agrees with me: the Democrats surpassed previous recall attempts in the past 80 years that the recall option has been in effect in Wisconsin, and the Republicans ought to be concerned.  Onward.