Don't be surprised if you soon hear Democrats asserting that midterm elections are referendums on incumbent presidents and that as long as President Barrack Obama's numbers remain strong and the GOP brand remains weak, Democratic candidates running for high office next year have nothing to worry about.
In fact, some wise Democrats are concerned about a possible disconnect between the president's popularity and voters' views of Democratic candidates next year, especially for incumbents.
Their fear is that even if Obama remains personally popular, voters will not look kindly on their party's candidates for Congress and governor if the economy remains weak and the public mood is sour and frightened. And even if the economy is showing signs of life, public concern over the deficit, taxes or cultural issues could drive turnout among voters wanting - you guessed it - change.
The rest of the story can be viewed here on Real Clear Politics
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