California and Colorado races shape post election gridlock
California voters gave Democrats budget control with Proposition 25 easing deficit battles though internal Democratic rifts remain. In Colorado, Sen. Bennet narrowly defeated Ken Buck as Democrats held a crucial Senate seat. California also rejected Prop 19 legalizing marijuana, while gay-rights activists faced setbacks as Republicans gained House control affecting future reforms.
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Republicans Sweep States Prompt Change Across Nation
Voters ousted incumbents coast to coast as Republicans gained about a dozen statehouses including big wins in Pennsylvania Ohio and Wisconsin. The party pledges to cut regulations shrink government and boost the economy while facing budget shortfalls and tough decisions on privatization rail projects and voting laws.
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Polarized Washington Faces Uncertain Second Term
The shift in House and Senate balance after recent elections signals deeper partisan divides. Tea Party backed Republicans push for drastic reforms while Democrats lose centrist power. Voters curse gridlock even as polls show mixed views on compromise and leadership.
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Tea party wins 30 House seats push to reshape GOP
Tea party Republicans head to Congress with vows to overhaul taxes spending and health care. They form coalitions to push conservative principles and keep leaders in line to stop bad moves and advance limited government and constitutional focus.
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