I'm not all doom and gloom yet. Survive two years and see. My state senator is gone, mostly harmless Dem in Va-25, now an independent idiot. Should make that seat competitive next time. Freitas write in campaign worked, so that's good. Small majority and an incompetent governor who's normal chain of succession is damaged goods.
The national news takeaway is zomg blue wave! No, the VA Republicans are like special Olympics kids trying to play a mean spirited Harlem Globetrotters. The Dems put forth a candidate in almost every district. Republicans spotted them a ton of uncontested races. The state needs national support like what is happening on the blue side. Overall more Republican votes than Dem, so the state is very much in play nationally. Oh, and can we give DC their land back? :)
Overall, I hope I can survive it. My family has pre revolution roots in this state. Not worried about gun laws. Worried about minimum wage, stupid energy policy, and unions. Those will make me leave the state because I can't maintain a passable existence while not complying with whatever gun laws.
