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I he mood of the lawmakers, particularly those of the Democratic majority, reflects this uniqueness of the times.
For some of these Democrats, that mood can best be described as a delicate balance between panic and terror. Fotr htatfy of the rest of them there is an abiding concern as they approach their legislative duties with one eye fixed
Smly on next November
en all members of the 40member Senate and 100member House of Delegates must stand for election.
Far fewer Democratic seats will be considered “safe” this year.
At present the Democrats hold massive majorities in both Houses. In the Senate there are 34 Democrats and six Republicans. In the House of Delegates, the democrats hold 77 seats, the Republicans 21 and their are
Wo Independents.
91.8%