The "Grand Old Party"

The Republican Party is one of the two major contemporary political parties in the United States, along with the Democratic Party. Founded by anti-slavery expansion activists in 1854, it is often called the Grand Old Party (GOP). The party's platform generally reflects American conservatism in the political spectrum, in contrast to the, more "liberal" or "progressive" Democrats. The Republican Party has the second most registered voters as of 2004 with 55 million, encompassing roughly one-third of the electorate. In the 2010 elections the Republican Party won a majority of seats in the House of Representatives, the majority of governorships, as well as prevalence in the majority of state legislatures, and control of one chamber in five states. Previously, the Republican Party had held minorities in all three bodies. It will continue to hold a minority of seats in the Senate at the beginning the 112th Congress.

I have a lot of respect for the Republican Party even though I am a Democrat. Some of the nations greatest presidents were Republican. Like Abraham Lincoln, and Ronald Reagan (kind of). However over the past century, Republican presidents have decreased in popularity and respect, especially George W. Bush. His presidency hurt the Republican party or "Grand Old Party" terribly as a whole. Hopefully G.W.B's presidency helped the nation realize that you must vote for the right person for the job, not because the person is your party's candidate.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Republican_Party_(United_States)

Democrats ... Unite!

The Democratic Party is one of two major contemporary political parties in the United States, along with the Republican Party. The party's liberal platform is largely considered center-left in the U.S. political spectrum. The party has the lengthiest record of continuous operation in the United States. The party had 72 million registered voters in 2004. President Barack Obama is the 15th Democrat to hold the office.

I myself am a Democrat, however I am not one who only sides with my party in every political situation. I understand that what I'm about to say is impossible and defeats the purpose of Democracy, but i feel to form a more perfect union, all the parties should bounce ideas off each other and gain rather than oppose every notion. Just create a super party, the Indemorepublictarians!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Democratic_Party_(United_States)

While it's sheer size alone makes any California election a focus of national attention, a combination of high-profile and big money races in this particular mid-term will make the Golden State among the most closely watched in the nation. Control of the senate could hinge upon the outcome of Carly Fiorina's bid to replace Barbara Boxer, while Meg Whitman's $160 Million campaign for Governor has been one of the biggest national stories of this campaign cycle. Likewise, high-profile ballot initiatives like Prop 19, which would legalize and tax marijuana in the state, and Prop 23, which would repeal California's climate laws, could have major implications for the country as a whole.

Frankly, I am happy with the results of this election. Even though this excerpt talks about the Republican side of the election, Jerry Brown and Barbara Boxer won. In regards to the Props, I have a soft spot for prop 21 not passing, i think it really would have been beneficial to California's state parks but the deed has been done. The disapproval of Prop 19 wasn't a surprise but I am contempt. As for the results for the other props I am pleased with their outcome, however it was a close race. Finally, with the Republicans regaining control of the House of Reps., I am slightly disappointed but do realize that not much can be done with the three branches of govt. split two to one. Hopefully next election the missing pieces will be put back and our nation will grow stronger and even more unified.

Source the Huffington Post

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/11/02/california-elections-2010_n_777752.html#s169855