Democrats should stay the course they promised us before the election

Opinion 11/12/2026 06:10 AM OPINIONNow that the midterms are over and voters have chosen our next governor, along with the next attorney general and state auditor while replacing incumbents in several districts, both parties must learn the lesson that was given and understand what these results truly mean.First, Democrats would be wise not to squander this opportunity by gloating or focusing on retaliation. Voters elected new leadership to improve their lives and financial situations and to promote fairness and equity across the state, not to pursue political grievances. If Democrats use their newfound power to push radical changes, it will backfire badly in 2028 and in 2030.Second, Republicans must take the voters’ message to heart.

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