Further to what Ron said, I'm kind of glad that the Senate - it appears - won't be overwhelmed by a large Democratic majority. This way, human nature being what it is and power so seductive, the Democrats will find it necessary to reach across to find consensus in controversial but important matters.

I still think that the divisions in our country must be bridged. I absolutely hate that it seems to be a given that each party must despise and tear down the other, and that people of the nation must be taught to fear the other side.