The Democrats must also stay on target and not be lead astray by non-issues blown up big, such as gay marriage, illegal immigration, and abortion. Yes, these are important, but they should instead hit and keep hitting on health care, veterans care, the cost of education, and how the rich get richer and the poor and middle class are getting the shaft.

Bill Clinton had it right with his "It's the economy, stupid!" hammer. Otherwise, it'll be divide and conquer all over again.