The Rebirth of the Democratic Party.(Brief Article)

Democratic activists are pushing for a midterm convention next summer. The party hasn't met at midterm for more than two decades. But activists make a convincing case for rallying the troops next year before the 2002 midterm elections and using the occasion to articulate a new progressivism for America.

The stakes in 2002 are huge. If the Democrats don't make major gains, they may be a minority party for years to come. Notwithstanding George W.'s plummeting poll numbers and Jim Jeffords's splendid defection, Republicans are busy solidifying their power while Democrats have ...

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