Oh my Goodness.

Yes, the Democrats recaptured the House, and may (knock on wood) have retaken the Senate as well. But that's not what has me so amazed.

It is this. Even though Texans as a state were more forgiving of the GOP than voters in other states, my fellow Dallasites were not so kindhearted. It is with great joy that I report to you, Dear Readers, that in Dallas, the Democrats won nearly every contested race, including almost every state judgeship (yes, we elect judges in the state of Texas). This is mostly good, as there were some very, very arrogant and bad Republican judges here who needed to go. But it is also bad, as a few really awful Democratic judge candidates succeeded, much to the detriment of those who will appear in their courts.

Overall, I am heartened. Change is possible. I hope it continues!