The Gray Lady wishes

A "news" story headline March 7:

Senate Democrats Hope for a Majority Not Seen in 30 Years: 60 Seats

The reason:

For Democrats hoping the November elections set off a seismic shift in Washington, the dream scenario is not just capturing the White House, but also winning a filibuster-proof majority of 60 seats in the Senate — a luxury no president has enjoyed since Jimmy Carter 30 years ago.

Mark C.

Posted by markc at March 8, 2008 09:56 AM