GOP governors victorious on election day
Tuesdayís Election Day ended with Republican gubernatorial victories in Virginia and New Jersey.
Bob McDonnell easily defeated Democratic candidate Creigh Deeds for the governorship in Virginia, while Chris Christie narrowly toppled Democratic incumbent Jon Corzine for the position.
Political pundits are questioning President Barack Obamaís political clout, especially after losses in states that proved essential to his 2008 victory.† The Democratic losses could effect the passage of Obamaís healthcare reform as members of Congress look towards the 2010 elections.