Complete editorial here

Most commentators would say Idaho Democrats were routed earlier this month as they attempted to regain a semblance of respectability. While Democrats made huge gains in Congress and in state and legislative elections nationwide, Idaho Democrats lost every statewide race. Sure, Boise and half of Ada County turned, as Democrats made headway in the state's capital, but Idaho kept its reputation as one of the reddest states in the country, if not the reddest. No one would blame Idaho Democrats for being depressed by the results and for deciding to quit looking for weaknesses in the monolithic state Republican machine. However, key Democrats aren't quitting. Challengers Larry Grant and Larry LaRocco have said that they are ready to run again. LaRocco has his eye on the U.S. Senate seat held by Larry Craig. Grant is interested in a rematch with Representative-elect Bill Sali. Democrats can find solace in this. They can also find a moral victory in what they accomplished below the radar screen -- D.F. Oliveria/Spokesman-Review.

Question: Are Idaho D's within striking distance of becoming a factor in state politics again?

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