According to Washington Post liberal columnist E.J. Dionne, Democrats must prove they can govern.
From the Washington Post:
Of course, I think the conservatives' argument is wrong. But at this point, I have to admire their daring and discipline. Moderate and progressive Democrats alike have eight months before this fall's elections to change the terms of the debate and prove they can govern. Otherwise, they'll be washed out by a tidal wave.
It's not looking good for Democrats in the upcoming midterm elections.