Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz Elected DNC Chair   ...2 of 2 >
May 4, 2011--Following her election as DNC chair, Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz received the gavel and outlined her vision for the party [prepared remarks]. 
One of the highlights of the meeting was a congratulatory call from President Obama.  There were also several amusing moments.  When those participating via conference call chimed in at a couple of points, they sounded like a lilliputian chorus over the speakers. At the close, the rabbi delivering the benediction drew laughs when he pronounced himself "an openly Jewish rabbi." 

At this point, Democrats seem fairly confident about the chances of re-electing President Obama in 2012, while recognizing it will be a tough campaign.  They point to an undistiguished Republican field.  The killing of Osama bin Laden a few days ago certainly provided a boost to Obama.  On the downside are high gas prices, a weak recovery, and concerns over the debt.  One DNC member said a major concern is whether Democrats will be able to maintain control of the Senate.
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