Together, the Conservatives and the Liberal Democrats accounted for 59% of the votes cast at the last general election, but even this is not enough for them.

而且，保守党和自民党在上届大选中占投票总数的59%。

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But he said Democrats in Congress chose "irresponsible" spending over tax cuts, as Republicans proposed for the economic recovery plan.

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But Democrats nominated President Jimmy Carter for a second term.

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But Democrats were still able to assemble the 218 vote majority in the 435 member House required for passage.

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Maybe a few of them are worried about losing their souls, but for most Democrats, it's no big deal.

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But for the Democrats, reform is a double-edged sword: with Republicans controlling both the White House and Congress, credit for any successful overhaul is more likely to go to them than to the Democrats.

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This is a good thing for Republicans, but not so much for Democrats.

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