Although I was disappointed that Capito was re-elected (stupid Charleston), there was actually good news this year: Byrd was resoundingly elected, despite Raese spending lots of his own money. Rahall was resoundingly elected, and Mollahan–although I’m not thrilled with some of his behavior–was also re-elected.

Additionally, it looks like Blankenship wasted a WHOLE lot of money, because most of his candidates–including some incumbents–lost. HA!

And best of all, Cindy Frich LOST. By 1300 votes. Again, I say HA!

Mind you, I voted for Cindy Frich in the past; after all, I figured that having more women in the legislature was a good thing.

Boy was I wrong.

Not only was she one of the sponsors of the anti-gay marriage amendment, but she took lots and lots and lots of money from Blankenship.

Cindy, you DESERVE to lose. Those two actions turned a previous supporter into someone adamantly opposed to your campaign. Keep that in mind when you attempt to run again.

And, oh yeah, the Republicans lost the house!