Ohio Democrats, who expect to do well among these groups, are fighting the rule in court.

In the best of circumstances, this would be a tough year for Ohio Democrats.

"Let's not see six months go by," the Ohio Democrat said.

Even with its successes, Ohio Democrats did not fare well on a national level.

Ohio Democrats were struggling to match the Republicans' move, which had been rumored for weeks.

The Ohio Democrat has threatened to block the measure with a filibuster.

Ohio Democrats are hoping to exploit the larger problems plaguing the Republicans.

Then came the 1994 national Republican surge, knocking Ohio Democrats flat.

The Ohio Democrat added, "I think it's time we had some answers."

"Everyone thinks he's sort of wimpy," the six-term Ohio Democrat said in an interview.