His party was rallying around him, but many Democrats were wondering about the cost.

In fact, Democrats and independents might wonder why, too.

More than a few Democrats wondered yesterday whether that was enough to win an election in this kind of environment.

And Democrats wonder why nationally they're a permanent minority party?

But some Democrats have wondered why he has not been more visible.

Even some Democrats wondered about the wisdom of responding in kind.

Some Democrats wonder whether all this defiance is what the Speaker needs right now.

More important, Democrats are wondering when, even whether, they will again dominate American politics.

Many Democrats wonder whether he will end his three-decade Congressional career.