direction for the democratic party! >> reporter: at a breakfast with reporters today, sanders said it's time for democrats to reassess what they stand for, even though clinton did win the popular vote. >> what role do you believe she should play in rebuilding the party? >> she has a very important role to play in the future of the democratic party. does that mean she and i are going to agree on every issue? frankly, we are not going to agree on every issue. >> reporter: many democrats believe the way out of the wilderness is by accomplishing something in washington, not being part of the gridlock. but on capitol hill at least, that leadership election for nancy pelosi after thanksgiving will offer an early sign of how strong the winds of change are blowing. >> jeff, thank you. jeff zeleny reporting for us. let's get back to senator chris coons of delaware. nancy pelosi now facing some