republicans even today are still probably in good shape, probably necessary plus one or net plus two. >> patti, a quick last word. >> i think we've already seen incredible turnout in all these special elections and in these primaries. democrats have outperformed in ruby red districts. i think you'll continue to see that trend in november on november 6th, and i think barack obama only helps with the energy on the democratic side. >> patti, jason, appreciate it. thank you both. just ahead, from fear to fist pumping. as the president hunts for the writer of the scathing op-ed there's new reporting about the mood inside the white house and also at the justice department. just after those words were published. that's next.