In 2008, the Democratic Party swept into power on the national scene taking control of the executive and legislative branches. It was a time of great euphoria. Hope and a new day were the buzzwords. After the long dark winter of the Bush years, people believed that the sun had returned to shine on the nation.
But the euphoria didn't last long. Over the next two years, the Democrats couldn't seem to deliver on almost any of their pledges. On issue after issue, they buckled under to the pressure of the minority.
By 2010, a severe crack could be seen in their widespread optimism. Democrats now exhibited outbursts here and there, but for the most part, the entire party seems to be in throes of a deep depression. Consequently, it has become painfully obvious that the Democratic Party suffers from Bipolar Disorder.
This post is part of a series. For an introduction, go here.
But the euphoria didn't last long. Over the next two years, the Democrats couldn't seem to deliver on almost any of their pledges. On issue after issue, they buckled under to the pressure of the minority.
By 2010, a severe crack could be seen in their widespread optimism. Democrats now exhibited outbursts here and there, but for the most part, the entire party seems to be in throes of a deep depression. Consequently, it has become painfully obvious that the Democratic Party suffers from Bipolar Disorder.
Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks. Symptoms of bipolar disorder are severe. They are different from the normal ups and downs that everyone goes through from time to time. Bipolar disorder symptoms can result in damaged relationships, poor job or school performance, and even suicide. But bipolar disorder can be treated, and people with this illness can lead full and productive lives.The big question now is: Will 2012 continue the depressive state or will it usher in a new episode of mania. Only time will tell.
People with bipolar disorder experience unusually intense emotional states that occur in distinct periods called "mood episodes." An overly joyful or overexcited state is called a manic episode, and an extremely sad or hopeless state is called a depressive episode. Sometimes, a mood episode includes symptoms of both mania and depression. This is called a mixed state. People with bipolar disorder also may be explosive and irritable during a mood episode.
This post is part of a series. For an introduction, go here.
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