After months of criticism over the economy and inaction, Democratic leaders are feeling optimism after recent legislative wins while some Republican candidates are struggling to fundraise. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the state of play for the midterm elections – and why Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is warning about “candidate quality.”

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