Most Americans consider midterm elections insignificant ; many do n't vote . Immigration reform is dead for the rest of the Congress , but it is an issue people are still talking about and proposals will be back on the table if Democrats have their say about it . Zelizer : Midterms can make a big difference , and this November 's vote is huge . If Democrats lose Senate majority , Senate 's woes would only grow . Julian Zelizer : Americans would lose influence , and replacing judges would be very difficult .
Most Americans consider midterm elections insignificant ; many do n't vote . Zelizer : Midterms can make a big difference , and this November 's vote is huge . If Democrats lose Senate majority , Senate 's woes would only grow . Julian Zelizer : Americans would lose influence , and replacing judges would be very difficult .