The better question is from the NH and Iowa results...

[hsmith]

The turnout.

What factor is this going to play?

How will this alter congress? What seats are up?

Turnout has been astounding for this election so far, when most thought it would be lack luster.

[motivez]

Turnout bodes well for Democrats.. many people want change, that's why you see even the Republican candidates talking about that.

The only exception to that is McCain vs Clinton, since many Independents still like McCain despite his new position on so many of the issues.

I think McCain is going to have a difficult time picking up the nomination though unless he can manage to pull some of the closed-primary states though.

[RMNIXON]

The Independents sure made a big difference in New Hampshire. It will be interesting to see how they continue to effect the other open primaries.

I am also exicted that California may actually play a role in the nomination of either or both parties for the first time in many many years. The last Century in fact!