Following the final vote on the republican "tax reform" bill, the democrats are left with a dilemma. Traditionally, dems run as the "we're better than republicans". That may even work next year, but the party risks depressing turnout if it can't offer a positive reason for the rank and file to vote. They can push repeal and replace of the tax law, but many in the base won't feel the effects of the law for several years. They could push a resolution to the problem by proposing comprehensive in reform. That risks the backlash from right wing media. Medicare for all or more plausibly Medicaid for all might be the winner. Especially as many people forego health insurance with the repeal of the ACA mandate.
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