Results that don't fit the theory, such as the defeat of Matt Fong in the California Senate race, have simply been ignored--as has the fact that the Republicans retained their majorities in both houses.
Matt Fong, a democrat, lost the California Senate race, showing the "silent majority" of Republicans.
mnli hypothesis: Matt Fong, a democrat, lost the California Senate race, showing the "silent majority" of Republicans. premise: Results that don't fit the theory, such as the defeat of Matt Fong in the California Senate race, have simply been ignored--as has the fact that the Republicans retained their majorities in both houses.