1992/2008: A charismatic Democrat portraying himself as a centrist is elected President.

1992-1994/2008-2010: Democratic President sheds centrist image by tacking to the left during his first two years.

1993: Democratic President fails at getting his signature healthcare restructuring bill passed. / 2010: Democratic President succeeds at getting his signature healthcare restructuring bill passed.

1994: Republicans take over the House of Representatives, gaining 52 seats. / 2010: Republicans take over the House of Representatives, gaining 60 seats or more.

1994-: Chastened Democratic President moves to the center, works with Republicans in Congress enacting several substantial bills to bipartisan acclaim, and wins re-election.

2010-: ???