Did Democrats shoot themselves in the foot by taking an uncertain deal from Republicans? A roundup of editorials Tuesday takes a look at the issue.

Opinions from the left:

1. Why Democrats caved

From Slate: Democrats took a deal that was less than perfect because it was the only thing left for them.

2. The thin blue wave

From columnist Jeff Greenfield: The Democrats are on track to win in November, but 10 months is a long time in politics.

3. Democrats go for the jugular! (their own)

From columnist David Brooks: Did Democrats just grab defeat out of the jaws of victory?

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