# Warnock says Democrats are 'nauseously optimistic' on midterms

> Sen. Raphael Warnock tells POLITICO he believes Democrats can win Tuesday's midterms despite historical headwinds.
- Title: Warnock says Democrats are 'nauseously optimistic' on midterms
- Summary: Sen. Raphael Warnock tells POLITICO he believes Democrats can win Tuesday's midterms despite historical headwinds. Sen. Raphael Warnock expressed optimism…
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## Warnock sits down with POLITICO
Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia joined POLITICO's Jonathan Martin at the Flying Biscuit Cafe in Atlanta to discuss Democrats' midterm prospects.
## The senator's optimistic outlook
Warnock described himself as nauseously optimistic about Democrats' chances in Tuesday's midterms, despite the historical challenges facing the party.

> nauseously optimistic
## Breakfast and politics
The two discussed Democrats' midterm strategy over breakfast biscuits and grits at the Atlanta cafe, exploring the party's path forward.
## Key takeaway

Sen. Raphael Warnock expressed optimism about Democratic chances in Tuesday's midterms during an interview with POLITICO at a cafe in Atlanta.