Republicans panicked that abortion will ruin their November prospects can learn from Obamacare.

Passing that legislation cost President Barack Obama control of the House of Representatives — and the ability to pass significant legislation. Backlash against the massive increase in government spending gave birth to the Tea Party and helped Republicans gain dozens of congressional seats, seven Senate seats, and six gubernatorial seats. Republicans won control of several legislative chambers, advantaging them in 2012 redistricting. Still, Obama would make the trade-off again if given the chance.