now in the 39th district, it is republican miller baker challenging senator, george barker. if the senate flips to gop control, it could mean a turn to the political right on a number of social issues, such as abortions, same sex marriage. former congressman believes if republicans have total control in richmond, it will mean a strong it happens plan, because the party will be held accountable if it doesn't come through. >> let's say there is republican control. what does that mean for the governor? >> great news. bob mcdonald's final two years in office and his political legacy rests on the outcome of this election. mcdonnell has been mentioned as a possible gop vice presidential candidate. his stock certainly rises if his party controls the entire state government. consider this, if republicans win complete control of the general assembly, it will be only the second time since the civil war that their party has simultaneously held the governor's mansion, house, and senate in virginia. pretty incredible stuff. >> we'll be looking at those races, lots to talk about and have