Democrats Losing Hope for More Congressmen from New York
       Just a few months ago, Democrats were confident of significant gains of Congressmen in New York, perhaps picking up as many as four seats, possibly even five. But that now seems increasingly remote, according to political analysts and there is an emerging consensus that the party’s best chance for capturing a Republican seat is the battle to succeed Representative Sherwood L. Boehlert, one of the most liberal Republicans in Congress, who is retiring.
       This could have serious political implications for Democrats beyond New York. The party needs 15 seats to take control of the House. Even one victory in New York would be an important step toward that goal, giving the Democrats a cushion if they lose elsewhere in the nation.