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    In some ways, it is hard to think back to what things were like five years ago.  But a stroll down memory lane is worthwhile, especially as we roll into next year.   What were things like five years ago?   Five years ago, it was December 2006.  In November, the mid-term elections had been held.  They had been a disaster for the Republicans and were a sign of things to come.    Nancy Pelosi at…