Six-year itch

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The six-year itch, according to political scientists, is the pattern which takes place during a US president's sixth year in office. This year is characterized by the nation's disgruntled attitude towards the president and his or her political party. During this time, there is a midterm election and the incumbent President's party usually loses a significant number of seats in Congress.