I second this wholeheartedly. In particular, check out Webb's comments on the netroots (that's US, guys!), courtesy of Markos ("Kos" of Daily Kos fame):
The netroots have been a tremendous help to my campaign and a huge inspiration to me personally.I am where I am in large part because of their support.
Finally, here's what Chuck Schumer has to say about us "crazy bloggers" (ha):
It seemed somehow appropriate that as a new majority dawned for Senate Democrats, two candidates [Webb and Tester] who had been propelled by the growing "netroots" (Democratic-leaning bloggers), had made the difference in the end [...][The Netroots] are a new and hugely significant advantage for Democrats -- we saw the benefit they provided in 2006. They helped identify and encourage viable candidates, like Jim Webb and Jon Tester, in the early stages of their races. Their success with fundraising and field organizing contributed enormously to just about all of our victories. In many close elections, their contribution made the difference.
Folks, it looks like we're at the dawn of a new era of politics in America. A people-powered, citizen-centered, grassroots-generated, blogosphere-based, bottom-up powerhouse. We are "Crashing the Gate," and we should all be damn proud of it!