It may become the “new normal.”

That is hailing the fact nothing untoward happened on Jan. 6.

Long a day for the routine certification of the presidential election the previous November, Jan. 6 became infamous four years ago when mobs aligned with Donald Trump attacked the Capitol.

While that is old news, Trump’s pledge to pardon some of the rioters is bound to keep the issue alive.

In the meantime, Jan. 6 this year was uneventful – as it should be.

But not really.

Coming on the heels of the maelstrom four years ago, the normalcy of the day was the news.

And that’s why at least two of the state’s House members took the time to officially celebrate that nothing happened.

Mikie Sherrill said in a release then when she arrived at the Capitol yesterday, she was greeted by police. And she added:

“The same men and women who protected me on January 6th four years ago. Some of their colleagues lost their lives that day, and all faced unspeakable trauma. I am so grateful for people like them who unflinchingly protect this country.

And I then sat through the roll call of states as the Vice President herself performed her constitutional duty and certified the election for her opponent, Donald Trump.

I know there are some who might denigrate that –  who would rather take up arms than respect the votes of their fellow countrymen when they disagree. I am not one of them. Today, I was incredibly proud to do my duty and take the next step in rebuilding and protecting our mighty democracy, and delivering on the incredible promise of our great nation.”

Rep. Herb Conaway, who was just elected in November, wasn’t around in 2021.  But he, too, had some thoughts.

“Our democracy is founded on the fundamental principle that the American people choose who leads them. Today, however – without any denial that the election was stolen from Democrats or any threat of insurrection – Congress upheld its duty and certified the results of the 2024 Presidential Election.

Like many Americans, this is not the election outcome I had hoped for but in a democracy, we must accept the results of elections not only in victory but also in defeat. Respecting our institutions and upholding the rule of law is fundamental to our democratic system. While some have sought to erode these institutions, I stand committed to protecting and defending our great democracy.”

In other words, it is “news” worth mentioning when the results of an election are simply accepted – without anyone storming the Bastille.

The new normal, yes, But not necessarily a positive one.