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HELENA - The final day for candidate filings brought optimism from both Democrats and Republicans that they will prevail in key races to control the state Legislature and the governor's office.

Republicans want to take control of the state Senate from Democrats, increase their margin in the House and topple incumbent Gov. Brian Schweitzer.

Party spokesman Chris Carter says they are proud of the 135 legislative candidates who'd filed as of Thursday morning to run in 105 legislative races. There are 125 legislative seats up for election.

Democrats insist they are well-positioned to maintain control of the Senate, take the bitterly contested House from the GOP and keep Schweitzer in the governor's office.

Democrats have 130 legislative candidates running in 110 districts.

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