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But Ron Bonjean, who was a senior staffer to Sen. Trent Lott when he was majority leader, said McConnell not only will have to consider the instincts of conservatives during those votes, but also the needs of several Republicans like Pat Toomey, who is up for reelection in 2016 the blue state of Pennsylvania

Sorry Ron, but it is Pat Toomey's responsibility to get Pat Toomey reelected.

[nikos1121]

I’m skeptical of any posts that put Ted Cruz at odds with Mitch or anyone else. Let’s unite under a common cause.