Posted on 03/29/2005 2:48:53 PM PST by West Coast Conservative
Rev. Jesse Jackson said Tuesday afternoon that he has persuaded two Florida state senators to change their votes on a bill to save Terri Schiavo, leaving the measure just one vote shy of the majority necessary for passage.
"Two of them have committed to meeting with Gov. Jeb Bush. They say that they're flexible if they can find acceptable emergency language," Jackson told ABC Radio host Sean Hannity.
Targeting members of the state senate's black caucus in a bid to save Schiavo, Jackson explained: "While we didn't have the specific language today, if I could just get them to shift their will to do whatever [we can] within the law to help her live, that would be a victory."
"They've made that commitment," the civil rights leader added. "I hope it turns into something concrete, signed by morningtime."
Asked if he thought he'd convert the additional vote that would guarantee passage, Jackson said: "If we get two - with the help of Gov. Jeb Bush, we can get three. . . If I was able to persuade two - if he could persuade one, we can change that vote."
The top Democrat said he had contacted the governor's office and was awaiting a return call, saying, "I hope that he will call me and I hope to share with him my position."
Jackson said he would return to Florida tomorrow if he determines it is "the best, most effective way" to save Schiavo.
"I will fly to Tallahassee or Washington or anyplace," he said.
Ignorance of the facts is no excuse. If he's supposed to be a leader, he should be better informed.
Apparently he thought she was in a coma. You gotta understand a lot of people are taken in by the lies. That's why the polls should be disregarded. They don't know what they do.
And pigs fly!
You sound like a political hack. The Lord moves in mysterious ways his wonders to perform. This is the first break in days. Pray for him!
Re#19 Agreed. The MSM has been (purposely, IMHO) derelict, indeed, downright fraudulent. With Je$$e's past, however, it is hard not to be cynical. Here's hoping the pro-death crowd has Terri snatched from their claws come tomorrow morning...
I think it may be too little too late. I saw an article that said her kidneys had shut down. Even if they reinsert the tube NOW and IF she lives through it...there is likey irreversible damage. Still, God CAN work miracles if He chooses to.
They had better hurry and do it NOW!!!!!!!
Something is ROTTEN in JESSE-land.
The last time it was voted in the Senate, it lost by 3 votes.
THAT MEANS if only 2 senators had switched their votes in favor of terri it would have passed.
THIS STORY SAYS that 2 senators will now switch their vote.
so it should now pass.... NOT that it still needs 2 more to switch.
Ya'll, I wouldn't get your hopes up. It may happen, and it may not. I've gotten my hopes up way too many times and have been let down.
Let's just watch it take its course. Whatever happens happens.
I repeat - only two changed votes are necessary. Jesse - let's see you put your money where your mouth is. Get those two senators to change their vote and Terri lives.
Where was he last week???
Yes, I know....MJ, a more pressing issue; a previous commitment.
I don't care right now what his motives are (most influential man (person) in America or whatever), we need to keep praying for God's sustaining Terri and pull together across all divides and back this man and his efforts, regardless of the delay.
Jesse smell's two of his favorite things: major media attention, and a big cash sellout. Considering the number of cameras involved, it was just a matter of time before he showed up. Also, consider the book and movie deals that both sides no doubt will soon be cashing in on, and maybe a mailing list or two for him to buy (now that he's on the "right"). How Jesse stayed away this long is a mystery in itself.
Rush said he wasn't invited until now.
You gotta understand a lot of people are taken in by the lies. That's why the polls should be disregarded. They don't know what they do.
This is true. Everybody seems to have an opinion on this case and very few people actually know what's really going on!
I am not going to condemn anyone who comes and tries to help, and I will do my best to give credit, where credit is due.
Praying,and hoping.
Great! It'll pass two days after she dies. Good thing Jackson got involved so early in the process! [/sarcasm]
Concerning Terri being minutes from death, Randall Terry says she's still conscious and responsive. Keep up your prayers and phone calls!
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