[rhombus]

While lacking the force of law, the measures would compel Republicans to go on record as either bucking the president or supporting an escalation. Several Republicans appear ready to support the Democrats' measure.

I want names. Which Republicans?

[roses of sharon]

Anyone up in 08, they would rather cut and run than risk losing an election.

Senators have very, very, very, very, very, very, cushy jobs.

[Illinois Farmer 1]

Oh Puke Me Out....Did you see the LADY IN RED on Drudge Report...somebody put it up...I don't know how...GAG me with a SPOON

[TexKat]

I want names. Which Republicans?

Several Republican senators are candidates for backing the resolution against a troop increase. Sens. Susan Collins and Olympia Snowe of Maine, Gordon Smith of Oregon and Norm Coleman of Minnesota said they oppose sending more soldiers.

Republican Sens. George Voinovich of Ohio and John Warner of Virginia also might be persuaded. Warner said he supports the Iraq Study Group recommendations, which strongly cautioned against an increase in troops unless advocated by military commanders.

Warner said he has questions about the merits of sending more troops when Gen. John Abizaid, the top military commander in the Middle East, testified last fall that additional troops were not the answer. Other senior generals also have expressed doubts. The White House said Abizaid and other senior commanders support Bush's plan.

http://www.bradenton.com/mld/bradenton/news/politics/16429827.htm

[mathluv]

Shep just mentioned that there were some - I guess he is going to say 'who' after the break.