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He just thought he could square the circle, that is, establish his "prolife" bona fides and still get his precious seizure of the healthcare system. Didn't work. He turned into a balloon boy stunt instead.

If there is any justice he will not see peace of mind again for a long time.

He just thought he could square the circle, that is, establish his "prolife" bona fides and still get his precious seizure of the healthcare system

Early on maybe he thought public opinion would turn a bit and provide cover , but how could he have the last couple weeks or so ?.

Could be he felt he had to go through the motions given the facade he helped to create the first time through the House. Maybe he felt he would be seen as callow if he didnt kick up some dirt the second time through too . He also probably thought if Coakely had won he might be able to vote no after conference .

I guess he was just caught in his own petard. How thoroughly humiliating for him, though. Clumsy knucklehead.