[NittanyLion]

Thanks for proving that the Republicans in Washington have no spine or leadership qualities. Vote on it up or down and see where the chips fall.

Well, my point is that from GW Bush's perspective asking for the bill was a losing proposition, and would have cost him political capital. I freely admit Trent Lott and the Senate GOP is spineless, and would be surprised if many here disputed that. This thread, however, is about President Bush.

[lormand]

"Well, my point is that from GW Bush's perspective asking for the bill was a losing proposition, and would have cost him political capital."

How would this cost him political capital?

The story is about how they are trying to get Christians to vote the next election. Is not attempting to ban partial birth abortion going to persuade Christian into voting again?