One final point: they are targeting five potential wobblies but if every one caved and voted for it, it would still mean only five of some 220 Republican Senators and Representatives voted for it. Hardly bipartisan and I doubt it would provide the cover they crave.
Actually, it’s either unanimous or it’s not.
Technically, a united GOP can stop this through filibuster (unless Reid changes the rule).
Therefore, defections are very meaningful. It would be a huge victory for Obama if he can break the filibuster.
It will come down to the Maine Senators, McCain/Graham and the usual bunch. I haven’t much hope.
...only five of some 220 Republican Senators and Representatives voted for it. Hardly bipartisan and I doubt it would provide the cover they crave.”
No FRiend, if even three Senators vote yes on the Republican side they will be cited as a triumph of the almighty self-anointed 0ne.
Praise Obama.
Watch.