It looks like the whip count may be going up to 41 today!
In the last few days Senators Daniel Akaka (D-HI), Jon Tester (D-MT) and Byron Dorgan (D-ND) have all signed on to voting for the public option via reconciliation. Today, Bill Nelson brings the total to 41.
I think we are reaching a critical threshold. With 41 Senators supporting using this strategy, it can no longer be considered fringe. The momentum is astounding, and hearing Bill Nelson, a moderate Democrat of all people, supporting this plan is huge in my book.
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We should attempt to compile a list of the best 9 Senators to target in the next few days. At the risk of getting too excited here, the public option may yet be breathing another breath!