Wednesday, September 9, 2009

Drudge/ WHIP COUNT: DEMS LACK THE VOTES - 44 democrats oppose bill, 57 liberal Dems oppose without Public option

(Drudgereport).At least 44 more moderate Members of the Democrat Caucus have gone on the record in opposition to the current health care bill in the House, a Hill source claims. Likewise, at least 57 liberal Members of the Democrat Caucus have gone on the record saying they will vote against a health care bill without a strong public option.

Unless multiple Democrats flip on their stated position on health care, Speaker Pelosi lacks the votes to pass a bill through the House on the strength of Democrat votes alone.

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