"We're going to take a little longer to get it right," Durbin told The Hill when asked about the oft-stated goal of a vote on or before Aug. 7, when a monthlong Senate recess begins. "Initially we had hoped for a full vote by then, but I don't think it's going to be possible."
Delaying the vote until after Labor Day would all but erase hopes of getting a bill to President Obama by mid-October, since the House and Senate versions would have to be reconciled in conference negotiations - assuming they pass their chambers.
I think healthcare for the public is more important the vacations for senators (who happen to already have incredibly good health insurance.) So I say: NO RECESS!
This is just outrageous. I guess that is why I am outraged.
Every one of us here knows that the Republican and insurance company strategy to kill the bill is to delay the bill. A delay gives Republicans time to raise more money from insurance companies, run more ads, tell more lies, incite more winguts, sow more division and hate, and could well kill this effort. Shame on any senators who are thinking of having a nice relaxing vacation before this fight is done. Shame.
This must not happen. No recess without health care! Let your Senators know that they must not leave Washington until health care is passed. Is there anything more important for the citizens of the United States?
Update (Adam Bink):Jane and the crew at Firedoglake have put together a petition that Rep. Starkactivist Mike Stark will be presenting to ask just the same. Sign here.
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