It's All About That 59th Vote

http://thecaucus.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/03/10/brief-stand-up-and-applause-for-franken-at-senate-dems-lunch/

"It is not hard to understand why Mr. Reid is anxious to get Mr. Franken sworn in. Last week, the majority leader got a sharp reminder that even his expanded majority of 58 Democrats in the Senate is not necessarily enough to move important legislation.

Republicans, with the help of some Democrats, unexpectedly succeeded in temporarily blocking a $410 billion spending measure.

Because of Senate rules, controversial bills almost always require 60 votes to overcome filibusters, cut off debate, and proceed to a final vote. Having a 59th Democrat would not guarantee Mr. Reid of legislative success, but on most issues, he would be one step closer to the crucial 60th vote."

to grow a spine, and make them fucking debate it...the same issue, and nothing else, until he gets those 60 votes.

A filibuster is supposed to be just that...not a cloture vote to limit debate, when defeated, ends debate. Senate rules are screwed up.

was in the same situation that we find ourselves in now, would they not try and undo the rules? You KNOW they would

and live with the consequences when and if they lose the majority again..