D-Day For Health Care Reform

Unbelievable! In one short year the success of the Democratic agenda depends on a Senatorial race in Massachusetts. In the spirit of Laurel and Hardy, Obama might well sigh "Another fine mess you got me into". The mess is created by a dysfunctional leadership in the party but Obama must take his share of the blame for not assuming the mantle of a tough leader.

I hope the Democrats do not resort to shady legislative means to pass a health care bill if they lose in Massachusetts. Let the chips fall where they may. If it passes, fine - if it doesn't, it's a lesson learned. They should not risk creating more of a backlash among voters than presently exists. The bill as cobbled together is not worth the political damage which may be caused by questionable maneuvering.

Ted Kennedy must be rolling around in his grave at the possibility that his state might very well cause the demise of health care reform.

Breaking News : The bad: Republicans take Massachusetts Senate seat. The good: Lieberman loses his clout since his vote is no longer crucial..