Senate Moves to Hasten Debate

The No. 2 Senate Democrat accused Republicans Wednesday of refusing to accept the finality of health care changes, a day after President Barack Obama signed the most sweeping medical system remake since Medicare.
“This is a political exercise for too many on the other side of the aisle,” said Sen. Dick Durbin. “We’re going to [...]

Could Democrats Lose the Senate?

President Barack Obama implored Senate Democrats on Wednesday to stay aggressive in pushing their agenda despite the loss of one vital seat, saying: “We still have to lead.” Speaking to his party’s senators at their strategy conference, Obama reminded Democrats they still hold a 59-41 majority, one shy of the 60 needed to overcome Republican [...]