Senate Overcomes Key Health Care Hurdle–Reform Now On The Horizon

Democratic Senators Harry Reid, Chris Dodd and Tom Harkin
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By a vote of 60-40, the Senate agreed to end debate on a major package of health care amendments–and by doing so, signaled that the Democratic caucus is unified, and ready to pass a far-reaching reform bill straight down party lines.

The Senate is now expected to hold more procedural votes on Tuesday and Wednesday before finally voting on the bill late Christmas eve. Keep your eyes on TPMDC for all developments.

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