Jay Rockefeller is “getting it.”
On Thursday, Rockefeller admitted he expects little bipartisan support.
“There is a very small chance any Republicans will vote for this health-care plan. They were against Medicare and Medicaid [created in the 1960s]. They voted against children’s health insurance.
“We have a moral choice. This is a classic case of the good guys versus the bad guys. I know it is not political for me to say that,” Rockefeller added.
“But do you want to be non-partisan and get nothing? Or do you want to be partisan and end up with a good health- care plan? That is the choice.”
Yes, that’s really what’s happening. Jay, do you remember the stimulus package? Do you remember the party of “no?” That’s not just a slogan, that’s reality. I’m really glad you understand this now. Democrats are going to have to take the risks on themselves. I don’t care how much you say “60 votes,” the American people expect you to get this done. Jay, could you convince a few other senators, enough to make 51? Thanks!