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October 27, 2009
Public Option: Merkley Was Key
Much of the attention was spent on the party's conservatives. But there was also a recognition that if they went too far, progressives would be offended. Sen. Jeff Merkley, a freshmen Democrat from Oregon, became a voice of support and a key player in the negotiations.
And we sent Jeff to Washington – what, less than 300 days ago?
He's become the Progressive wing of the Democratic party.
Oregon's Paul Wellstone.
I mean, he hasn't let one blade of grass grow under his feet since he got there.
In short, dayum!
Posted by The Chinuk at October 27, 2009 07:39 AM
