It wasn't going to get passed anyway. McCain being there is showing some leadership to get something done. Thing is that the current plan could wind up taking a huge chunk out of the taxpayers pockets. The plan the House Republicans want puts the financial burden into the private sector and not the everyday taxpayer. The best bet may be a compromised version of both plans.

whomod said: I generally don't like it when people decide to play by the rules against people who don't play by the rules.
It tends to put you immediately at a disadvantage and IMO is a sign of true weakness.
This is true both in politics and on the internet."

Our Friendly Neighborhood Ray-man said: "no, the doctor's right. besides, he has seniority."