Why are we killing ourselves here. The solution is obvious and easy. Strip all the public option half assedness from the bills- Ping Pong it, then next year pass a real Public Option with reconciliation.
We can pass it through after the election and no will care. Either the dems will do well and be in a strong position or will be screwed and having nothing to lose. We know the Public Option will survive the Byrd Amendment -so just do it and go home happy.
Whats not to like ?
(I know this is short - not a diary - etc. I disagree and am bored with 3 pages diaries which could be said in a paragraph. Clearly this proposal deserves a string of its own. )