There is nothing else to say after reading this. I guess the Republicans are out to get everyone. I say we get them. We have to remember what the Democratic party stands for - the good of all citizens. I guess these guys are not part of that crowd under the republican definition.
The entire article is available at CNN.
Washington (CNN) -- Senate Democrats failed Thursday to win a procedural vote to open debate on a bill that would provide medical benefits and compensation for emergency workers who were first on the scene of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
The motion for cloture, or to begin debate, needed 60 votes to pass due to a Republican filibuster, but fell short at 57-42 in favor.
While supporters said they would try to bring the bill up again, either on its own or as part of other legislation to be considered, the vote Thursday jeopardized the measure's chances for approval in the final weeks of the current congressional session.