In a diary a couple of days ago it was revealed that Freshmen House members Polis and Pingree had written a letter to Harry Reid asking him to include the public option as part of reconciliation. At that time the letter had garnered 30 votes from members of the House.
As of today, however, the number has grown to 78!
Update: Also some movement on the Senate side.
Appearing before cameras and reporters for a photo opportunity, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said the House and Senate are pushing ahead on health care reform.
"I had a conversation with the speaker today, and we are moving forward," Reid said as reporters were ushered out of the leader's conference room.
Senators Baucus and Conrad were also quoted today as supporting moving ahead with reconciliation for health care.
Read More