The dilemma poses a test for Pelosi: will she stand with her favored Blue Dogs or go with the progressive/liberal majority of Democrats who want to solve the problem?

Are the leaders of the Democratic Party soulless or are they just stupid? Or does the problem lie with the people in these "suburban and rural districts" that keep reelecting Blue Dogs who sell out their constituents to health insurance companies and bankers? Who are these Blue Dogs, always whining about poverty in their districts and voting with the finance, insurance and real estate lobbyists?

Badlands Journal editorial board

11-13-09

The Nation/CommonDreams 
The Blue Dog: Money Man's Best Friend...William Greider
http://www.commondreams.org/view/2009/11/13-7