Schumer said Democratic leaders continue to look at invoking a procedural maneuver
that would allow them to pass the health bill with 51 instead of 60 votes. That route is viewed as a last resort since it limits what legislative measures would be allowed and any broad policy initiatives would probably have to be limited. Schumer wouldn't say what other contingencies were being considered. He accused Republican leaders of trying to hinder bipartisanprogress to deny President Barack Obama a political victory.
Call your senators and voice your displeasure, or better yet, confront them cordially at the townhall meeting.