Many Voices, No Debate, as Senate Is Stifled on War

The Senate failed to muster the votes to open debate on the bipartisan resolution on Iraq by Senators Carl Levin, left, and John W. Warner.

By CARL HULSE
Published: February 7, 2007

There was the Democratic desire to avoid getting tied up on any vote that could be perceived as undercutting United States troops or endorsing Mr. Bush’s plan. At the same time, a surprising number of Republicans showed they were not yet ready to abandon the president even though many blame him for their November election losses and worry he will hurt them again next year. Then there were the presidential ambitions of several senators who are trying to distinguish themselves from others on the issue, and have little incentive to seek common ground.

Can't they for once, put aside the Political Party and get moving forward so we can get out of Iraq? Come on and stop worrying about the '08 Elections and Do Something!!

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