With the seating of Al Franken in the Senate and the Democrats' now-60 seat majority, we take an opportunity to sort through the differences between Democratic factions as the Obama revolution gets underway. Can they rule? Can they overcome their divisions to create an agenda for change. Citing models for healthcare in Switzerland, Holland and Massachusetts, Matt wonders why a public option has to be a deal breaker. Bob explains why it is. The discussion continues on the impact of unions on healthcare and education. (Tony Blankley and Arianna Huffington are away.)
Banner image: Vice President Joe Biden and Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius speak at today's healthcare roundtable. Official White House Photo: David Lienemann