my prediction for the fiscal cliff vote in the house......

[virtualobserver]

The 27 republicans who will not be returning will vote for it, along with a strong majority of Democrats. No returning Repubs will vote for it.

If it doesn't pass because it doesn't get quite enough support among Democrats, then the Repubs will try to blame the Democrats.

[sadbear]

1. Aren't most of those 27 republicans idealogues?

I think they'd rather see the country go down the crapper than vote for it.

[virtualobserver]

2. who isn't in the house these days?

at least they won't face the voters.

[Swede Atlanta]

3. I doubt any of the "non-returning" members will vote for the deal...

Most of them are knuckle-dragging ideologues. Since gerry-mandering has made so many seats safe for the incumbent or incumbent party, I doubt the returning pukes will be inclined to vote for it either. Remember that if they are in a "safe" GOP district, their only threat is from a tea bagger primary challenge. They will tow the Grover Norquist line.

I hope I am wrong, for the country's sake. But I don't have a lot of hope.

[virtualobserver]

4. yes, but they are meddling with the primary forces of nature

[alcibiades_mystery]

5. Wasserman-Schultz predicted only 150 Dems aye

So that wouldn't make it. Probably closer to 75-85 GOPers for it.

[virtualobserver]

6. 75 to 85 brave repubs?

I will be shocked if that occurs.

[alcibiades_mystery]

7. So I guess you're shocked

85 on my last count.

[virtualobserver]

8. I am

I knew that there would be pressure to pass this, but those 85 may pay a price

[alcibiades_mystery]

9. You forgot the part where I was right

Just kidding.

[virtualobserver]

10. Your precision was impressive

What is your opinion of Cantor moving forward? Will he challenge? Is he damaged?