Monday, December 20, 2010

Scott Brown to Vote for START Treaty Ratification

Mitch McConnell, Jon Kyl and Jim DeMint are still playing just-say-no politics. But if moderate republican (normal) Sen. Scott Brown is an aye, then there is likely enough republicans to ratify the treaty. Brown also supported the repeal of Don't Ask Don't Tell:
Senator Scott Brown, the Massachusetts Republican, announced that he will support the New START nuclear arms treaty with Russia, providing a potentially crucial vote when the measure comes up for a vote as soon as Tuesday. ...
"I believe it's something that’s important for our country, and I believe it’s a good move forward to deal with our national security issues." Boston Globe