Reply #9: Well, I ABSOLUTELY hope you're right. OFA called and invited...

[kjackson227]

me to canvass this Saturday, and at first I told the guy that I would, but after listening to Countdown and how the Dems are leaning towards this opt-out, I called back and told them I didn't appreciate the fact that states would be able to opt-out. I told her that this is discriminatory to citizens in Texas. She said that it was just hype from the media, and they are pushing for a STRONG Public Option. I then told her that we have to make sure to tell the Administration that we do want a Public Option, but we want one WITHOUT an opt-out provision. She then said that we have to keep fightiing. I'm sick and tired of FIGHTING (especially my own party). If they choose this opt-out clause, that's it for me. It's bad enough that we get overlooked by the Dems. when we have our elections, but this is the last straw. After sleeping on it last night, I will continue to vote, but I most definitely will not donate any more money, or my time to the Democratic party. I'll consider myself an Independent from now on.