Indiana Dems To Return Home With Big Concessions From GOPers

[mucifer]

Just about a month ago, dozens of Indiana state House Democrats fled to Illinois to shut down what they said was a Republican agenda that targeted workers rights and the public schools. Now they're set to return, having won several concessions from the GOP that will change the face of what Gov. Mitch Daniels (R) was hoping would be a signature session.

Rep. Patrick Bauer, leader of the state House Democrats, called the deal "not perfect" but said the deal shows the standoff -- which shut down the state legislature in Indiana for weeks -- paid off in the end.

"The principled stand by House Democrats forced concessions by the House Republicans that reflected the concerns expressed by so many people who came to the Statehouse in recent weeks," he told TPM in a statement. "Today we can announce compromises that are great steps forward for working Hoosiers."

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[gratuitous]

1. A principled stand forced concessions?

Who knew that could happen? Wow! Has the DNC been informed? This could be a template for a whole new way of governing! Principled stands. What a concept!

[FredStembottom]

5. P. S's have no value or power...

... without a Super Conducting Galactic Ultra Mega Majority in congress!

Fer cryin' out loud! Taking a principled stand could lead to a Republican scowling or something!!!!11!1!

Where would we be then?!?!

[snappyturtle]

2. K&R This is one hell of a feat! I live in Indiana. nt

[crickets]

3. Good for them! K&R

[jwirr]

4. Great job Indiana House members. Thank you for standing up for

the people.