I can't but believe this won't have an impact on the Republicans in 2000.
"I think the pressure is on the Republicans right now," he said.
The pressure is mounting on other Republicans to support reform.
Eisenhower was forced to put significant political pressure on Republicans to keep them in line.
This too, took a toll on Republicans (as the leaders of the government).
It is a popular issue and the kind that will put pressure on moderate Republicans in the battle for the political center.
Instead, he called again on Republicans to spell out their budget proposals.
The media may have a crush on liberal Republicans, but don't expect them to respect you in the morning.
But others say the bill is dependent on Republicans for the winning votes.
Democrats, meantime, sense a political winner and are turning up the heat on Republicans.