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The Democrats have been promising a fight for the last year. If they don't fight, they will have betrayed their base. They can't go on and on about how horrible Alito will be, to raise money, and then wimp out at the end.
On Monday, Democrats will need to stand up and be counted. Those who vote for cloture will be sending a message, as will those that vote against.
Mr. Shapiro says it's pointless. If the Republicans have lined up 60 votes to end debate, then we lose, and Alito wins. But I disagree with those who say that the Dems should just roll over and play dead.
