220 to 215, only one Republican voted for the plan [Yay, Anh Cao of LA!].

Now it's up to our Senate to streamline it so that the Amendment addressing Abortions could be "softened" a bit. [Stupak Amendment]

What I appreciate about the passing of this policy is that it can be viewed as a "first step" in instituting a more effective health care system in the U.S. I don't expect this bill to work out every kink and I'm sure it will add some kinks but over time we will amend it until it's satisfactory for majority of the population.

Some Democrats said they voted for the legislation so they could seek improvements in it. β€œThis bill will get better in the Senate,” said Representative Jim Cooper, a Tennessee Democrat who has been outspoken in his criticism of some provisions of the bill but decided to support it. β€œIf we kill it here, it won’t have a chance to get better.”

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