House Dems Pass Iraq Bill

Chris Carney, who has given conflicting signals over whether he would vote for a spending bill containing a timeline, ended up voting with the Democrats in favor of passage. Fourteen Democrats (including Dennis Kucinich) voted against the bill and two Republicans voted in favor of the bill (Role Call here). All Pennsylvania representatives voted with the majority of their respective parties.

Patrick Murphy, an Iraq vet, was given the honor of being the Democrats' penultimate speaker. Choking up slightly during his emotional appeal, especially when recalling his fallen comrades, he called the bill "our chance to lead". His speech was several times interrupted with applause and the House gave him a standing ovation when he finished.

In the media:

The Hill: Democrats win Iraq vote
CNN: House passes spending bill with Iraq deadline
WaPo: House OKs Timetable for Troops in Iraq
SF Chronicle: House sets deadline for troop withdrawal
Chicago Trib: House approves Iraq withdrawal bill
NYTimes: House Approves Timetable to Bring Troops Home from Iraq
AP: House OKs Timetable for Troops in Iraq
Reuters: House approves deadline for ending Iraq war
BBC News: US House votes for Iraq deadline


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