Healthcare Vote Could Make Or Break Republicans With Tea Parties: Reconciliation Needs 216 Votes In House

David Brooks and Mark Sheilds debate the merits and demerits of reconciliation.

President Obama compares healthcare insurance to shopping at Walmart and then threatens reconciliation.

MSNBC reported that 9 Democrats who voted against the healthcare package may switch their votes in favor.

The House version of health care passed 220-215 in November, with 39 Democrats voting against it.    However, since November, defections, resignations and a death have taken away yes votes.  216 votes would be needed for Pelosi to approve the Senate-passed version.