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Senator Michael Bennet of Colorado led the effort to show that a majority in the Senate supports the public option. Was it all for show? Did Michael Bennet only champion the public option when he thought it didn't matter?

If Bennet introduces the public option during next week's debate, according to its own rules the Senate has to hold a vote. This is our only chance for a vote on the public option.

» Tell Senator Michael Bennet to introduce the public option for a vote in the Senate.

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Pass direct student lending now!

President Obama's plan for direct student lending saves $8.7 billion by cutting unnecessary fees paid to Wall Street banks.

But if the Senate tries to pass a health care 'fix' through reconciliation without passing direct lending at the same time, there won't be another opportunity for an entire year.

Sign our petition to the Senate to save our students and pass direct student lending.