Those of us who have insurance," In closed door negotiations, House Democrats are trying to overcome objections from fiscally-conservative Democrats who are not satisfied with cost reductions in the emerging measure.

VOA: standard.2009.07.21

Isn't it time we stopped working for the government and the government started working for us?" Democrats in Congress pushed a modified version of the president's spending plan through the House and Senate last week, despite strong Republican opposition.

VOA: standard.2009.04.11

The announcement came hours after senior US Democrats called for Anthony Weiner to resign.

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Sunday saw two senior US Democrats call for stricter gun control.

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And we put our boots on, us Democrats.

WHITEHOUSE: Arena at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport, Connecticut