And I think it's because they recognize the illogic of the position of taking the entire American economy hostage because they don't get their policy priorities. So three moderate Democrats joined 52 Republicans last night. We need five more [Democrats] in order to reopen the government. And that's really where we're going to focus is how to get those five additional Democrats. Thanks, Mr. Vice President. First two questions. (19:11–19:15)
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