Now again, I realize that Democrats far left base is rallying in D.C. this weekend, which puts extra pressure on Democrats. But I hope that they'll do the right thing anyway and vote to reopen the government. All we need is five. Bill's right there goes to the president. He signs into law. Government reopens. Mr. President, the American people are depending on some. I'm hoping Democrats who are willing to put the interest of the American people ahead of the interests of their far left base. (07:35)
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Asserts that five votes are needed for a bill to go to the president and reopen the government.
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