Two political things

One: I'm still not happy with Obama's tax deal, but I must admit that it is better than initial reporting made it sound.

Two: Over at TPM Josh observes the pattern Susan Collins has displayed of late:

1) Maine senator supports and wants to vote for Mainstream Policy X ...

2) and will vote for it if Harry Reid (D-NV) can put one hand on red, one foot on blue and still be able to spin the spinner for his next turn.

or ...

3) and will vote for it if Harry Reid can also convince Sens. DeMint, Coburn and Crapo.

or ...

4) and will vote for it as long as the clock can be run long enough so that time will run out and there won't be any vote at all.