Bachmann: Repeal Vote Nixes ‘Crown Jewel of Socialism’

Wednesday, 19 Jan 2011 08:23 PM

By David A. Patten
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A broad coalition of grass-roots conservatives, right-to-life proponents, and establishment conservatives rejoiced Thursday evening after the House passed a bill repealing the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, otherwise known as Obamacare.

The 245 to 189 vote fell largely along party lines, with Republicans joined by three Democratic defections: Rep. Mike Ross of Arkansas, Rep. Dan Boren of Oklahoma, and Rep. Mike McIntyre of North Carolina.

“It’s a momentous day and we’re thrilled,â€