John Thune: “Would replacing that definition with the definition of the 2008 Farm Bill result in increased renewable energy…”

The only conclusion one can draw is that the Democrats have concluded that it is good politics for them not to allow the Republicans to ‘get a victory’ or the president to ‘get a victory’ in the middle of a political season.

Odds are we plan on being here next week," said Thune.

It's a pretty simple measure, but an important way to ensure that members of Congress are held to the standards that America should be able to expect of their representatives.

It’s a great message. I like the message. But it shouldn’t be paid for with taxpayer dollars.