As stated in this article , Obama hoped to receive bipartisan support for the bill regarding the economic stimulus package. Although no Republicans voted in favor of the bill (and 11 Democrats also voted against it), Obama is not giving up. In order for this bill to be passed in the Senate, Democrats must all vote in favor and rally support from at least two Republicans.
Republicans offered their amendment, which would include more tax cuts and less spending. This amendment was voted down.
One thing that the two parties are agreeing on is that something has to be done and it needs to be done fast. Both the Republican and Democrat parties want to get the final bill to President Obama before President's Day in February.
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