Q: How Many RINOs Does It Take to Steal $1 Trillion From Future Generations?

A: Three

Senators have reached a tentative deal on a version of President Obama's economic stimulus plan, including about $811 billion in spending and tax cuts, that will win enough Republican votes to move forward.

Sens. Arlen Specter of Pennsylvania and Susan Collins of Maine appeared to be the critical Republicans to sign onto the bill, giving Democrats the 60 votes needed to advance to a final vote. Democrats also voiced confidence that Republican Sen. Olympia Snow of Maine also would vote for the plan.

It isn't certain when a vote would come, but sources indicate Sunday is a likely bet.

Specter will definitely be facing a primary challenge next year. I don't think conservatives will give him another chance after this mess and his previous membership in the Gang of 14.