3) If Walker’s concessions had been accepted, he still basically would have won (largely because of the dues provision). But the Dems could have returned to Madison claiming that their dramatic walkout had resulted in a non-trivial victory of sorts, and the press was poised to portray them as brave, victorious heroes. This outcome denies the Democrats that media triumph. No doubt the MSM will come up with another way to celebrate the Flight of the 14 as a Tunisia-like tide-turning. But it will take some creativity, and the public might not buy it;
4) That said, I wouldn’t be surprised if some of Walker’s concessions were included in amendments passed down the road, especially if the polls continue to look bad for Republicans. Maybe there was even a secret handshake deal somewhere. …
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