[WOSG]

I think Republicans will hang as a block against a public option.”

Good.

Even better:Republicans will hang as a block against higher taxes, mandates, more regulation on health insurance that just drives costs up, and against any bill that fails to include tort reform.

[JrsyJack]

I think Republicans will hang as a block against a public option.”

Good, because they'll hang separately, metaphorically speaking of course, if they support it.