Democrats described the proposals as the "easy ones" because they were considered the least controversial.
Democrats described the mood of their caucus as much better than it was two years ago.
Moreover, some Democrats described the legislation as a foundation for drug benefits that could be expanded in years to come.
Democrats describe privatizing any part of Social Security as a radical reform.
Democrats described the question as a moral issue.
But even some Democrats describe the agency as a pork-barrel operation.
Democrats also described the legislation as a boon for the pharmaceutical industry and health maintenance organizations.
But many Democrats describe that moment as a turning point anyway.
Even Democrats describe him as a formidable ally - when they are not at odds with him.
But liberal Democrats never describe themselves as leftists, not even apologetically.