Interesting opinion about challenges faced in U.S. Congress by a House global warming bill proposed by Rep. Henry Waxman. The author observes that the bill is opposed by a number of Democratic representatives from 'manufacturing, oil-producing, coal-producing, coal-using states,' alienating 'the very Democrats necessary to pass that bill.' It's an informative article overall, but the author presents Nancy Pelosi in an unfavorable light, which detracts from an otherwise insightful perspective.

There are legitimate policy issues brought up in this opinion piece. Too bad it is overwhelmed by the author's partisan inclinations.

The reporter clearly has some inside knowledge about the intricate politics which could derail this environmental effort. However, the piece is barely sourced. In addition, her conversational, sometimes sarcastic tone is an impediment to understanding the facts of the piece, not an aid.