In 2007, we had senators who flip-flopped because they felt that supporting DREAM would hurt their chances of being re-elected. Now, we have a new set of problems to deal with (as if we didn't already have enough). It was hard for us back in 2007; it will be hard for us in 2009.

Even though I know it will be hard, I have not lost hope. Those senators who flip-flopped might vote for DREAM now that they have won re-election. John McCain might come back to our side now that he's no longer running for president. We might be able to persuade the newly elected Democratic senators to support DREAM. And although a few Republican DREAM supporters have retired and have been replaced by non-supporters, we might be able to grab other pro-immigration senators like Graham (not likely?) if we call and fax them incessantly.

But none of these would matter if DREAM were not brought up for a vote. Let's hope that Obama keeps his word and gives us the change he has promised.