I have always appreciated Durbin's effort. But this line is overrated. It's been 17 years since he introduced the Dream Act. Even when they had a majority nothing was able to get it done. Unfortunately he doesn't have the leverage like we all think he does. He's the 2nd highest most important Democrat in the Senate, and the way this shut down was handle was a complete embarrassment because not only did they not have an exit plan, but they lost all leverage during the process. Now I am not placing full blame on him. All I'm saying is that he is not in charge like we may all think he is.