Just wondering ...

Proponents of health care legislation claim that federal money can't be used for abortions already, and that there are conscience clause protections in place at this time.

So why do they keep shooting down amendments that stipulate reform bills state that abortion won't be covered and that health care workers can't be forced to take part in procedures they find morally objectionable - as they did today.

Could it be because they know they are not telling the truth - and that federal money will eventually be used to pay for abortions, and that medical personnel's consciences will not be protected?