"The American people do not like privatization. They are afraid of the debt the president's willing to do. And they don't like benefit cuts. And everyone here should understand all 45 Senate Democrats are united. We are not going to let this happen"

This quote by Harry Reid is a clear indication that the American people are not in favor of privatization. They are worried about the quantity of financial obligation the president is willing to take on and the possible benefit cuts that might result. Reid is also stressing the unity of the 45 Senate Democrats in their opposition to privatization. He is making it clear that they will not allow privatization to occur. This quote reveals that the American people are not happy to accept privatization which the Senate Democrats are standing together to ensure that it does not occur. It is a strong statement of solidarity and a suggestion that the American people have a voice in the choices that are made.