As I reported earlier here, Governor Granholm and the Democratic-controlled house wanted to tax Michigan's doctors to pay for a mere slice of the budget deficit. Physicians from across the state and medical lobbying groups vehemently opposed the plan, which would have amounted to a tax on revenue in exchange for federal Medicaid dollars. Thankfully, the Republican-controlled Senate overwhelmingly voted down the proposal. Senate Leader Mike Bishop is holding steadfast on his no tax pledge, frustrating, amongst others, the Governor's husband. As the budget impasse continues, let's hope Bishop continues to fend off the cries for new "revenue."