One of the "moderate" Democrats in the Senate who could be key to any agreement on legislation to overhaul the nation's health care system tells All Things Considered host Robert Siegel that it's important that at least some Republicans feel they can support the eventual plan.

Sen. Ben Nelson, D-Neb., says the package will be "closer to the mainstream of American thought" with GOP ideas incorporated.

Nelson talked with Robert earlier today. Here's part of their conversation:

More from the interview is due on today's ATC. Click here to find an NPR station near you.