House Members Soft-Pedal Their Résumés in Gubernatorial Campaigns
Instead, Members are trying to figure out how to maximize their federal experience without taking on too much water in their campaign. “It’s a handicap in more ways than a help.
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Climate Bill’s Backers Press On Without GOP Support
It’s a good place to start, and I think we could do it,” said Arkansas Sen.
Michigan: Democrats Clear Field in Race for Stupak’s Seat
But Democrats had been worried that without an abortion foe like Stupak on the ballot, their chances of keeping the seat would diminish.
Reform Debate Polishes Dodd’s Image
“I think he gets pretty high marks for trying to find consensus.” Dodd has also won over liberals such as Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.).
Obama Calls Kagan a Trailblazing Leader’
Like Stevens, “I have selected a nominee who I believe embodies that same excellence, independence, integrity and passion for the law, and who can ultimately provide that same kind of leadership
GOP Vows Rough Road for Kagan
I don’t know what her philosophy is. … I just believe that if you put someone on the Supreme Court they ought to be deeply steeped” in the law, Sessions said.
Henry Clay Pulled the U.S. Back From the Edge
It also established Utah and New Mexico as territories without forbidding slavery there, finalized the boundaries of Texas and toughened the existing fugitive slave law, which pleased Southerners.
Local Democrats to Discuss Obey’s Seat This Weekend
So she could run for Congress without surrendering her seat in the state Legislature. State Rep.
Heard on the Hill: Spring’s Here
“He’s obviously an amazing surfer,” Chaffetz said.
New York Avenue Gets a Brand-New Look
“The working stiffs downtown here also need to see artwork,” Norton said.
Democrats: Jobs Get Short Shrift
Well, we haven’t exactly been focused like a laser on jobs and I have seen no movement, particularly on the part of the Obama administration, on the transportation bill,” Rep.
Backers Say Gay Rights Bills Will Win in House
“I think the president made a big mistake allowing that letter to be sent,” Frank said, adding that he believes repeal can still pass, although “it will give some Members an excuse not to vote for
No Support at White House for Lieberman Citizenship Bill
White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs said he doesn’t know of a single person at the White House who supports legislation unveiled Thursday by Sen.
Nelson Predicts Crist-Meek Matchup in November
But Nelson acknowledged that it remains unclear if Crist, without the backing of a major political party, will be able to compete with Rubio’s voter turnout operation, sure to be bolstered by the Florida
Terror Plot, Oil Spill Fail to Unlock Nominees
The TSA slot has been without a nominee for months. Two nominees withdrew from consideration — due in no small part, some lawmakers say, to the frustrating nomination process.
GOP Walks Fine Line With Security Criticisms
Even as Senate Republicans move to target Democrats and exploit national security on the campaign trail, they are stepping cautiously on Capitol Hill as they seek to raise the issue without appearing overtly
LeMieux Says He Urged Crist to Stay in Republican Party
I regret that he made the decision to leave the Republican Party. I have enormous respect for the governor; he’s a friend of mine,” LeMieux said. “I’m not going to say anything ill about him.
Reid Issues Deadline to Finish Financial Reform
“I hope we can move forward and get this legislation done. We have to finish it by next week,” Reid said on the floor Tuesday, noting the bill will clear “one way or the other by next week.”
K Street’s Answer to Dr. Oz Keeps Lobbyists Trim
“In that life it’s about making smarter choices,” Zalman said. “How do I survive the day when I have two breakfast meetings, one lunch, two receptions and a dinner?
Hill Climbers: Louie Gohmert’s Staffers Take It All in Stride
I was trying to wedge my shoe out without falling over and had this pencil skirt on. Congressman Gohmert came over and was like, I have three daughters. I understand,’ and wedged my shoe out.”