(Former Speaker of the House) Tip O'Neill used to say all politics is local. That's not true when it comes to financing campaigns. Most big dollar Senate and House campaigns today are financed heavily by individuals and groups from outside a state or Congressional district.
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The leadership of both Houses of Congress needs a serious wake up call. You can't preach morality and family values while you wink and look the other way when one your own breaks the law.George Harleigh
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I'd start by cutting Congressional salaries in half and limiting House and Senate sessions to 60 days a year. Congressional service should be just that - service, not a career.
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At the moment, Cheney is Bush's job security. As bad as the Democrats loath Bush they can't stand the thought of a President Cheney.
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