Two more pukes in the House abandoning ship: That makes 16 so far

[cali]

GOP Reps. Saxton, Cubin to retire

By: Josh Kraushaar
Nov 9, 2007 04:10 PM EST

House Republicans were hit with two additional retirements Friday, losing a veteran New Jersey member with a history of winning comfortably in a competitive district and an underachieving Wyoming lawmaker who ran uncomfortably close races in a conservative state.

So far, 16 House Republicans have announced their retirements, compared with only four Democrats.

Rep. Jim Saxton (R-N.J.) announced he would not be running for reelection, giving Republicans another difficult open seat to defend in a highly competitive and expensive southern New Jersey district.

In a statement, Saxton said health concerns played a prominent role in his decision. He has been treated for chronic sciatica, a painful back and leg condition, and has recovered from prostate cancer.

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http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1107/6804.html

And yes, more retirements from pukes in the House are expected. They're in a world of trouble.

[jgraz]

1. They finally realized their jobs have been outsourced across the aisle.

[MannyGoldstein]

2. The Lack Of Backbone In The Rethugs Is Astonishing

Their party is just evaporating. They'd rather quit than fight - chickenhawks to the end.

[cali]

3. they really are a bunch of chickenshits and

they know what's coming.

[SharonAnn]

6. Heavens. Democratic Sen. Byrd has stayed on and fought, though in the minority.

[B Calm]

4. They sure as hell can't run on their record.. Fucking cowards!

[undeterred]

5. Cmon Sensenbrenner, you're a chronic pain in the ass!

[samplegirl]

7. Their probably on Larry Flints....

list. :rofl:

[Disturbed]

8. The Senate is where Dem Progressives need at least

4 new members. It would be great if the Green Party could garner a few seats in the House & Senate. Congress really needs a whole lot more real Progressives.

[cali]

9. The Green Party needs a makeover. It's completely

disfunctional... but there is hope for the Senate: Mark Udall in Colorado stands a good chance of winning and his cousin Tom stands an excellent chance in NM. Both are progressives, and both are ardent environmentalists. Tom Allen has an uphill road in ME, but it's not out of the question that he could beat Collins. I like Franken's chances against Coleman in MN, and Jeanne Shaheen, though not a Progressive- more an old style liberal, is a shoo-in in NH, as is Mark Warner (more of a centrist) in VA. The Dems will pick up 4-7 Seats in the Senate, and it will make a huge difference in enacting progressive legislation.

[lonestarnot]

10. They can't get the fuck out soon enough to suit me!

[Disturbed]

11. Yes, you are correct cali. America does,also.

The Electoral System

Repeal the 12th amendment, reforming the electoral college, standardizing party qualifications in the states, qualified and free access to public airwaves.

1.Uniform Ballot Access
2.Loosen Third Party Ballot Restrictions
3.Universal Voter Registration
4.Election Day Holiday
5.Equal Media Access/Debate Inclusion
6.Instant Runoff Voting (IRV)
7.Secure Voting Machines
8.Public Campaign Financing
9.Direct Popular Vote Election of the President
10.Congressional Representation

[opihimoimoi]

12. Some of them came aboard with Newt's Contract with America..pledged 2 terms! Guess what? They still

here....