And “fed up” conservatives have now decided to fight back in public.
A congressional aide tells WND a group of House conservatives will discuss this week how to proceed, but a few of them have already decided to speak up publicly.
One tactic conservatives might employ would be voting with Democrats on procedural motions to derail legislation favored by leadership.
The behind-the-scenes battle broke into open view on Friday when Rep. Mark Meadows, R-N.C., was stripped of his chairmanship of a subcommittee for doing just that: voting against a House rule, in an unsuccessful attempt to slow down the rush to give President Obama virtually unchecked power to negotiate massive trade deals.
Radio talk-show host Laura Ingraham didn’t mince words in blasting the tactics of House Republican leaders:
“This is what the mafia does. I’m sorry, but this is a political mafia on Capitol Hill.”
“I don’t see this as a Republican Party who represents people like me. And if they distance themselves from people like me, then I don’t see how [they're] going to win the presidency.”
Meadows posted a scathing statement on Facebook:
“No one should be punished for voting their conscience and representing their constituents. I didn’t run for Congress to be a Yes vote for House Republican leadership. I came here to represent the people of Western North Carolina. My voting card may have my picture on it, but it belongs to the people of Western North Carolina and I will continue to listen to their voices regardless of the consequences. God bless.”
The congressman is getting support from top conservatives.
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3 comments:
Time for a REAL third party, uncontrolled by crooked internationalists that don't give a damn about the destruction of our country.
Johnny boy along with Lindsay, mitch and McCain need to be voted out.Virginia got rid of cantor and once they are gone the Republican party will get back on track. Let's face it. They are ALL crooks looking out for themselves. Go to Congress for 20 years come out a millionaire. Best scam ever on the American people.
And even if one was but a lowly White House cook,one should not ever contemplate writing a book about their experiences.That does not end well.
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