Michael Stopa may have technical ability when it comes to his subspecialty within nanotechnology, but when it comes to political philosophy, Stopa’s critical thinking skills seem to have gone out the window.
Posts Tagged ‘congress’
Democrats Against Jim Matheson
As a Blue Dog, working with Republicans to block Democratic legislation, Jim Matheson has gained the strong opposition of his district’s progressive candidates. Progressive challenger Claudia Wright has stepped into the gap left by Matheson’s rightward run.
Melancon Is Too Much Like A Republican
Charlie Melancon figures he can take Democratic votes for granted, and take a big chunk of Republican votes too. Will you let him get away with it?
Mangy Old Blue Dog Bumper Sticker
Those Blue Dogs are Democrats, but they vote with the Republicans, wrecking Democratic Party attempts to to pass progressive legislation on issues like health care and climate change, over and over again.
I Want A Real Democrat, Not Sanford Bishop
Sanford Bishop consistently votes against the progressive values of his constituents, and in favor of the interests of corporate polluters. The Democrats of Georgia’s 2nd district deserve better.
Bye Bye Buyer
Congressman Steve Buyer earned a negative 49 legislative score from That’s My Congress. With his retirement, there is now hope that the 4th congressional district of Indiana can elect a more forward-looking Representative.
Arcuri is a Disappointment, not a Democrat
Mike Arcuri voted to stall Democratic health care legislation earlier this year – which made the Republican opposition to the bill possible. Representative Arcuri also voted against the House bill to deal with climate change.
No More Blue Dogs – Please!
Mainstream progressive Democrats are nearing an open revolt against their own party’s leadership, demanding that the Blue Dogs’ destructive activities finally be brought under control.
