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Voino and Brown on Specter: You say Potato, I say Potahto
Sen. George Voinovich, a Republican, is disappointed that Sen. Arlen Specter, a former Republican from Pennsylvania, decided to be a Democrat. Sen. Sherrod Brown, a Democrat, is happy about this development.
Here are their statements on Specter’s decision to switch parties Tuesday, April 28:
First, Voinovich:
“I know Arlen and I know he loves the United States Senate, as evidenced by him coming back twice from fighting a grave illness to continue to serve Pennsylvanians. That being said, I am very disappointed in his decision. I know Arlen will continue to vote his conscience and I will do my best to ensure that all Republican members continue to have a voice in the Senate.”
Second, Brown:
“I’m pleased to welcome Senator Specter. Our states border each other and face many of the same challenges; our Capitol Hill offices are on the same hallway; and we will now share a Party. I look forward working with him to fight for the priorities of middle class families from Ohio, Pennsylvania, and across the nation.”
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By Sherry
April 29, 2009 12:14 PM | Link to this
I wonder how the people feel that VOTED him in feel today…? They should ask for a new vote!By Who Cares
April 29, 2009 9:10 AM | Link to this
and “democrat” has simply become a moronBy daveb
April 29, 2009 7:33 AM | Link to this
moderate republican has become an oxymoron.