American Voices

Dems Leave Lieberman Unpunished

November 20, 2008 | ISSUE 44•47

Despite his support of Sen. John McCain's presidential bid, the Democratic Caucus voted to let Sen. Joe Lieberman keep his position chairing the Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee. What do you think?

  • Well, he didn’t go completely unpunished. He did agree to let every Democratic senator peg him in the back with a racquetball.

    Alexander Creighton
    Child Protection Services

  • Obama just wanted to send the strongest possible message that he believes in reconciliation and bipartisanship, and he did so by reaching out to one of the most annoying, sanctimonious, uncharismatic, and contrary members of Congress.

    Lars Hoilland
    Solar Panel Installer

  • Much like a fine yogurt, legislative bodies do better when you add some of the old, crusty culture that stuck to the last jar.

    Mala Hertz
    Hebrew Teacher

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