Senator Specter explains why he's becoming a Democrat....remains classy while doing so

[ubiquitous_a]

Statement by Senator Arlen Specter

April 28, 2009

I have been a Republican since 1966. I have been working extremely hard for the Party, for its candidates and for the ideals of a Republican Party whose tent is big enough to welcome diverse points of view. While I have been comfortable being a Republican, my Party has not defined who I am. I have

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[hinoema]

The American people do not care which Party solves the problems confronting our nation. And no Senator, no matter how loyal he is to his Party, should or would put party loyalty above his duty to the state and nation.

I respect this man so hard right now. We need to hear this kind of thing more often.

[mercat]

I like this guy. Not because of party affiliations but because he had the common sense to see when things weren't lining up with what he thought. And rather than get all whiny and sticking with the "cool kids", he decided to do what he thought was best for the people. This gives me hope in politicians, regardless of their affiliations. =)

This can't be quoted enough

[dies_nefastus]

And no Senator, no matter how loyal he is to his Party, should or would put party loyalty above his duty to the state and nation.
And no Senator, no matter how loyal he is to his Party, should or would put party loyalty above his duty to the state and nation.
And no Senator, no matter how loyal he is to his Party, should or would put party loyalty above his duty to the state and nation.

Re: This can't be quoted enough

[ubiquitous_a]

THIS.

Re: This can't be quoted enough

[ifeltitslipaway]

No comment for this other than I love your icon!

[whosmurry]