Irregulars mock party rule
Richard J. Strout argues in The Christian Science Monitor that party discipline in Congress is looser than in any democratic system. He notes 46 Republicans voting against their party and 36 Democrats voting with Republicans in 57 votes, creating a fragile majority and undermining two party accountability.
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Richard’ J. Strout
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Letters From Readers Joliet June 11 on taxes and parking
A reader argues about meat lines and storage costs for public parking. They suggest using Armory ground near the river with patrols, freeing funds for veterans through tax-free home assessments.
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Congressional power and party discipline in Washington
Congressmen are elected on local issues and do not align with the President on key questions. No effective discipline exists. Issues are not debated and party control causes confusion. The out of power party gains power without responsibility until a reformer boss initiates change.
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