Congressman Bart Stupak of Michigan announced today that he won't seek re-election. The anti-abortion Democrat has been the target of Tea Party activists for playing a key role in getting health care reform passed.
Bart Stupak: “Congressman Bart Stupak of Michigan announced today that he won't seek re-election. The anti-abortion Democrat has been…”
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Stupak announces his decision not to seek re-election, attributing it to pressure from the Tea Party.
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