On the recordDecember 16, 2009
the simple fact of the matter is, if you have a hard 'D' or 'R' on your sleeve, you are going to be discounted dramatically by the American people
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congress.govthe simple fact of the matter is, if you have a hard 'D' or 'R' on your sleeve, you are going to be discounted dramatically by the American people
Emphasizing the need for nonpartisan solutions to engage Americans.
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