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In Specter's case (4.00 / 4)

his actions have made it pretty clear that he is self-centered and immoral.

In general, it's a little depressing to accept that. I'd like to think instead that most people are fundamentally good people who have some progressivism in them and can be persuaded to do the right thing if it both allows them to do the right thing and serve their personal and political self interest. It's a little bit nicer of a thought. But still pretty depressing that people have to be convinced and forced to do the right thing.  

John McCain: Beacuse lobbyists should have more power

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by: Populista @ Fri Jun 26, 2009 at 00:41:08 AM CDT

Senators Aren't "Most People" (0.00 / 0)

That's both the good news and the bad news, I'm afraid.

It was even worse before popular elections for them.

"Senate passes expanded GI bill despite Bush, McCain opposition"

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by: Paul Rosenberg @ Fri Jun 26, 2009 at 16:52:06 PM CDT

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