All politics aside, the behavior of some Representatives last night during the healthcare reform bill vote was appalling. Texas Republican Rep. Randy Neugebauer acknowledged Monday that he was the lawmaker who shouted "baby killer" during a floor speech by Rep. Bart Stupak. What was this man thinking? Oh, yeah, he wasn't thinking. He was emotional and reactive. That's exactly the type person I want in Congress representing me during these important, groundbreaking and historical law-making sessions. Not really!
Don't forget that Congressman Wilson shouted “You lie!” during Obama’s September address to a joint session of Congress on healthcare. Another prime example of emotional outbursts that embarrass the country.
Is this junior high school or the United States House of Representatives? These are only a couple examples of the less-than-stellar behavior exhibited on the floor of Congress. Whether or not a person agrees with the motion being discussed, I would expect our leaders to act with dignity and to command respect -- respect for themselves and for the country. As it turns out, those who have sunk to acting like school children in public debates are the same people who es-pound their devote love for America.
If you love this country, act like you mean it and show some respect for the office you hold. Its really quite simple, simple.
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