Hoyer Speaks on Bipartisanship, Regular Order at Georgetown University's Transition Conference

majorityleader.gov | Feb. 13, 2009 (Press Release)

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) spoke at the Georgetown University Transition Conference at the National Press Club this morning on the myths and realities of bipartisanship and their effect on the economic recovery debate, as well as the importance of following regular order as the 111th Congress works to address the major issues facing our nation. Below are his remarks as prepared for delivery:

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Patricia L'Herrou
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 by Patricia L'Herrou - Feb. 14, 2009

a very thoughtful treatise on the definition of bipartisanship and what it means and doesn't .

we can hope that all members of congress/senate read or heard this and that it could be published in msm outlets for us to discuss and think about.

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Marsha Iverson
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 by Marsha Iverson - Feb. 14, 2009

Excellent speech, high ideals, and a valuable attempt to redefine "bipartisan."

I hope the concept works out as well as this speech sounds. The initial outlook seems bleak at the moment, but there's too much at stake for this to fail.

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Dwight Rousu
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 by Dwight Rousu - Feb. 14, 2009

Some common sense political talk. Not very much bite.

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Doug Greer
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 by Doug Greer - Feb. 13, 2009

Journalists need to analyze speeches given by important politicians.

“Nor does bipartisanship mean that, because there are two parties, each party gets to write exactly half of every bill. I think that misconception underlies a lot of ... More »

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