Congressman Ron Paul Gets Top Rating
Congressman Ron Paul (R-Texas) - the only libertarian in Congress - has
been named one of the 50 most effective members of Congress by
Congressional Quarterly. Congressional Quarterly is one of the most
respected non-partisan political journals in America. The magazine's list
was picked from members of both the US Senate and the House of
Representatives.
In their article, entitled "50 Ways To Do the Job of Congressman,"
Congressional Quarterly notes Paul's effective advocacy of a strict
interpretation of the Constitution and his consistent application of that
standard through his votes on the House floor.
Paul's legislative accomplishments during the past year include leading the
Congressional effort to smash the infamous "Know Your Customer" bank
snooping regulation, and introducing amendments to halt the pursuit of a
national ID card. Paul has also introduced and cosponsored numerous bills
aimed at reducing federal taxes, and has in the past introduced the Liberty
Amendment to end the income tax outright.
"I was obviously pleased to be recognized by this important institution,"
Congressman Paul said upon learning of the honor. "It is sometimes
difficult to take a strong and principled stand in light of how Washington
operates, but I think my being included in this list goes to show that a
person can stick to his principles and still have an effect on the
direction of the country,"
We have frequently noted that Representative Paul has the best pro-liberty
voting record of any Congressman since the days of the Founding Fathers.
It's great to see that record not only acknowledged as principled, but
effective.
(Source: Congressional Quarterly)
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