"... by the GOP, who is"? The GOP, which stands for an entire group of people surely are "who are" -- which is a minor point. May major reaction to the blog posting is that I don't really believe the newspaper account. I'm prepared to support almost any democratic candidate over virtually any republican, but this isn't the way to convince that someone "has to go." I've given up on most of America's press long ago and I'm oh so very tired of smears by either camp. You can't put me off voting, but you can insult my intelligence, and you have.
Sincerely,
Abigail
p.s. and my money is where my mouth is -- I've volunteered to work in my local district -- in case you were wondering.

For me the story reported about the slurs uttered by Rep. Cubin to Mr Rankin, define the GOP which has shown a repeated lack of moral ethic, and conscience in their leadership; especially to their average, fellow citizen's ...The very people they were elected to represent. Americans come in all shapes, sizes, colors and states of health or wealth. I find it particularly despicable her childish threat to Mr Rankin.

Ms Cubin, clearly exhibits poor behavior when she slurs her contender, who also happens to have Multiple sclerosis and is in a wheelchair, just like so many other Americans.

Mr Rankin meanwhile showed a remarkable sense of calm, and dignity; a sure sign he is a man ready to handle the position. Unfortunately, Cubin demonstrated the true colors, the insensitivity and the underbelly of the Republican Party with her slurs. I see this increasingly everyday. (Can you say Katrina and not think of the GOP?)

The GOP are failing to be sympathetic about representing any interests of our individuals in this American landscape. They forfeit their duty to, "We The People," and serve only Corporate interest's while ignoring Public interest's almost entirely; their ideology dictates no affinity for programs or consideration for those whom depart from their goals. Her remarks clearly showed this problem and the disdain she and the GOP have for their fellowman, in my view.

Ms Cubin lacks self-control and this makes her an unfit candidate to manage our aging American population and that is exactly what America will be confronting as the Baby-Boomer's retire. They may be in scooter's too-no doubt. She is no example of how you treat any person standing, sitting or one who happens to be in a wheelchair. Civilization will judge how we treat the weakest, sickest or oldest among us...

George Washington said: "Labor to keep alive in your breast that little celestial spark of fire called Conscience."

I am sorry but history shows that the Grand Old Party is a party interested in big business and Hoover proved this and at America's expense.

I view the party as "The Mean Old Party" who just does not like the average Joe too much, especially if they may be in need. They pass Bills which put our families under, like the Bankruptcy Bill. Just review the Bills that the GOP signed into Law and you will find out who your GOP IS...These are Bills that hurt the average American with a health problem.

Hat's off to Mr Rankin; He reminds me of one of our greatest Presidents, FDR. I hope he follows in this man's footsteps, which were ironically impaired by polio.