Dean Statement on D.C. Voting Rights

Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean issued the following statement on District of Columbia voting rights:

"For far too long, residents of the District of Columbia have been denied full voting rights in Congress. The Democratic National Committee is on record supporting full voting rights for District residents, believing that change is long overdue. Residents of our nation's capital share responsibilities in their government, pay federal taxes, and serve honorably in our nation's military and should have an equal voice in America's strong democratic process. Republicans should withdraw their opposition."