One hour ago, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky just ROCKed the Democratic house here in ROCKford, Illinois -- on the turf of Republican Congressman Donald Manzullo, and next door to the district that Dennis Hastert claims to own.
Schakowsky spoke at the annual Paul Simon Dinner of the Winnebago County Democratic Party, led by our incredibly energetic and brave chairman, Greg Tuite. KUDOS TO GREG TUITE!
The good Congresswoman -- a most excellent role model for progressive women like me -- gave a rousing stemwinder. Over and over, she lit a fire under our feet as she hammered out Howard Dean's directive for Democrats to stand up proud and tall and speak from the gut of our values.
So stand up, each and every one of you, and FEEL the power of your SPINE!
May earth and sky continue to bless Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, and continue to provide her with the strength and courage she shows us on the House floor and in cities and towns like mine across the nation!
I LOVE YOU, JAN! KEEP UP THAT FANTASTIC GUNFIRE!
(Yes, Jan, this is that Dean Democrat and Kossack who gave you a hug for all you do!)
(Senator Paul Simon, as you may recall, was Illinois' bow-tied and brilliant senior senator, and Dick Durbin's mentor. Paul Simon endorsed Howard Dean from our good senator's deathbed. I here honor my beloved Senator Simon!)
LET'S OUST DONALD MANZULLO AND DENNIS HASTERT, ILLINOIS! THEY BOTH NEED TO BE RETIRED!