It would be helpful to me if members of this community can help me identify the Blue Dogs who are impeding health care legislation - both in the House and Senate.
I think it's helpful to know who they are so that come election time, righteous-mind people can help mobilize candidates who can advance an agenda more consistent with those of the Democratic Party.
So far I have in the House:
John Barrow (D-GA)
Bart Gordon (D-TN)
Baron Hill (D-IN)
Jim Matheson (D-UT)
Charlie Melancon (D-LA)
Mike Ross (D-AR)
Zack Space (D-OH)
Senate:
Max Baucus (D-MT)
Evan Bayh (D-IN)
Maria Cantwell (D-WA)
Tom Carper (D-DE)
Kent Conrad (D-ND)
Dianne Feinstein (D-CA)
Mary Landrieu (D-LA)
Joe Lieberman (I-CT)
Blanche Lincoln (D-AR)
Bill Nelson (D-FL)
Mark Pryor (D-AR)
Ron Wyden (D-OR)
I think the names of these guys should be brought out so their constituencies can see just how much harm they are doing. I mean if you are proud of your position, you need to proudly attach your name to that position.
Also, I will be writing letters to them. What I would eventually like to do is compile a database of names, addresses and contacts for them, so we can mobilize a bloc (just as they seem to be doing).
You know that old saying: Vote out the Blue Dogs and the Republicans will take care of themselves (kaboom).
Update - more names courtesy of Upstate Dem.
Jarod Polis(CO-02)
Bart Stupak(MI-01)
Dina Titus(NV-03)
Jim Costa(CA-20)
My intention is put all their names, addresses, phone numbers in a single database. Then try to get that info to go viral. I've got an idea on how to do it - and we have ALL of AUGUST to get it done. Happy vacation.