John Larson beats Crowley for Caucus Vice-Chair

Roll Call Reports (subscription required) that Connecticut Representative John Larson has pulled out a surprise victory in the race for Democratic Caucus Vice-Chair. Crowley has long been seen as close to lobbyists and business interests. This is a strong win for

As the hill reported last year Crowley was influencial in marshalling Democratic support for the bankruptcy bill.

Larson was the surprise victor in the race as reporting over the past several days had placed Crowley as the front-runner.

Spread the word, this is a small battle that has been won by the good guys.

(Thanks to Josh Marshall for also spreading the story.)