There have been widespread rumors of serious tension in the House Democratic Caucus. Lopez and Rios were unhappy about losing the leadership race and have been complaining/second-guessing Lopes' leadership every chance they get.
Word is that when some of the Lopez/Rios supporters did not get the committees they wanted, they cut a deal with the Speaker. Sources say that 7 caucus members (Rios, Lopez, Garcia, Bradley, Alvarez, Cajero Bedford, and Miranda) signed a letter to Mr. Weiers saying something to the effect that they would vote to override any actions that Lopes' attempts in challenging the Speaker. The actions of the 7 have served to unify the rest of the caucus like never before. The leadership election was 14 to 13 in favor of Lopes. If the election was held today, it would probably be 20 to 7 in Lopes favor.
Although there are clearly divisions in the caucus right now, insiders still believe when it comes down to the big issues/votes, the House Dems be united.
Although there are clearly divisions in the caucus right now, insiders still believe when it comes down to the big issues/votes, the House Dems be united.
Wow, that is one seriously small font...
Posted by: Tim | January 19, 2007 at 05:40 PM