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Rep. Mark Amodei ‘discouraged’ by early days, but vows to keep plugging
Elise Viebeck - 02/13/12 05:00 AM ET

To explain his support for anti-online piracy legislation, Rep. Mark Amodei (R-Nev.) references a band with Nevada roots: The Killers.

Tornadoes’ damage put Rep. Sewell to the test early in her first year
Ramsey Cox - 02/06/12 05:00 AM ET

Most of the freshman class had a challenging first year, but none was tougher than Rep. Terri Sewell’s (D-Ala.).

Facing his own reelection issues, Walsh focuses on beating President Obama
Ramsey Cox - 01/30/12 05:00 AM ET

As one of the most outspoken freshmen, Rep. Joe Walsh (R-Ill.) ruffled many political feathers in 2011.

Rep. Turner keeps his eye on Israel — and redistricting in New York
Elise Viebeck - 01/23/12 05:00 AM ET

It would be hard to find a newer face in Congress than that of Rep. Bob Turner (R-N.Y.).

Battle over road signs reflects Fleischmann’s budget priorities
Elise Viebeck - 12/19/11 05:15 AM ET

If you want to understand Rep. Chuck Fleischmann’s (R-Tenn.) approach to his job, just ask him about highway signs.

Rokita finds election law expertise useful as he adjusts to life on Hill
Ramsey Cox - 12/12/11 05:15 AM ET

When Rep. Todd Rokita (R-Ind.) came to Washington he thought the chapter of his life dealing with election laws was over.

Rep. Lankford looks to not just change what Hill does, but how it does it
Elise Viebeck - 12/05/11 05:15 AM ET

Rep. James Lankford (R-Okla.) wants to require a two-year budget, prohibit government shutdowns and recast the entire committee system.

Huizenga’s family debates, 1989 Prague experience shape views
Ramsey Cox - 11/14/11 06:00 AM ET

Rep. Bill Huizenga (R-Mich.) grew up in a family that didn’t always agree politically but loved to debate.

Berg sees North Dakota as good economic example for the nation
Elise Viebeck - 10/31/11 05:13 AM ET

Rep. Rick Berg (R-N.D.) thinks what worked in his state can work for the country as a whole. 

Rep. Gardner takes aim at regulatory reach of the federal government
Ramsey Cox - 10/24/11 04:15 AM ET

It was as a state legislator in Denver that Rep. Cory Gardner discovered the extent of the federal government’s reach.

Current and Previous Articles

10/17/11 04:15 AM ET Lifetime of grief management readied Rep. Southerland for Congress
10/03/11 04:15 AM ET Rep. Cicilline draws the line on protecting Social Security, Medicare benefits
09/19/11 04:00 AM ET Huelskamp warns rural district to expect cuts
09/12/11 04:30 AM ET Rep. Womack gets to keep promise on cuts
08/01/11 05:00 AM ET A Boehner recruit, Stivers hopes to deliver efficient government
07/25/11 05:00 AM ET Oilman Flores looks to nuclear, alternative fuels for energy future
07/17/11 08:50 PM ET Scott praises Cantor’s debt talks walkout
07/11/11 04:35 AM ET ‘Numbers guy’ puts his focus on budget
06/27/11 04:50 AM ET Hanabusa weighs Senate run, concentrates on military issues
06/20/11 04:15 AM ET Barletta makes pitch on immigration
06/13/11 05:00 AM ET Healthcare law prompts Ellmers’s run
06/06/11 05:06 AM ET Car dealer Kelly takes business approach to Congress after GM bailout
05/23/11 05:19 AM ET New Member of the Week: Rep. Buerkle gets to work as ’12 looms
05/16/11 05:19 AM ET New Member of the Week: Rep. Hartzler sees God’s plan in politics
05/09/11 05:21 AM ET New Member of the Week: NYC Republican stands ground
05/02/11 02:33 PM ET Grandson prompts Nunnelee’s run
04/11/11 05:42 AM ET New Member of the Week: Richmond pushes help for New Orleans
04/04/11 05:46 AM ET New Member of the Week: Heck targets healthcare reform replacement
03/28/11 05:35 AM ET New Member of the Week: Rep. Carney: 'The smart, measured approach is hard'
03/14/11 05:18 AM ET New Member of the Week: Rep. Yoder's quick rise up the political ladder
03/07/11 06:22 AM ET New Member of the Week: Tea Party-backed Labrador unfazed by success
02/28/11 06:17 AM ET New Member of the Week: Rep. Wilson aims to be 'conscience' of the House
02/14/11 06:41 AM ET New Member of the Week: 'Heavenly' pizza maker turns to politics
02/07/11 12:20 AM ET Scott leads ideological GOP class
 
 
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