Thanks for mentioning this, Doug. I had planned to write something about that town hall, but the last week has been crazy for me...

In addition to the "It's OK If You're A Republican" attitude Walberg seems to take, I was disturbed by the general tone of both Gallagher and Walberg. If I remember correctly, Gallagher said something like, "We've got to do something about Nancy Pelosi." I don't know about anyone else, but that creeped me out.

Frankly, I'm relieved to know that after six years, finally someone is willing to lead. If President Bush and the GOP aren't willing to work to solve problems, they should step aside and let someone serious do the job.
 

I think we need to remember when Mr. Gallagher ran for office a few years back, he got trounced. Stomped in the ground defeated. From his Walberg comments I can see why.
 

Doug, I was not there because I cannot listen to Walberg with a straight face anymore.

The big point I took from your account (and the Telegram's) of that exchange was the fact that someone asked a pointed question about Pelosi which, to me, was more about foreign policy, international relations, terrorism, the role of the Speaker of the House in international affairs, war, peace, etc. It was an opportunity for him to expound on his personal opinions on Syria, state-sponsored terrorism, the Middle East and/or Pelosi's trip.

But what we get, or what has been reported so far is Walberg recalling the election and how he is "making the best of it." Did he answer the question or offer any opinion? Maybe he will make it the subject of his next online "Walberg Weekly Report," but I didn't hear an answer.

I guess I am used to Congressmen who answer serious questions directly. Schwarz and Smith were both well versed in international relations and it is sad we now have someone who limits their knowledge base to social issues and bland, spin-doctor-approved talking points.

Believe me, I'd love to be corrected here, but did he really blow off that question?
 

Frankly, he's waaaay out of his league. He should never have been elected.

"It's hard to do a battle of wits with an unarmed person!"

Its no wonder he's the least effective Congressman in Washington!