Looks like Florida's Jeb
Hensarling is also angling for a leadership position:
Hensarling Statement on Elections
"Republicans have experimented with Big Government and it has
failed. The era of Republican Big Government is over"
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Jeb Hensarling (TX-05) today issued the
following this morning following Republican election losses:
"I am extremely disappointed with the outcome of today's
elections. Our party will see many good public servants leave our
ranks, taking our Majority with them. I am deeply saddened by their
departure, and I wish each of my departing colleagues and their
families the very best.
"With loss comes a time for reflection. As Republicans, it is
time for our party to look in the mirror and reflect on where we
have gone wrong. Today, the American people have sent us a clear
message, and that message is that we've deviated from our
principles and values.
"The American people empowered us because of a shared commitment
to reform government, to balance federal budgets, and to promote
individual freedom while remaining true to our American values.
Instead, over the last several years, Republicans have experimented
with big government, and we have now seen the result. The Bridge to
Nowhere has led us here. The era of Republican Big
Government is over.
"There is no doubt that great anxiety over the War in Iraq
played a role in our defeat. There is also no doubt that the
American people and our fellow Republicans grew sick and tired of
the scandals that too often plagued our Majority. Yet, all of the
problems that have led to the defeat of our Majority are traceable
back to one issue: an out-of-control government.
"To return to our Majority, we must renew our commitment to the
principles of Ronald Regan and the Contract of America. Our core
vision of limited government, individual empowerment, a strong
national defense and traditional values enabled us to effectively
establish a trust with the American people. We will now return to
these principles and communicate our vision effectively, building a
new Republican Majority in the process."
topics:
Federal Budget, Iraq
