Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Politics - in Kansas
If you can't beat them, join them?...
Scott Rothschild recently reported in the Lawrence, Kansas Journal:
"Topeka — State Sen. Chris Steineger of Kansas City, Kan., on Friday left the Democratic Party to join Republicans, saying his fiscal beliefs were more in line with the GOP and that he could better serve his district by teaming up with the majority party.
"Most people tell me they want me to do what is best for the community, not a political party. By joining the Republican majority in the State Capitol, I am better able to deliver value and service to the people of Wyandotte County. Our voice in Topeka is stronger by being in the majority," said Steineger.
The decision gives Republicans a 32-8 advantage over Democrats in the Senate."
