Frank Reacts to DeLay’s Love for Him

By Mary Ann Akers
Roll Call Staff

April 6, 2006, 12 a.m.

During that whirlwind round of television interviews Tuesday night about his resignation, Rep. Tom DeLay (R-Texas) acknowledged something few, if any, of us ever thought we’d hear: He admires Rep. Barney Frank (D-Mass.), even loves him. And, according to Frank, the feeling is mutual — up until the “love” part.

Schumer Advocates for Many on Panel

Nov. 16, 12 a.m.

As Senate Majority Leader, Lyndon Johnson once said of the Joint Economic Committee, “It’s as useless as tits on a bull.” But as that panel’s chairman during the 110th Congress, Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) seized the opportunity to elevate the traditionally low-profile post to the forefront of shaping policy. Read Full Article