Chariot of Fire

By Emily Heil and Anna Palmer
Roll Call Staff

Nov. 5, 2007, 12 a.m.

Every little boy dreams of owning his own real-live fire truck, but only a few — including Rep. Adam Putnam (R-Fla.) — ever make the childhood fantasy a reality. Putnam scored a shiny vintage fire engine from none other than Rep. Dennis Hastert (R-Ill.), who apparently decided he no longer needs the antique wheels for parades and campaign events since he’ll be retiring soon.

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