W.Va. Governor Calls for Bipartisanship

[Kadie]

W.Va. Governor Calls for Bipartisanship

Saturday, April 16, 2005



(04-16) 08:28 PDT Charleston, W.Va. (AP) --


The quality of Americans' lives is improving in states with Democratic governors, and congressional leaders should follow that example to cut through partisan gridlock, West Virginia's governor said Saturday.


"When America is facing challenges like the deployment of our family members overseas; record, mounting gas prices; and skyrocketing health care costs, it is not a time for rhetoric or fighting. It is a time for leadership and action," Democratic Gov. Joe Manchin said in his party's weekly radio address.


As some state legislative sessions end, Democratic governors have successfully worked with their lawmakers to enact historic laws with bipartisan support, Manchin said, taking a swipe at Republican leaders in Congress.


"The basic difference in this is — everyone is welcome in the Democratic Party. We are not a party of divisiveness; we are a party of inclusion," Manchin said. "And our core beliefs revolve around our dedication to helping every American improve the quality of their lives."

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[More Than A Feeling]

1. Heaven and Earth calls for a reality check

Bipartisanship with President Bush means taking it up the rear. No thanks.

[MountainLaurel]

2. Not surprising

Coming from a DINO like Manchin.