Despite the rumbles of rebellion, most members of the Congressional Black Caucus are backing House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) for speaker over possible contender Rep. Marcia Fudge (D-OH), a member of the caucus.
According to a Thursday Politico report, many still see Pelosi as the best person for the job despite members’ long-held wish to see a black representative in the speakership role.
“She knows that, she knows that, she knows I’m for Pelosi,” Rep. Jim Clyburn (R-SC), the top African American in the House, told Politico of Fudge, his good friend. “I’m supporting Pelosi, I’m supporting Hoyer, and I hope they’re supporting me.”
Anyone supported by that sexist jerk Tim “there are lots of women besides Pelosi” Ryan doesn’t deserve any consideration.
Good for the Black Caucus. Come on Dems, now is not the time for one of your food fights. We need someone that knows the ropes. In two years when things are maybe starting to change a wee bit pick another speaker.
sexist jerk?
How so?
If she wants to, Fudge can make things difficult for Pelosi, but winning the Speakership is another matter.
Of course the CBC supports Madame Speaker. They’re not stupid. But Ms. Fudge does appear so.