If I started worrying about how my constituents are going to react to every move I make, I wouldn't be able to do my job here. I'll do what I think is right and explain it later.
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I always try to keep my constituents as up-to-date as possible with what's going on here in Washington.
Having an understanding of what's possible also makes me redouble my efforts to fight those who stand in the way of doing the things that my constituents and the country would want to get done.
I see myself as a person who wants to serve the constituents within my district and find a way to move those who are not in our position philosophically to our position.
It's nice not to have to worry about constituents.
It's important to be honest and truthful with your constituents. At the end of the day, we represent them.
Professionally I would say taking up my constituents' problems is something I continue to enjoy after 22 years as an MP.
I will support my party when they are right on an issue, but am not afraid to stand up to party bosses who are not looking out for the best interests of my constituents and our country.
It is not easy to stand up against your constituents or your friends or colleagues or your community and take a tough stand for something you believe is right. Because you always want to keep working and live to fight another battle and it might cost you your career.
As a policy maker, I have to stand up for the rights of all my constituents, regardless of their faith.
One of the things that I think you see sometimes in politics is a certain degree of caution. It's usually advised by consultants who don't want to see you march to the end of a limb.
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