Boehner: Pence Decision Good News for House Republicans & America, Bad News for Democratic Majority in House
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 26 /Standard Newswire/ -- House Republican Leader John Boehner (R-OH) today issued the following statement on the decision by House Republican Conference Chairman Mike Pence (R-IN) to remain in the House:
- "Mike's decision is good news for our conference and good news for the nation -- and very bad news for the Democratic majority in the House of Representatives. It sends an unmistakable signal that Republicans are intent on doing everything possible this year to end the Democratic monopoly in Washington, build a lasting majority, and renew the drive for smaller, more accountable government.
- "With his passion for public service and his love for the people of Indiana, I know this was not an easy decision for Mike and his family. I believe he ultimately concluded he can best serve the people of Indiana and the people of our country by staying in the House and finishing what we've started. I salute him for his decision."