I keep thinking about the dangers posed by Corporate Dems who are socially liberal [View all]

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Jim Himes is a stark illustration. I believe these people are a real threat- not just to the party, but to the country. Himes says the right things and he votes the right way on social and civil rights issues, but he has done very little for minorities, the poor and the struggling middle class, in his district. He's certainly been there for his wealthy constituents. And yes, he's pro TPP.

Himes, former Goldman Sachs VP, represents the district with the greatest wealth disparity in the entire country. He represents Bridgeport, poor, with a minority majority and he represents some of the wealthiest communities in the nation; the gold coast towns of Fairfield County, including Greenwich, Hedge Fund capitol of the world.

He has an excellent voting record on social issues.

Here is an example of what he's done for his wealthy Wall Street/Hedge Fund constituents:

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On March 6, 2013, Himes co-sponsored H.R. 992 [18] which rolls-back provisions in section 716 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. Citigroup’s recommendations were reflected in more than 70 lines of the House Financial Services committee’s 85-line bill. Two crucial paragraphs, prepared by Citigroup in conjunction with other Wall Street banks, were copied nearly word for word.[19] According to the Congressional Budget Office[20] "H.R. 992 would allow certain financial firms to retain financial portfolios containing swaps while remaining eligible for assistance from the Federal Reserve and Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)."

Voted affirmative for H.R. 922. the Swaps Regulatory Improvement Act.[21]

Voted for H.R. 2374, the Retail Investor Protection Act.[22]

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Himes


More warning signs:

The Campaign to Fix the Debt has named Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) one of 32 inaugural “Fiscal Heroes” for placing a priority on fixing the debt. The Campaign to Fix the Debt is a non-partisan organization dedicated to putting America on a better fiscal and economic path.

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“These Members have in a variety of ways played a leadership role in focusing national attention on the pressing issue of the debt and have been working to forge credible solutions,” said Maya MacGuineas, head of the Campaign to Fix the Debt. “They all share a recognition that we will need to take a comprehensive approach to address the core drivers of the debt, and they are willing to confront the policy challenges of coming up with solutions. Given that there is much more to be done to confront the nation's debt challenges, it is important to recognize those who are focusing on these issues.”

Himes was previously recognized by the Concord Coalition for being among the “Brave 38” Members of Congress to vote for the Simpson-Bowles budget proposal.

http://himes.house.gov/press-release/himes-named-%E2%80%9Cfiscal-hero%E2%80%9D-commitment-fiscal-responsibility

Top progressive group comes out against Himes as DCCC chair

http://thehill.com/blogs/ballot-box/224062-top-progressive-group-comes-out-against-himes-as-dccc-chair