16. Senator George Voinovich
(R-Ohio)
Co-drafted compromise bill on federal bailout
Rookie
Who he is: Moderate Republican senator from a Blue State, up for reelection in 2010.
Why he's here: Lead Republican on the bailout compromise bill.
He says: "During these uncertain and fragile economic times, bankruptcy is not an option. If these companies are allowed to fail, taxpayers will wonder why Congress failed to act and at least provide a mechanism for automakers to get a loan."
We say: Amen, brother.
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