Hon. Senator Bennett,

I’m grateful for your service to our country. Thank you.

I was personally thrilled at the prospect of our senators working together to pass an economic stimulus package. Now, my hopes have been dashed and I can barely stand to tune in. Americans were very excited about the swiftness with which President Obama pledged to pass the Recovery Act, because we lose hundreds of thousands of jobs every month. By stalling, we’re getting the clear message that the senate doesn’t care about those lost jobs. And by some Senators pledging to vote against stimulus, we’re getting the message that some members of congress want America to fail. This is extremely disheartening, and I don’t think I’m the only member of your constituency losing her patience with this partisanship.

And when you lose our patience, you lose our respect. Keep in mind Barack Obama’s still lofty approval ratings when you vote against it. Eyes will only turn to you if you vote against public interest and in favor of your own political interest. And the gaze won’t be favorable.

Sincerely,
Tracey Bushman