Re: Re: Re: Democratic votes
Actually, it's hard to deduce anything about the internal politics and philosophy of people in office. They are driven by basic survival instincts. While some of those voting may have held some conservative beliefs, my guess is it's more the perceived political reality of their district that influences their decision or, in worst case, the source of their campaign funding.
Just as I believe many in the clergy have long since stopped believing in God, it's very possible many Congressmen have long since quit being who they truly are inside for political expedience or just downright greed.