Connecticut Young Democrats issues Statement on Dodd

It's been a busy political day, as Connecticut politics have been turned upside down. There's a lot to consider (which means I'll post more later).

For now, here is a statement just released by Connecticut Young Democrats, praising Sen. Dodd--there will be many more tributes in the months to come:


Dear Senator Christopher Dodd,

On behalf of young Democrats across the state of Connecticut, please accept our deepest thanks from The Connecticut Young Democrats for your years of tireless service.  You have been our greatest champion in the highest halls of American political influence for over thirty years, and we cannot thank you enough for all of your work on behalf of the great state of Connecticut.   We are appreciative for your countless hours of service as a statesman, humanitarian, and champion of Nutmeggers and all Americans. 

You fought to protect working families by authoring the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and sought to defend the youth with the founding of the Senate Children's Caucus.  You challenged the financial industry to change unethical and predatory practices through the Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility, and Disclosure Act of 2009, and you lead the fight for Health Care Reform after the unfortunate passing of the Senate's Lion, The Honorable Senator Ted Kennedy.

Your years of public service and dedication to the greater good serves as a model for young people looking to make a lasting impact on Connecticut and across the nation.   We are confident your diligent work ethic, influence, and commitment will persevere in your future endeavors.  The Connecticut Young Democrats look forward to your continued championing of the ideals and principles of democracy.

Sincerely  

The Connecticut Young Democrats
 

DODD WILL NOT SEEK REELECTION IN 2010

BREAKING, 12:06AM: Longtime Connecticut Senator Christopher J. Dodd will announce Wednesday that he will not seek a sixth term, the Washington Post reports. The incumbent Democrat, who was first elected to the Senate in 1980 and is currently chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, faced increasingly vocal opposition from Republicans, and even some Democrats, for his involvement in the financial crisis and subprime mortgage scandal. Dodd's announcement comes one day after Democratic Senator Byron Dorgan announced that he would not seek re-election in North Dakota. The two Democratic retirements are the first to be announced just days into what is shaping up to be a challenging year for Congressional Democrats.