Joe Courtney Wins Election in 2nd Congressional District

After an extensive recount, Rep.-elect Joe Courtney (D-CT) has secured his seat in the 110th Congress, ousting six year incumbent Rep. Rob Simmons (R-CT). Rep. Simmons has served his district well during his tenure, and has been a staunch defender of traditional conservative principles, including strong national defense and the protection of our natural heritage. The margin of victory in this election, a mere 90 votes, should encourage Simmons to run again in 2008 and continue to be a voice for principled Republicanism in Congress. With the apparent dearth of viable Republican U. S. Senate candidates in Connecticut, Simmons should also consider this option in 2010.

Nevertheless, Rep.-elect Courtney should be congratulated for his victory. Courtney's name is not unfamiliar to me, as I pass his law office frequently while I am home in Connecticut and it is good to have such local representation in Congress. The Canadian-American wishes him a productive term in the 110th Congress.