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Wanted: A Backbone for Congressman Davis

Davis Continues to Recklessly Adhere To His Political Party’s Talking Points

In response to Governor Pritzker’s call for the Illinois delegation to stand up and condemn the president peddling conspiracies that a 75-year-old peaceful protester in Buffalo, who was shoved to the ground and left bleeding from the head, is Antifa, Congressman Rodney Davis once again refused to stand up to the administration or his political party.

WCIA: …We asked Congressman Davis for a response to what Governor Pritzker said and in a written statement his office responded saying “I’ve said before that the president should tweet less.” [25:42 mark]

Reminder: Last week, Congressman Davis also refused to condemn the administration’s use of force against peaceful protestors exercising their First Amendment rights, despite widespread condemnation from faith leaders, Republicans, and Democrats.

Statement from DCCC Spokesperson Courtney Rice:

“If anyone in Illinois finds an extra spine laying around, please deliver to Congressman Rodney Davis. It’s clear he’s lost his.”

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