Not my title :( I thought this was good but somehow this article isn't getting positive response.
Then you should insert the word "state" in brackets.
I think it's a nice gesture, and I think he's going to be important in getting those in his district to vote Republican in the next elections. :o)
For what it's worth, I think it's a good thing when people speak up for a good cause. The USA will be better off when (or if) Democrats decide to compete on the bases of performance and integrity rather than complaining and obstruction. Small steps in the right direction should be met with encouragement.