When you look at today`s Rat Senators, it`s really hard to find one that is any great thinker. Matbe Joe on terrorism but the rest are real lightweights. Not a Scoop Jackson or Monahian in this bunch.
Monyihan was one of my favorites too.
I also liked Wellstone. Did not like his views, but I respected him as a person.
I can't think of a single rat senator that I like.
Or even William Proxmire with his "Golden Fleece Awards". Where are the people to replace them?