The best part of that interview with Fund is that Thompson clearly gets it when it comes to federalism. The Senate voted 99-1 to impose a federal BAC of .08 when driving and Thompson was the one to vote against it because it's a state issue, not a federal one. Common sense really, but apparently it went over the head of the other 99 senators who were more worried about "voting for drunk driving" than respecting federalism. He also voted against a ton of other bills that were clear abuses of the interstate commerce clause. I could really get behind this guy.
"The best part of that interview with Fund is that Thompson clearly gets it when it comes to federalism. The Senate voted 99-1 to impose a federal BAC of .08 when driving and Thompson was the one to vote against it because it's a state issue, not a federal one. Common sense really, but apparently it went over the head of the other 99 senators who were more worried about "voting for drunk driving" than respecting federalism. He also voted against a ton of other bills that were clear abuses of the interstate commerce clause. I could really get behind this guy."
WOW...the more I learn about Fred the more I like him!!! A Republican with guts - a rare breed these days. I'm impressed.
Thanks for the info -- that's very interesting. His support of CFR is extremely troubling. However, his demonstrated support of federalism is hugely positive.