The fact that he is a democrat is a huge issue in that his voting record is more conservative than many Republicans. If he elects to run for the Senate he has the potential to beat Mike Lee. He won a close race against conservative Republican Mia Love.
Who did he vote for to be Speaker in the House?
Heh, am a Tea Party member and am wondering just why everyone is up in arms? Just what did I say that was so un-Republican (although I almost despise Republicans as much as Democrats - as they always pursue money interests over constituents...same as Democrats! Only the blind will notice the difference. I have become a Libertarian lately and really wish the Republicans well as the Democrats have taken control of things lately!