I like this guy alot - have more respect for him than any other Senator that comes to mind. I think his style is to stay one layer behind leadership - "the mind behind the front man." I like him much better than Hatch (and I generally like Hatch). McConnell is an unsung hero.
100 refrigerated trucks carrying ice waited 12 days in Alabama (instead of delivering to Katrina victims), then one driver tooks his load to Massachusetts. One driver earned 15 grand for this CF.
Next thing, Dorgan will advocate for MORE federal government.
Just saw this post about MCConnell...and I agree with you!!