I respectfully disagree. Hastert has gotten more legislation passed than his predecessor if I remember correctly. I don't have time to verify specifics, and I'm sorry for taking an opinion without more to back me up. I just remember more than one House member commenting on how effective he's turned out to be.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not a big Hastert fan and I disagree with many things he's done in the past. I'm just suggesting he is not as bad as the perception he seems to project. I really think we need more information before condemning him.
As I said, Hastert is more of a manager than an advocate. As such, he comes across as ineffective or not a team player on some issues. Add in his obvious lack of charisma and he does not interview well nor does he seem to have an effective personality.
Yes, Coach Hastert has his warts, but envision a House under Madam Pelosi. That stark choice may be what saves the day this November.
I am a huge advocate for Hastert, but for future television appearances, send Boehner, for God's sake.