There is no dignity in the House.
Small children, babies, antsy tots. . .all sitting in the House while the vote is taken.
The House is a place where serious business is done affecting the greatest nation on earth. Bringing in babies, tots and children adds nothing and is a disruption.
Historic moment selecting a speaker? Sure. But a baby/tot/child is not in awe of the process and is basically a prop.
What’s next? I forecast a House member during regular business running the floor and holding her baby in her arms.
Seriously.
Suprised Boehner didn't offer to nurse one of the tots.
All the members are sworn in today, before the Speaker vote. The families are allowed to be on the floor for that ceremonial purpose. It’s the only time that happens. Lighten up.