◼ Vulnerable Democrats Distance Themselves From Obama after State of the Union - TIME
◼ Rep. Henry Waxman to retire from Congress - LA Times
◼ DEM CASUALTY LIST GROWS
Each week, it seems another Democrat lawmaker announces their retirement from Congress. On Thursday, Rep. Henry Waxman (D-CA) joined the growing list. It is only January, but 11 Democrat lawmakers have said they are quitting at the end of this current term.... All the lawmakers, with the exception of Owens had a lot of seniority and would have been in line for Chairman gavels on important committees if Democrats took control of Congress. The retirements could be an indication of how unlikely they think that is.
◼ Pelosi Next? - National Journal
