Representative John Shimkus (R-IL 19th)
7th-term Republican from Illinois.
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Republican lack of cooperation on HCR and Wilson outburst

To:
Rep. John Shimkus

September 10, 2009

 Dear Mr. Shimkus:

As a constituent who does not share your political philosophy and as a result, gets little representation from you, I want to make you aware of the cementing perception of the Republican party as a whole. The president's speech last night was compelling. He came across has having the best interests of the country at heart.

Conversely the Republican preference for the interest of Insurance companies over consumers was on full display last night. Joe Wilson's disrespect was appalling and he should be censured before congress. It is actually the Republicans who have been perpetuating and fabricating HCR lies to score political points and to maintain the status quo.

I would hope that you take into consideration the people in your district who have suffered at the hands of the insurance industry and who have lost jobs and cannot afford private policies. You have many constituents who are well able to distinguish the difference between productive cooperation and political posturing. Please do your part to help the president reform health care.

Effingham , IL

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