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Today's Poll: Do you think it was a good idea for Bill Cox to change parties?

By Howard B. Owens
Chris Charvella

Mary,

This case is a little strange on that front. Bill is a Republican, but he was elected on the Democratic and Conservative lines.

From what I've seen of Mr. Cox, he tends to act and vote independently of party affiliation. I've always respected the way he seems to look at every issue individually and his willingness to go it alone if he feels it's necessary.

I'm sure the Conservative Party is happy to have him, but 'No Party Affiliation' may have been the best choice for him.

Jun 29, 2010, 9:38am Permalink
C. M. Barons

Unlike Arlen Specter, Nancy Riley, Barney Giese, Paul R. D’Amato and Rodney Tom, who bailed on the GOP after reviewing voter demographics, Bill’s decision appears an act of conscience.

I would be inclined to agree with Mary Del Plato if this were a scenario as with Rep. Parker Griffith (R-Ala., formerly D-Ala.) or the Steve Pigeon/Pedro Espada/B. Thomas Golisano Senate coup. It is neither.

Jun 29, 2010, 10:39am Permalink
Charlie Mallow

Bill was elected dispite being a Republican. He lost the Republican primary and ran as a Democrat and Conservative. He was elected by Democrats and Conservatives. Whether you agree with his politics or not, Bill belongs in the Conservative party. He is doing nothing but, being true to himself and the people who elected him.

Personaly I'm pretty proud of Bill right now. It was very tough for him to leave the Republican party but, he did what was right for him. I really don't see this as a negative for the Republicans either. Bill really didn't fit.

Jun 29, 2010, 12:12pm Permalink

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