"His tireless constituent outreach, low-key, non-ideological demeanor and centrist voting record has earned plaudits from traditionally Republican-leaning interest groups."
"Walt is a complete maverick. He is fiercely independent – which is what he told voters he would be. He has a very good case to make that he did what he said he would do."
"Minnick says federal bail-outs are the same as socialism"
"Minnick's business experience should be an asset, as Congress monitors the federal government's attempts to reverse the recession."
"He is a Democrat with solid roots in the business community. He started and successfully ran two businesses. He has an impressive educational resume, with degrees from Whitman College, Harvard Business School and Harvard Law School."
"The National Rifle Association would like to thank Congressman Minnick, whose leadership helped fix a provision that would have criminalized millions of law-abiding Americans – including many hunters and sportsmen in Idaho."
"Minnick [has] the intelligence and the life experience for the job ahead."
"Idaho Democrat not afraid to blaze his own trail"
"Congressman Minnick understands that to be effective, we need an economic stimulus that can be implemented immediately and that does not keep spending federal taxpayer dollars for years to come. We appreciate Congressman Minnick's willingness to put aside politics and work in the best interest of America's job creators."
"Early in the 111th Congress, Rep. Minnick has shown leadership and a willingness to work with the business community. His votes thus far have demonstrated an appreciation of the importance of American commerce and protecting free enterprise."
"Minnick is the best choice for Idahoans looking for practical leadership in uncertain times."
"Walt Minnick’ Idaho values, experience as a business and community leader and commitment to bringing people together to solve problems make him an independent, effective voice for change for Idaho's families."
"When people hear his reasoning, they may not agree (and he pointedly told them he respected them too much to ask them to change their opinion) they appreciate his sincerity and authenticity. This hasn't been an easy time or vote for him, but I know and respect Walt and his was a principled stand."
"Minnick has a firm grasp on the biggest challenges ahead, but he also is a realist when it comes to how much Congress can accomplish as the nation heads into a near-certain recession."
"November's election of Democratic Rep. Walt Minnick have revived the put-Idaho-first ethic that spanned the 34 years bridged by McClure, Republican Sen. Len Jordan and Democratic Sen. Frank Church."
"You, Congressman Minnick, I don't know how you got into the Capitol. I have no idea how you got into the Capitol. You make far too much sense."
"Minnick will give Idaho clout with D.C. majority"
"Minnick, a newcomer to elected politics, has a CEO's background. Not surprisingly, he is skeptical of the government's growing role in propping failing businesses -- such as, most recently, the U.S. automakers."
"Minnick has a clear independent streak. He’s a former Nixon administration aide turned Democrat, and his allegiance with the fiscally conservative Democratic Blue Dog Caucus signals he will look beyond party orthodoxy on spending issues."
"Minnick brings independent streak to D.C."
"Walt Minnick is a rarity in conservative Idaho. But his views are more in line with his state than his party."
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