Deborah Solomon, New York Times Magazine Q&A extraordinaire, has Congressman Joseph Cao for a sit down in this Sunday's edition. And as we've become accustomed to as of late during interviews with the congressman, the Q&A is heavily focused on his recent vote in favor of the House health-care reform bill earlier this month. Cao was the only Republican to do so.
Cao said while he's felt intense heat from across the United States because of the vote, no Republican leaders have "scolded" him -- not even minority whip Eric Cantor, who had stated at a rally that not a single member of the GOP would vote in favor of the bill.
"Actually, I just had lunch with Eric Cantor down here in New Orleans, and he was very supportive of who I am and what I have to do to represent the district," Cao said. "He fully understands the politics of the district."
Cao goes on to say that his votes come from his gut and personal conviction, not out of politics. In fact, Cao said the only reason he became a Republican was "because of their strong pro-life stance."
Later, Cao has an amusing tale of school in Indiana at 8 years old, fresh off the boat from Vietnam. While his age said he should have been a third grader, he was put in first grade instead. He said it wasn't difficult.
"I am petite and I looked quite young. I’m 5-foot-2. Now I look 18, even though I’m 42."
popseal said on November 22, 2009 at 4:40 PM
Right, I'm glad he is pro-life rather than pro-death (choice). Nevertheless, we need representitives that are anti-communist and not willing to support the nefarious Marxist in the White House or any of his reptilian politburo!
popseal said on November 22, 2009 at 4:41 PM
correction...represent(a)tives
cookie62 said on November 26, 2009 at 8:36 PM
Anh Joseph Cao is no Republican He's a Republicrat. Traitor to the Republican party. Enjoy the next year or so in office, you will be voted out soon. You sold out your constituents and you sold out your Party. Mary Landrieu is no better. Most expensive hoa on capitol hill. Listen to your constituents Mary and VOTE NO ON THE HEALTH CARE REFORM.
ravforu said on November 28, 2009 at 4:22 PM
Cao is not a Republicrat and Obama's not a Marxist and if you have Faith you should know that you should "Obey the government, for God is the one who has put it there. There is no government anywhere that God has not placed in power" Romans 13:1. If you believe in Jesus teachings there is no other interpretation for he accepted his fate at the hands of the Sanhedrin and the Romans. Your choice is to accept God's decision in placing the rulers in place currently and stop meddling with his universe.