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“In some ways, there’s merit to not having a member run,” said Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo., speaking of the House Freedom Caucus, to which she belongs.

How House Conservatives Are Approaching Boehner’s Successor Race



Conservatives are not known for patience. A do-it-now, uncompromising mentality has helped the Tea Party topple former House Majority Leader Eric Cantor, and now, Speaker John Boehner.

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But just as they seem at the peak of their powers, conservatives are taking a step back, and taking a cautious, slow approach to upcoming leadership elections that will define the future of the House. Conservatives of the House Freedom Caucus — whose 40 or so members helped expedite Boehner’s retirement — have decided for now to not push for one of their own to seek a leadership role in the House, including speaker. More...


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