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It is the right call REPUBLICANS got it right ....probably since OBAMA took office. This shows how both parties are more corrupted....caring more about themselves and their family.

Hey Republicants . . . how 'bout you all clean up your OWN backyard before you start pointing fingers at the Democrats! Ensign, Vitter, Colburn et al . . . . we'd take your outrage at congressional corruption muchmore seriously if it wasn't so obvious that it's ALL anti-Obama rhetoric with you guys!

... let's see – a year ago was October ... the GOP was still nominally in charge and really in charge before that ... and did nothing ... as usual .... guess they were too busy with Mark Foley ...

rangel .... dodd.... two of the biggest crooks in washington... ok america turn your heads,,,,dont hold them accountable....ugh....

That's why we need term limits. Two terms and you can't run
again. Another thing, Congress wants to control the pay grade
of CEO's, but Congress just gave themselves a 6% increased.
We need to vote on their pay raises.

Yes please people stop voting these crooks into office. Stop looking at the (R) or (D) next to their names and blindly voting. And for pete sake, stop pretending the party you love (either side) is immune from problems and it's only ever the other side. There are good people on both sides but there are plenty of bad ones too. Get these people out of office. If they won't put in term limits on themselves then we need to enforce it.

Hey republicans get your own removed from office , get rid of your own losers before tying to get Democrats run out of office.....do we have to name them for you (Ensign and Sanford)..........

When Ensign, Vitter and the rest of the GOP hypocrites step down pending investigations into their own sordid affairs (pun intended) then Rangel should follow suit. There's enough smearing going around for everybody.

It shouldn't matter what side of the aisle they're on – let's be consistent. The problem is things are so polarized that they spend more time throwing stones and worrying about positioning themselves for the next election than addressing the critical problems facing this country.

Term limits, baby, term limits. Have a nice day!

Hypocrisy at it's highest. Censure a guy from the other party for the spoken word but stand behind an unethical democrat. What shame. Unfortunately if it were reversed republicans would likely do the same. They all need to go and term limits need to be invoked.

Charlie, use the republican excuse when they are in trouble.

Keep repeating, "God spoke to me and said use the money for the good works of the Lord".

Repeat, until you think the citizens actually believe it!

Has G"NO"P Senator Ensign and Gov. Mark Sanford resigned yet? Repubklians talking of ethics violation....yeah, right...pot meet kettle!!

Interesting that people actually justify Rangels actions by bringing up the wrong that the GOP has committed. Wrong is wrong people. These politicians....all of them, should be held accountable. To do anything other than that is stupid on our part and criminal on the part of the House.

I can't believe that the republicans on here have the nerve to tell Rangel to step down when you applaud one of your own for calling the President of the United States a liar!! Well, you gave your opinion and now here is mine, go back to the whole you came from. I can say this because I am a formal republican who can't stand the what the brand stands for now. It is totally disgusting!

It is truly shameful that the clowns in the House can overwhelmingly (by party line vote) put this under the table, but stop at nothing to say "the Republicans are obstructing health-care."

What's more shameful are the lemmings that repeat that mantra on here after buying it hook line and sinker from the Dem propaganda machine instead of using their brains and realizing that the Dems have huge majorities in both houses and a president that will sign anything that crosses his desk. Yet, they still can't get it done.

Keystone Cops anyone?

Oh-boy, another Repub distraction...
– They have no ideas on healthcare so they deflect.
– They have no new ideas to improve the economy, so they dance.
– They only use morals when it suits their motives, it's disgusting.
– It's time to govern, time to earn your money.

Mike Ensign – that's where the embarassment will be. Republicans better push him out before 2010 comes along.

It's amazing how many democrats who cheat on their taxes are directly involved in collecting those same taxes from the rest of us.

Ha, ha, the ethically-challenged Democrats will protect their own. Whether it is Murtha or Rangel, no Democrat will have anything happen to him or her in Pelosi's House. So much for the most ethical Congress in history.

I'm with the party of Moral and Values....I vote for people like Sanford and Ensign.

I'm a total moron who thinks republicans have values!

Now for 3 more years of "committee" GJ dems on stepping up and setting examples! Just bash repubs

Gee a republican jerk citing Ethics??? Whats wrong with that corrupt picture? Of course they are the authority on bad ethics!

Oh by the way, while we are on the subject of ethics, where are the receipts from where Saint Sarah of the Silly donated her RNC purchased glad rags? She was going to donate them so there would be no ethics violation.

Anyone?

Guess that is why she quit public office, no ethics and no need to return the clothes.

You know that moral pillar of the republicans that the wing nuts want to run for President in 2012.

The GOP threw alot of charges on Bill Clinton as well. When it came down to the wire during the impeachment trials all the GOP had left was his lie about getting some oral from Monica. They impeached him for it but he stayed in office while GOPers Newt & Livingston resigned in disgrace for the very thing Clinton did with Monica. The while thing from start to finish cost the American tax payer somewhere in the high millions. Its been a year now since they started investigating Charlie Rangal and they have gotten nada. So because the GOP cant nail him on anything hes charged with hes supposed to step down until they can? Sounds like its business as usual for the GOP, talkin loud & sayin nuthin.

Republicans, you should know by now that it doesn't matter what crimes are committed by democrats because they never promised ethical/moral behaviors. It's only if you are republican that crimes are punishable by the US congress.

Why is there no one calling for Ensign to resign. The party of morales should be calling for this themselves.

Rangel is as rotten and corrupt as they come and should be thrown out of office and so, of course, the democrats love him and won't even remove him as Chairman of a committee.

The democrat party stands for lying, thieving, disgusting corruption.

THe fact that this guy isn't in jail is amazing. Also, it is amazing that CNN posted this so low on the ticker, not even on the front web page. Yet, when Ensign and Sanford are caught having affairs, all over the web!

So the ethics committee, controlled by dems has sat on this for a year, and when some action is being attempted, which one would think Rangel if innocent would welcome, is shunted back to that committee does that not smell of a conspiracy by Rangel and the house Dems. Politics in this country is totally corrupt and it is both parties doing it.

This is the guy writing our taxes, unbelievable! Thanks democrats.

This is just another example of the blatant disregard of just doing what is right. How ever far removed from us you believe our elected leaders are, you're not even close.

They want Rangel to step down "temorarily", why don't they tell Ensign to step down "temporarily" during his ethics investigation..Seems to me the republicans are after anyone and everyone they think they can get..How about investigating ethics when republicans are selling their votes against the American people.Is there a law against selling your votes? Seems to me that is what is happening, maybe wrong.

He hasn't paid taxes on 1.3 million. He has paid no fines. He claims he didn't know he had to report some of the income while forgetting to file others. Any citizen would be in jail or have their wages garnished. He is the head of the committee that writes the tax laws. How can you head a committee that you either don't understand or think any laws are not applicable to you? Not to mention him using rent controlled property for his offices. Wouldn't poor people stand to use that better? Democrats blast republicans for cheating on their wives while this guy is breaking the very laws he is suppose to write. Where is the outrage. Pelosi promised to have this investigation completed by Nov 2008. They will bring charges against a republican in the blink of an eye but protect their own.

Vote out any incumbents and vote in independents. These crooks don't represent us.

Is it me or do Democrats never take advantage of great situations given to them? The Republicans did such a terrible job running this country that the Democrats found themselves with a super majority and what do they do? They keep creating new taxes, raising existing taxes, keep a man as head of the committee for writing tax laws who cheated on his own taxes and ignore any sense of reason. Uggghh...what a mess! They have created no jobs, can't make a decision in Afghanistan where the soldiers are paying the price and keep printing money we don't have. This almost makes me wish for the mess I knew under the Bush administration.

Funny how the GOP call on Charlie Rangle to step down for what may be simple, although really stupid negligence, but have completely turned a blind eye to what clearly appears to be highly improper (not to mention morally reprehensible and disgusting) conduct by John Ensign. The Republicans, purportedly the party of "family values", is nothing but a bunch of pathetic hypocrites!

Charlie Rangel is the face of the democrat party, congrats

Rangel shouldn't step down. He should be impeached, charged and imprisioned.

If anyone knows about the absence of ethics, it's the Republicans.

He's not a victim of a smear campaign. He's guilty of being a hypocritical liar.

Both parties are so corrupt. How do dems not get Rangel out???? THIS IS WHY WE CAN'T GIVE THEM MORE POWER, CONTROL AND TAX DOLLARS! They fight for their own parties, not for citizens!!! Do you understand now, why we say less govt. now!!

The Ethics Committee is a joke !
Lets refresh our Republic with new representatives all around.

Gee how come the republicans are all over Rangel but DID NOT ONE DARN THING done to Vitter, Frist and now Ensign....guess it's that letter after your name....if you have a D the republicans go for the juggler, but if it happens to be an R.....the hear nothing, see nothing, and speak nothing. Poor old republicans how more loathesome can they get.

The Democrats should get him to resign and then appoint somebody like Dennis Kucinich or Al Franken to the post. (be careful what you wish for)

...just another democorrupt politician... there are two kinds of democrats: ones who have been caught, and ones who haven't...

the GOP was to score points? get real.
C street anyone?

Democrats here seem to not care at all where or how our money is spent. I'm amazed as such childish irresponsibility, but then again, I see that the the resolution against Rangle failed. Rangle is a crook, with way too much power with his record. I truely believe that the Democrat Party is completely corrupt now and their only motive is greed. Dont get me wrong, there's corruption in both parties, but I expected more from the Democrats and their vow towards ethics. More broken promises.

I didnt know when the Dems ran on the "culture of corruption" platform they were talking about themselves. Rangel has NO BUISNESS being on the ways and means chair if he cant even pay his own taxes. But the Dems are Drunk with power so we get a whole slew of criminals running this government.

When Ensign steps down, then Mr. Rangel can think about it!

Quote – US Tax Dollars armed them and trained them. It only seems fitting that US tax dollars (and innocent, ignorant US children) should now be wasted to remove them.
Sheesh, read a book.

totally neutral, what are you talking about??

Let's not be selective in who we investigate. I agree if violations have occured/proven then he should step down. But we can also say the same for Gov Sanford and Senator Ensign. Fair is Fair Repubs.

Even as a liberal Democrat I think Rangel needs to step down.

I cannot believe the republicans out of all people are moving to cite someone on ethics violations. This is absurd. Maybe if this had happened at a different time I could understand. But amidst all of these republican affairs, lies, bribery, office abandonment, racist posters and propaganda? As wrong as charlie rangel may be, guess what? Im givin him a pass..

How can they do this. Nancy Pelosi has been investigating for a year and has not issued her decision yet. Could it be that the Republicans know how Nancy Pelosi's investigations go? Nothing will come of it, liberals are hypocrites and commit ethics frauds and other frauds (ACORN/SEIU) and when found out, just say it is racism. That is the way libs operate. Always blame someone else.

Oh Yeah, Nancy Pelosi was going to "Drain the Swamp" to turn this Congress into the most honest and open Congress in history. What a JOKE.

Rangel is an embarrassment and a crook. Pelosi would do well to remember her pledge to preside over the most ethical congress. She has done nothing to rid the party of corruption. I'm afraid this, and numerous other scandals, will only be the downfall of the party. It seems neither side can learn of their mistakes.

Carter is a shameless partisan showboat who wants to sentence Rangel before he is found guilty of anything. Even six Republicans realized this was a political stunt and voted against it. Let the Ethics Committee finish its investigation without partisan interference. Don't Republicans have more important issues to address such as reducing the national debt, reducing the size of government, and improving the economy?

Could everyone please note that "House Democrats responded by voting to shut off debate and instead send the resolution to the House Ethics Committee, where the matter has sat for a year."

In other words, they can pass a resolution in thirty minutes about Wilson's two word out-burst, but will sit on on growing evidence of ethics violations by one of their own.

Hypocrites.

"Do as I say, don't do as I do", says Charlie when knocking down a beer one night shortly after meeting with his accountant.
How is it that we all have to live by one set of rules and the guy that makes the rules gets to live by another set and the guys and gals he works with say "it's okay Charlie, we all do it".

I know... Let's remove Rangel, and then let's investigate EVERY Republican to see where they have mis-stepped. I have no problem with removing a guy who has been less than forthcoming about his money, real estate, and other issues. Let's get rid of him. But, let's hold the Republicans under the same microscope. Let's hold ALL of our Senators and Congressmen under the same magnification. How many would withstand that kind of scrutiny? Rangel is the low-hanging fruit. Let's go after all the corruption. Now that would be change we can believe in...

Charles Rangel should have stepped aside a long time ago. He is doing more damage than good to the Democratic Party and to his own legacy. He no longer has a reputation to preserve. With the massive cloud of corruption hanging over his head he cannot eb effective. It is time he put aside his own ego and do what is right fro his party and his constituents.

Before anyone in New York State gives any consideration to this congressman from Texas request maybe Texans should start asking their governor to step down. He has done nothing but trouble and sent an innocent man to be executed.

Being a democrat in Comgress means you never have to say you're sorry for breaking the law and the media will cover for you too.

the GOP complaining about ethics??

hahahahahaha. that's too funny. cat, meet kettle.

Rangel was caught breaking the law, from all appearances. This does not seem to be a witch hunt mounted by the political right; he did this to himself by "forgetting" to claim income from business matters from which he was aware he was benefiting.

It would behoove the situation for him to voluntarily recuse himself from the Chairmanship's postiion until the matter is settled. At the very least, he would be setting a high example if he did so.

Rangel should step down when Ensign steps down.

This shouldn't be political. If he is corrupt all members of congress should vote to remove him if he's clean let him stay. There is no in between.

Charlie Rangel is a crook and should be put in jail. If an ordinary citizen even came close to not paying his taxs for years, he would be thrown in jail so fast his head would spin. This man has no shame. The Democrates are protecting him...to think we have elected these people....shame on us too!!

A fitting successor to Adam Clayton Powell. I guess 'smear campaign' is what Democrats call the truth.

The Republicans never remember anything!

Get rid of Rangel and Republicans will lose even more minority votes in coming elections.

What it is all about is the Republicans don't have any new or workable ideas for solving our country's problems.

So they are using their time for junk like this.

So much for Pelosi ethical congress when she allows crooks like Charlie Rangel to remain in office. Does this mean I get a green light to cheat on my taxes like the Dem's do?

Only in America will people vote to keep the person in charge of committees on taxes when it has been revealed that they owe well over $1Million in back taxes. If I am off by $20 I risk going to jail and am fined, gotta love this great country we live in!!!

Oh, well if we are going to start using ethics as a qualification, that means there will be no more GOP. The GOP is the most criminal and unethical cult of masochists this country has ever seen, with the Taliban and Al Qaeda coming in a distant second.

It just goes to show how crooked politicians are...Republican or Democrat. Rangel should have been ousted from that position AND Congress years ago. He is the definition of a slimy crook. The House squashing the resolution shows just how corrupt they are as well.

Amazing that the Democrats are supporting this crook! Do I think the race card is involved, you betcha!!! Democrats your ship is sinking. How can anyone democrat, republican or liberal say that this is ok what this man did!!! He doesn't pay his taxes but is in charge of our tax laws!! Maybe everyone should refuse to pay taxes until ths crook and Geithner are done with. Ms. Pelosi, all I have to say to you is YOU LIE!!! you said this congress would be the best and most transparent.... YOU LIE!!!

One cannot expect a man with no integrity to do the right thing.

Classic example, Bill Clinton, Mark Sanford, Ensign and other men who have failed in their first pledge to honor their bride, have failed society also. As elected officials, they should admit first to God and then to themselves that they are liars in the fundamental sense of the word. Liar = one who does not tell the truth. "I did not have sex with that woman". I make a mistake just doesn't cut it, with me anyway.

Not trying to be self-righteouss, just honest. If Mr. Rangel had any
decency, even one ounce of judgement that was not self-serving, he would not have evaded his taxes, and he would resign now, having
lost the trust and positive influence of many many many Americans.

If you have to file 3 amended tax returns, in addition to the original return you filed, then there is no "media smear campaign", you are a tax cheat. The only reason it's taking a year is it's taking the Democrats that long to figure out a way to quash the investigation.

Although I do not agree with Rangel, perhaps the GOP should clean their own ethical affairs first (Ensign, Vitter) before they hypocritically project onto to others? It might give the Party of No more credibility.

Hey, Nancy...is this the way to run your House?

In my opinion we need to investigate all of the politicians. It is amazing to me how so many make accusations then become entangled in their own ethics issue.

If all the people in Congress had to step down who had questionable ehtics, that would be one empty building!

First, Ensign, Colburn and everyone else that thinks they are above the law need to go too.

Why don't we get rid of everyone that voted to start the Iraq War. Now THAT is criminal. War Crimes time!!!!!!

Funny how Rangel is a complete thief but Pelosi will not let anything happen to him..

House votes to kill resolution to oust New York's Charlie Rangel as head of Ways and Means Committee after reading laundry list of alleged wrongdoing.

Yes, instead of the DUMocRATS cleaning house, they decide to protect a clear CORRUPT politician who has committed multiple criminal acts.

Yea, some change?

The Republicans wouldn't know ethical behavior if it bit them on the butt, so they have no room to talk. This just shows how childish they're being.

Ethics? Really? How much ethical behavior have we seen from either party lately? Gimme a break. Have a nice day!

Name one honest Congressional leader in Washington? Anyone? anyone? They are all filling their pockets with special interest money and favors. Leaving the American taxpayer to pay.

Monkey see monkey do! thats the politicians philosophy! Because the democrates are going for Ensign now you have to go for Rangel? how pathetic nothing will be done on the economy because of politicking day in day out!

Of course dems will protect him. the only time they believe in right or wrong is when its a republican who is corupt.

Not only does he need to resign his post permanently, he needs to be thrown out all together. Tax evasion should NOT be tolerated from those raising our taxes.

The Democrats need to be careful here. Rangel is in trouble and should at least step aside while an investigation is conducted. Leaving him there shows a double-standard that they would never allow if this were a Republican.

I hate politicians.

Having Charlie Rangel in Congress is hypocritical and corrupt. This makes the Democrats and Nancy Pelosi look corrupt too.

There is not one person in this nation who is not a Democrat that is as evil, hateful, dishonest, self-centered, reckless, and mean spirited as Charlie Rangel.

To hear the things he said about Bush, knowing the things that he has done and supported, it is beyond hypocritical it is just downright Democratic.

Democrats will go on about the fake ethics charges against Palin and other great Americans who have what democrats lack, morals and values, Yet these Democrats will never ever speak a negative word against the worst crooks in America like Rangel. God wont judge him on his tax fraud, he will be judged like every other Democrat, on the continuing plan of holding back the less fortunate in America for poltiical gain, it is beyond evil.

term limits would mitigate the type of institutional graft that folks like Rangel shame us with.

What are the dems doing about this guy?