Rush supports Burris decision not to seek re-election

CHICAGO - Today, U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush (IL-01) released the following statement regarding Sen. Roland Burris’ decision not to seek re-election:

"Roland Burris has served the people of Illinois well. I understand his decision not to seek election for a full term in the U.S. Senate. I also recognize how difficult it must have been for him to raise money and organize a viable campaign given the tainted political jacket he was forced to wear by his critics.  Today’s announcement means that the possibility of the Democrats maintaining a veto-proof majority, at a time when health care and energy legislation are top priorities, is now in jeopardy.   Burris is the only African-American currently serving in the Senate and the prospect of an African American serving in the senate, in 2010, is slim. Roland has had a long and distinguished career in the public and private sectors and I wish him well."

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