Lieberman endorses Bolton
NEW YORK - Connecticut Sen. Joe Lieberman on Monday endorsed controversial Bush appointee John Bolton for a permanent slot at the United Nations - putting him at odds once again with Democrats and his Senate colleague, Chris Dodd.
Dodd, D-Conn., is the leading critic of Bolton, the controversial envoy Bush sent to the U.N. on a temporary ambassadorship after Democrats and some key Republicans balked at nominating him.
"I see no reason not to be for Bolton," Lieberman told a meeting of the New York Daily News editorial board.
"Based on his capabilities - and now based on his performance - I believe Bolton is well-qualified," he said.
"I think he's been a good negotiator and a good spokesman. He deserves to have a vote. I think he deserves to be confirmed."
Bolton's recess appointment expires at the end of the year and he will need Senate approval to remain as U.N. ambassador.
1 Comments:
What is the source of his continuing popularity in such a liberal state? What am I missing?
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