Wasn’t running for re-election
by Brian Leubitz
Rep. Cardoza was out of a seat after redistricting, and rather than running against Jim Costa, a fellow moderate Democrat, chose not to run for re-election. Today he announced that he’ll be jumping ship right away.
Citing sensitive family needs, Rep. Dennis Cardoza, D-Merced, has tendered his immediate resignation from the House of Representatives. The surprisingly timed departure takes effect at midnight Wednesday. (SacBee)
Given that the Republicans have a large majority as it is, I’m not sure this makes that big of a difference going forward in the House. However, the early retirement six months before his scheduled date was a bit of a surprise.
UPDATE: And right away he gets a job as a lobbyist. Awesome system.
It appears your update explains the post. And you’re so right: Is this a great system or what? I vote for “or what.”
I know several bills have been introduced into Congress to stop this revolving door. Too bad none of them passed. I wish somebody would introduce one that would remove all their government-paid benefits if representatives do this. Now that’s a piece of legislation I could get behind!