<p>Kevin McCarthy was nominated by the Republicans on Tuesday, January 3 to be Speaker of the House. Three times. And again three more times on Wednesday, and more on Thursday and Friday. None of the first fourteen votes however, could he garner enough votes to win. Does this constitute a crisis? Will the Republicans be branded as unproductive as a result? In a word, NO. Tim explains why this democratic exercise isn't so bad.</p>

Kevin McCarthy was nominated by the Republicans on Tuesday, January 3 to be Speaker of the House. Three times. And again three more times on Wednesday, and more on Thursday and Friday. None of the first fourteen votes however, could he garner enough votes to win. Does this constitute a crisis? Will the Republicans be branded as unproductive as a result? In a word, NO. Tim explains why this democratic exercise isn't so bad.

Is Slow Speaker Selection a Crisis? No! Not Even Close.

Tim Constantine broadcasts from Washington DC to listeners all across the United States. He combines his background in TV and Radio, his experience in public office, his controversial fall from grace and his hard-nose business approach with his understated sense of humor for one of the most entertaining radio programs anywhere.

\Constantine has the unique position among Talk's elite as having been on the other side of the interview microphone almost as much as he's been the one asking the questions. His conservative approach doesn't stop him from questioning the motives and effectiveness of politicians of all stripes. Never mean, but always seeking truth and accuracy, Constantine is a breath of fresh air in today's world of mindless talking points from the left or the right.

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Tim Constantine broadcasts from Washington DC to listeners all across the United States. He combines his background in TV and Radio, his experience in public office, his controversial fall from grace and his hard-nose business approach with his understated sense of humor for one of the most entertaining radio programs anywhere. \Constantine has the unique position among Talk's elite as having been on the other side of the interview microphone almost as much as he's been the one asking the questions. His conservative approach doesn't stop him from questioning the motives and effectiveness of politicians of all stripes. Never mean, but always seeking truth and accuracy, Constantine is a breath of fresh air in today's world of mindless talking points from the left or the right.

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Is Slow Speaker Selection a Crisis? No! Not Even Close.

Is Slow Speaker Selection a Crisis? No! Not Even Close.