Kirk smart about finance reform bill

Another bill of 2000-plus pages was brought to the U.S. House floor again - HR 4273, the financial regulation bill. I wonder how many hours the members had to study it before the vote was called. Knowing how the Nancy Pelosi House does things in this era of Obama, I'm sure they only had a few hours.

But I digress. The bill did not address reforms for Fannie Mae and Freddy Mac (sounds like candy and mac and cheese), which played a very large part in the current recession. Despite receiving taxpayer bailouts, their irresponsible practices will continue and could eventually cause another recession.

The bill continues the practice of increasing federal spending and deepening our debt. Congress is creating hurdles for banks to lend money just as credit is tight and small businesses are struggling and unemployment rates keep rising. After reading Congressman Mark Kirk's reasons for voting against this bill, I am more proud of him than ever for looking after the little guys in this country and am grateful for his 10 years as my congressman.

As Sen. Kirk he will do even more, and I urge everyone to look at his stand on the issues facing this country and vote for him this November.

Christine Dolgpol

Wheeling