KEITH ELLISON MN Dist 5 House Rep Out there supporting immigration reform the old fashioned way - civil disobedience
http://www.startribune.com/politics/national/226953831.html
Most of MN State Senators and Reps are donating their pay during the shutdown
http://www.winonadailynews.com/news/article_942c0e36-2bd6-11e3-91eb-0019bb2963f4.html
So BOTH of our MN Senators are donating THEIR paychecks during this shutdown to worthy causes (Al Franken & Amy Klobucher) DEMs care and it's more than just lip service, it's putting their money out there to feed those in need and support vital programs damaged by the shutdown.
AL FRANKEN
Just like in 2011 when we were faced with a potential government shutdown, I don’t believe it’s fair that I should get a paycheck while hardworking Minnesotans are stuck at home, worried about paying their bills, watching as House Republicans hold our economy hostage.
So for each day the government remains shut down, I will be donating my salary to Second Harvest Heartland -- a great organization that works throughout Minnesota, providing vital assistance to families who would otherwise go hungry.
While the government is shut down, I believe giving my salary to charity is the right thing to do. And I will continue working as hard as I can to get the government up and running again.
AMY KLOBUCHER
The government shutdown is threatening our economy and causing real pain for many families. Members of Congress shouldn't be getting paid while our government is closed, and that's why I'm giving my pay during the shutdown to the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health. Lifesaving NIH medical research is being slashed during the shutdown, including clinical trials for kids with cancer, and it's just one reason the House needs to stop this irresponsible gamesmanship and pass the straightforward Senate bill to get the government open so we can focus on the work of the American people.
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