The Transylvania Times -

(This column is the second of a two-part emphasis on politicians who exemplify competent, courageous leadership. Previously, a Democrat, Henry Waxman, was considered. In this column a Republican will be reviewed. Both are people of faith.)

Citing the comedian Bill Maher’s distinction between a “show horse” and a “workhorse” in politics, a Democrat, Henry Waxman was presented in my previous column as an example of a work horse. His many years in Congress yielded legislation that benefited working class Americans. His Jewish faith informed his approach to politics.

As a “workhor...