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Dusty Johnson reflected on his congressional service and criticized the political incentives he says are undermining effective governing.
Rep. Dusty Johnson said partisan incentives and voters’ preference for combative candidates are making Congress less effective, and criticized President Donald Trump’s focus and personal conduct. Johnson, who is leaving the House in January, also praised Speaker Mike Johnson’s role in keeping the House functioning.
Departing representative discussing Congress, voters and the Trump administration
House member cited by Dusty Johnson as an example of a prominent politician
Speaker praised by Dusty Johnson for helping the House function during a difficult period
President criticized by Johnson for his focus, personal insults and approach to allies and institutions
Former president named in a comparison of administrations
House member cited by Dusty Johnson as an example of a prominent politician
Former Speaker who brought Dusty Johnson into negotiations and whose team Dusty Johnson joined
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Speaker praised by Dusty Johnson for helping the House function during a difficult period
President criticized by Johnson for his focus, personal insults and approach to allies and institutions
Former president named in a comparison of administrations
House member cited by Dusty Johnson as an example of a prominent politician
Former Speaker who brought Dusty Johnson into negotiations and whose team Dusty Johnson joined
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