Author: Billy House, National Journal

Why Isn't Boehner a Target in Congressional Elections?

Reuters

Unlike his predecessor as speaker, the Ohio Republican has not yet become a standard attack line for Democrats in races nationwide, leaving some to wonder how the most powerful elected leader in the Republican Party has escaped unscathed.

From Edge of Fiscal Cliff, Boehner Headed to Reelection as Speaker

Even conservative anti-Boehner forces outside of Congress that have been pushing to get House members to pick someone else are conceding another candidate will step forward, from the shadows or anywhere else.

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GOP Rallies Ahead of Expected Evening Debt Vote

Pre-vote rally call: "Let's go out there and kick the s--- out of them!"

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