Good topic!
I used to work in politics and have worked on the Hill for a Democrat. I always wondered why the three minority groups that are represented didn't form such a caucus. There are some heavyweights in the Hispanic, Asian, and Black Caucuses so i guess it was only a matter of time. I think that this is a caucus that will transcend past the post-Katrina debates and make some effective choices in Congress.
There are some caucuses that were put together just so legislators would have something on their "political resume." However, I think that the Tri-Caucus is pulling together forces and truly trying to make a difference for their constituents that feel that they are caught up in this bureaucratic society. I hope they will be able to feed off of each other to increase their potential and not get caught up in egos and glory.
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