FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 26, 2007
Contact: Jessica Rhoades 406-442-9520

Lange Apology Unconvincing After Previous Refusals to Recant and Exhuberent Cheers of Fellow Republicans

(Helena, MT) Today, it is being reported that Michael Lange has apologized to Governor Schweitzer for his  "Expletive Laden Tirade" yesterday in Montana's Capitol. 

Montana Democrats doubt the scencerity of Lange's apology in light of comments already made by Lange:

"Everything I said in there is exactly what I meant, it's exactly what I stand on and I'm not budging off of one comment or one word of it. I meant the truth .  That's not showmanship that's called dignity and honor out of it one bit." 

Telling someone to stick it up his ass is called dignity and honor?

"In the real world, you bet it is , when the shoe fits, wear it."

[Rep. Mike Lange. April 25, 2007 following his much reported remarks to the Republican caucus.]

During Lange's obscene rant that is now being covered by the national media, Republican's cheered loudly as seen in this raw footage and even shouted for a special session chanting Stay 'til May!"

"Obstructionist Republicans actually want a Special Session that will cost taxpayers more than $38,000 per day," said Jessica Rhoades, a spokesperson for the Montana Democratic Party.  "They have no excuse for not finishing their work in the regular session, which ends Friday.  When Rep. Lange attacked the Governor, Republcians cheered and chanted 'Stay 'til May'.  They are irresponsible and should be held accountable in 2008."   

The dozens of bills that have been heard and passed by committees of both houses are now being held hostage by Republican Speaker Scott Sales of Bozeman. 

Click here to watch Mike Lange's tirade on youtube.

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