House Dems Get Death Threats

Passing health care may have been a victory for Dems, but it came at a large price. Around 10 House Democrats have reported being threatened with violence and even death upon return to their districts because of their support for health-care reform, according to House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD). The FBI, Capitol Police, and sergeant at arms gave the imperiled lawmakers a briefing Wednesday, reportedly offering extra security detail after some Democratic campaign offices were vandalized. Hoyer also suggested that Republicans have not been forceful enough in their condemnation. “I would hope that we would join together jointly and make it very clear that none of us condone this kind of activity,” he said.