Nation : Gingrich Names 2 Deputy Whips
Reps. Robert S. Walker of Pennsylvania and Steve Gunderson of Wisconsin were appointed today as chief deputy whips for the House Republicans.
They were chosen by Rep. Newt Gingrich of Georgia, the new Republican whip.
Gingrich selected activist, philosophically different congressmen. Walker, from the conservative wing, is known for maneuvers on the House floor aimed at foiling Democratic initiatives. Gunderson is a leader among more moderate Republicans who have tried to push alternatives to Democratic legislation.
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