Lincoln Davis holds himself out as the conservative’s Democrat. He proudly carries the endorsement of the National Rifle Association and pro-life groups, in addition to the support of some unions. He has clearly been willing to cross the Obama administration, as his votes against health care reform and stimulus spending confirm.
His re-election would strengthen the role of the Congressional Blue Dog Coalition, a conservative group of Democrats who work for a balanced budget and bipartisan approaches to public policy. Keeping him in office would also secure his present place on the all-important appropriations committee, which oversees funds for a range of community needs, and on the science committee, which steers funding for the district’s Arnold Engineering Development Center and Air Force base..
Davis’ focus has long been on small-business development, rural and agricultural issues, water and energy resources. He has earned another term, and his experience would serve District 4 well. We recommend his election.