Tim Roemer is a former United States Representative from Indiana who is reportedly being considered for a spot in Barack Obama's administration. Roemer has not yet confirmed an interest in the position.IndyStar.com: Roemer may be in line for post in Obama administration (November 10, 2008)
Roemer established the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States, also known as "The 9/11 Commission."Center for National Policy: President's Biography He also endorsed Obama for President and campaigned for him in 11 states.Barack Obama: ...9/11 Commissioner Tim Roemer Endorses Obama
Quote
"I have not looked one minute past midnight of last night. I would highly recommend Lee Hamilton and Evan Bayh." — Roemer just hours after Obama's win was announced, responding to rumors of a spot in the administrationWSBT.com: Could Tim Roemer join Obama Cabinet? (November 9, 2008)
Roemer and Abortion
Roemer helped to convince anti-abortion voters that Obama's plan to reduce the number of abortions was a reasonable alternative to overturning the Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade decision.National Catholic Reporter: Election '08 -- Special Report: Obama Catholics will influence new administration (November 10, 2008) Roemer has voted in favor of banning partial birth abortions and not allowing minors to travel across state lines to get abortions.On The Issues: Tim Roemer
Featured Video
References
Fast Facts
-
Born
-
Spouse
Sally Johnston
-
Children
Patrick, Matthew, Sarah, Grace
-
Political party
-
Fact:
Resides in Great Falls, VA
-
Fact:
Has PhD in American Government from the University of Notre Dame
-
Fact:
Could be considered for spot in Obama's administration
