Tom Davis: A voice of moderation in the House

WASHINGTON (Map, News) - For nearly a decade, U.S. Rep. Tom Davis, R-Va., has been the leader of the House Government Reform Committee.

He came to power in 1994 as part of the so-called “Republican Revolution.” But unlike many fire-eating congressmen in his class, Davis has taken a more moderate course.

He has been a vocal advocate for D.C. — from voting rights to full funding — and for regional transportation projects.

Now running for his seventh term, Davis discusses his party’s future, his best moment as a congressman, his plans for the future and his favorite tunes.

Has the “Republican Revolution” run out of gas?

No — it ran into the dysfunctional Senate, where 60 votes are required to pass almost anything. Dozens of filibusters have stopped many legislative initiatives.

What’s your proudest moment as a congressman?

Moving my $1.5 billion Metro funding bill through the House.

Should House Speaker J. Dennis Hastert resign his seat in the wake of the Foley scandal?

Let’s see what results from the ongoing investigations.

What’s your epitaph going to say?

“He Made a Difference” and “Where Others Failed, He Succeeded.”

There is talk that Sen. John Warner, R-Va., might retire when his term expires. Have you thought about running for his seat?

I hope he runs, as he is a great asset to Virginia and the nation.

What’s on your iPod?

An eclectic mix, from ABBA to Eddie Rabbit.

Bill Myers