Blue Dog Coalition Welcomes Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08)

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The House Blue Dogs announced today that Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) has officially joined the Coalition:

"Washington's gridlock and partisan games require public servants who put their constituents first, stay rooted in the communities they represent, and commit to using independence and bipartisanship to get things done. Few embody those values more than Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet," said the Blue Dog Coalition. "The Blue Dogs are thrilled to welcome her into our ranks as we reclaim gavels and get to work."

"I've spent my career fighting for working families, putting people before politics, and making sure they have a fair shot at the middle class," said. Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet. "I'm proud to join the Blue Dog Coalition, a group of solid, down-to-earth members who understand the concerns of everyday people because they come from those same communities. I'm excited to continue my work in Congress alongside them."

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ABOUT THE COALITION: The Blue Dog Coalition is an official caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives composed of fiscally-responsible Democrats, who are leading the way to find common-sense solutions. They are pragmatic Democrats, appealing to mainstream values of the American public. The Blue Dogs are dedicated to pursuing fiscally-responsible policies, ensuring a strong national defense for our