Texas Insider Report: Washington D.C. In a show of bipartisanship during President Obamas State of the Union address scheduled for January 25 Democratic Rep. Gene Green (TX-29) and Republican Rep. Phil Gingrey (GA-11) plan to sit together. Phil and I have worked together on the Committee on Energy and Commerce for a number of years" said Rep. Green.
Hopefully we can set an example of civility and friendship even in the face of political disagreements. Its a small display but one I think the country needs to see."
It is customary for Members of Congress to sit on opposite sides of the aisle while the President addresses a joint session of Congress.
Sen. Mark Udall (D-Colo.) proposed the idea that Democrats and Republicans intermingle and demonstrate the bipartisanship that exists in both houses of Congress.
The idea has quickly gained support throughout the House and Senate and in Congressional leadership.
