Cooper Named a "Problem-Solver" by No Labels

October 11, 2012

Mark McKinnon, founder of No Labels, sent the following press release today naming Jim Cooper a problem-solver.

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No Labels Gives Problem-Solvers Seal to Rep. Jim Cooper
No Labels Commends Tennessee Lawmaker's Commitment to Problem Solving

This week No Labels gave the Problem-Solvers Seal of Approval to Rep. Jim Cooper of Tennessee's 5th Congressional District. The Problem-Solvers Seal is awarded to candidates or legislators who agree to join No Labels' emerging "Problem-Solvers Bloc," a group of lawmakers who are dedicated to working across the aisle to discuss effective, principled and pragmatic solutions to our country's problems. Cooper has committed to join the bloc.

"Throughout his career in Congress, Cooper has made problem solving one of his top priorities as a lawmaker. We need more elected officials like Cooper who believe that working together and solving problems are signs of leadership, not weakness," said No Labels Co-Founder Mark McKinnon. "His continued efforts to reduce gridlock in Congress are much needed in today's Washington, and his attitude will make him a valuable addition to the No Labels' Problem-Solvers Bloc."

The Problem-Solvers Bloc represents No Labels' effort to jumpstart constructive debate in Congress around America's most pressing issues. In today's Washington, Republicans and Democrats rarely meet with one another to discuss issues. With No Labels' new bloc, members will have a banner to gather under to work together to develop real solutions. No Labels began constructing this bloc in mid-2012 and has already had tremendous success recruiting current and prospective members of Congress to join.

"Cooper's critical leadership on the No Budget, No Pay Act in the House and on deficit reduction has shown once again his dedication to problem solving and working across party lines to get things done," said No Labels Co-Founder Lisa Borders. "He has earned a full seal of approval from No Labels for his willingness to work across the aisle to find long-term solutions to the issues facing the American people."

No Labels is a grassroots movement of Democrats, Republicans and independents dedicated to the politics of problem solving. To learn more about No Labels, please visit www.NoLabels.org.