Last Week, American Conservative Union (ACU) Chairman Al Cardenas and ACU Foundation Chairman Carly Fiorina honored Representative Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) as an “ACU Conservative” for his achievements in the 2013 ACU Ratings of Congress, the 43rd edition of the conservative ratings guide.  Since 1971, the nation’s oldest and largest grassroots conservative organization has annually graded Members of Congress based on their votes on key conservative issues.

The 2013 ACU Ratings of Congress includes scores for each individual member in both the Senate and the House of Representatives. “ACU Conservatives,” are members recognized for scoring 80 percent or higher.

“It is an honor to be recognized by the ACU Foundation,” said Representative Weber. “I am proud to be a strong Texas Conservative voice in Washington. I will continue to fight for smaller government, a balanced budget, lower taxes, and less government intrusion in our lives.”

 “Conservatives have a responsibility to fight the out-of-control growth of government in Congress. We are proud to honor the fine work of Representative Weber in that battle,” said ACU Chairman Al Cardenas.

 “The 2013 Ratings show a continued commitment by Representative Weber to the conservative principles that will contribute to the revitalization of America,” said ACU Foundation Chairman Carly Fiorina.

The ACU tracks a wide range of issues before Congress to determine which bills serve as the best barometer for separating those representatives who defend liberty from liberal members who have turned their backs on our founding principles – constitutionally limited government, individual liberty, free markets, a strong national defense and traditional American values.

The full 2013 ACU Ratings of Congress guide is now available online at www.conservative.org.

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