Has the value of these people diminished? I would say no. As they transition into the private sector, the benefits are shared by the [Republican] conference. There's a symbiosis between the former staffers and many members of the conference. |
People who have worked for Mr. DeLay become, like other senior Republican staffers, members in good standing of a club and are accepted back by many members [of Congress] and staffers. The idea is that we are a team. What's good for one is good for all; anything to cultivate that team mentality is seen in a positive light. |
The children's market is probably a $3 billion to $5 billion market at my best guess, (and) growing 5 to 8 percent a year. |