Kaptur declares herself a centrist

Laments Washington's descent from civility to theatrics

TOLEDO — Drawing on her four decades in Washington, U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur lamented the loss of civility and substance in Congress, contrasting today’s theatrical environment with an earlier era personified by former Speaker Tip O’Neill.

Kaptur, during an interview this week with StayTunedSandusky.com, fondly remembered Tip O’Neill as “so human” and “a good guy,” recalling a time when the leadership from both parties shared a camaraderie that transcended politics.