Loading Congressional Tweet Index
The Congressional Tweet Index is a metric created here at PolitickerUSA.com to track and measure the sentiment of our elected officials on Twitter. The index is calculated by dividing the number of negative tweets, tweeted by each party, divided by the total number of tweets. CRI = (Negative Tweets) / (Total Number of Tweets) The direction of each tweet was assigned algorithmacally using sentiment analysis techniques. Also, the direction "measures" the complaining or whining in the tweet, not the political content of the tweet. For the nerds of the group, read here for the specifics.

DEMOCRATS

Senator, VA
Mark Warner
RT @starsandstripes: Bill introduced by Sen. @MarkWarner would widen #military whistleblower protections. http://t.co/Lg80Q7Gfk5
Representative, IN
Andre  Carson
Proud to join w/Hoosier veterans to honor Pfc. James Constant, fallen American hero who was finally returned home. http://t.co/D2eGENMb5t
Representative, IN
Andre  Carson
After >60 yrs of being declared MIA in the Korean War, Pfc. James Constant today was returned home & given the military funeral he deserved.
Senator, VT
Bernie Sanders
Watch Sen. Sanders talk about #Veterans issues on @CSPAN's Newsmakers: http://t.co/Z5i3kHMia2
Senator, NJ
Robert Menendez
Video: @SenJohnMcCain & I agree we need to do more to help end the crisis in #Syria. cc: @WEF http://t.co/LWtCN6Cynt
President, US
Barack Obama
"They are heroes, each and every one." —President Obama pays tribute to our men and women in uniform in his weekly address. #MemorialDay
Senator, VT
Bernie Sanders
Today's news from Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.): http://t.co/vL2WSqnu91 #Vt #Vermont #immigration #veterans #gmo
Representative, CT
John Larson
Despite the rain the crowd came out today in #Newington for their Memorial Day Parade http://t.co/Vh0aupLkMA
Representative, FL
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
I'll be on @ThisWeekABC tomorrow morning talking #immigration reform. Tune in and let me know what you think!
Representative, WI
Gwen Moore
Today in 2007, the President signed the Fair Minimum Wage Act into law. I supported this increase in 2007, and I support it now.
Representative, CT
John Larson
Great Memorial Day ceremony today in #Wethersfield to honor the brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice http://t.co/HsqO7XTVhS
Senator, VT
Bernie Sanders
Read a list of some of the top corporate tax dodgers here: http://t.co/rufE04HIcx #Budget
Representative, CA
Karen Bass
Today marks 50 yrs of African independence & unity. I commend the #AU for focus on democracy, peace & economic growth http://t.co/ldiHB24IoS
Senator, WI
Tammy Baldwin
ICYMI: Here’s a recap of Tammy’s first floor speech. http://t.co/NMAZ0JqMWT
Representative, NY
Jose E. Serrano
At the Orchard Beach, Bronx NY season opening ceremony. Special thanks to the @NYCParks staff. @News12BX #latism http://t.co/5sn8d7uWtm
Representative, NJ
Frank Pallone
Celebration of“our determination & pride after Sandy”MT @MonmouthPatch: Union Beach Wins Huge 4th of July Celebration http://t.co/l2je9cT4ZN
Representative, IN
Andre  Carson
Proud of our @Pacers tonight. Now, let's win a few at home. #Indy
Representative, FL
Ted Deutch
I could not agree more! RT@JohnJHarwood: The combination of things LeBron James can do on a basketball court are simply amazing
Representative, FL
Ted Deutch
RT @SBNationNBA: But seriously, this LeBron pass is not something humans can do: http://t.co/5ZFvJftixU
Representative, PA
Chaka Fattah
Wonkbook: Some very good news for Obamacare http://t.co/BjaTwqkZjn
Representative, WA
Rick Larsen
Local response has been great. @RayLaHood doing great too. - on @maddow
Senator, OR
Jeff Merkley
Representative, WA
Rick Larsen
Other countries are investing and we're not. - on @maddow
Representative, WA
Rick Larsen
We're not living up to Eisenhower's legacy. And we're short changing ourselves economically by not investing in infrastructure. - On @maddow
Representative, CA
John Garamendi
RT @Simas44: Great news from CA on Obamacare. Affordable premiums in America's biggest market. Lots of competition & choice. http://t.co/gj…
Representative, WA
Rick Larsen
About to go live with @maddow to discuss Skagit bridge collapse. http://t.co/HECGuRkAFK
Representative, WA
Rick Larsen
Joining Rachel @maddow on @msnbc at 6pm PDT to discuss the #I5BridgeCollapse and the need for commitment to infrastructure.
Representative, PA
Chaka Fattah
RT @NeuroNow: A scientific summit tries to answer a poetic question: Why does the ocean make us relax?: … about the interse... http://t.co…
Representative, CA
John Garamendi
Thank you Yuba City High School students for raising awareness of distracted driving. Their video: http://t.co/B5Cw4A9FW1 #NorCal #safety
Representative, TX
Henry Cuellar
RT @WalmartAction: Our San Antonio lot party is Sat. 5/25! Come for food, fun & info on our #WMTHeroes commitment. @RepCuellar RT! http://t…
Representative, TX
Henry Cuellar
RT @CFAMarketplace: Had a great time this morning at the Texas Workforce with @RepCuellar ! #CFAMarketplace http://t.co/Jh55MMc8Pq
Representative, WA
Suzan DelBene
A big thank you to all the first responders & emergency officials who have been doing an outstanding job responding to the #I5bridgecollapse
Representative, CO
Jared Polis
RT @moving_mtns_co: !! Rep Jared Polis Town Hall in EVERGREEN - 5/30 !! http://t.co/00gly1PQpO
Representative, CA
John Garamendi
Thankful no major injuries in Washington #I5BridgeCollapse. It’s a wakeup call. Need to fix our crumbling #infrastructure
Representative, CA
Xavier Becerra
We remember America’s fallen heroes – our men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice defending our country and our values. #memorialday
Representative, CT
Jim Himes
Time to up our game!“@CTRailCommuters: Great mtg today with Congressman @jahimes about improving rail service in the state. Thank you Jim!”
Representative, CA
Jim Costa
RT @RepCardenas: With @RepJimCosta in the Central Valley today. Great discussion with officials and residents re: importance of water resou…
Representative, IA
Bruce Braley
With some of my new friends in Hamilton County at Lomitas Restaurant in Webster County. http://t.co/uRkhJXqlPM
Representative, TX
Henry Cuellar
VIDEO @RepCuellar joins Capitol Report TV program with @JGagain from US Capitol in Washington DC http://t.co/Iodoqam5Fl
Representative, PR
Pedro Pierluisi
RT @aosolutions: Lucha por inclusión de Puerto Rico en legislación de protección fronteriza http://t.co/sMFPlJDw9C via @voceropr @pedropier

REPUBLICANS

Representative, MT
Steve Daines
Looking forward to joining Quilts of Valor for their meeting in Bozeman this morning. Thanks for your work to serve our troops & veterans.
Representative, CA
Darrell Issa
Thanks to everyone's great tweets this week.
Senator, TX
John Cornyn
@JohnCornyn I meant 2010-11. Sorry.
Senator, TX
John Cornyn
Texas was home to 1.9 million sole proprietors in 2010, with $85 billion in annual receipts that year
Senator, TX
John Cornyn
Small businesses account for 98.7% of employers in Texas
Senator, TX
John Cornyn
From 20111-11, Texas saw a 75% increase in minority-owned businesses, and a 22% increase in women-owned businesses
Senator, TX
John Cornyn
RT @AmyKremer: Tweeted earlier abt politicians tht do their own tweeting. @JohnCornyn is another one tht tweets himself & gets it! #makesad
Senator, NH
Kelly Ayotte
Hagel: Sexual assault ‘a profound betrayal’ - The Hill's DEFCON Hill http://t.co/QS0V1B12tt
Representative, PA
Mike Fitzpatrick
Today in 1787 delegates began the Constitutional Convention at Philadelphia's Independence Hall- a gathering that... http://t.co/8mPXuedFio
Representative, WA
Dave Reichert
I commend the efforts of the first responders in moving quickly and efficiently in protecting lives during the #SkagitBridge collapse.
Representative, WA
Dave Reichert
Great response to the I-5 bridge collapse. Remember the local businesses are open and ready for your business while we all work to fix this.
Representative, TX
Bill Flores
Tonight, CSPAN will be airing my Texas A&M commencement speech at 8:50 p.m. #TX17
Representative, MO
Vicky Hartzler
The corn we planted last week is starting to come up. Hopefully, we can start planting soybeans today. http://t.co/FSMLk4P6dT
Senator, AZ
John McCain
Talking #Syria w/ @SenatorMenendez and others @WEF at Dead Sea, #Jordan - watch live: http://t.co/IpNDsmXfDD #weffp
Senator, NH
Kelly Ayotte
RT@cnnbrk: Chuck Hagel: Scourge of sexual assault "must be stamped out" in military. http://t.co/VKxrL3cmeO"
Representative, CA
Darrell Issa
RT @GOPLeader: Federal gov't has a lot of data that could help parents/students make informed decisions. http://t.co/Pg8c0uqBtt #OpenData
Representative, MO
Vicky Hartzler
The south breeze is blowing the sweet fragrance of our pollinating wheat field into our yard.Smells wonderful. I love living in the country!
Representative, PA
Mike Fitzpatrick
RT @SeanDSchafer: @RepFitzpatrick giving the Memorial Day Address at the Hulmeville Penndel Parade. http://t.co/5pOMjPy9uN
Representative, KS
Lynn Jenkins
In #KC tomorrow? Be sure to see Musicorps perform with the @kcsymphony. Details here: http://t.co/d7VHWItrDz #MemorialDay @UnionStationKC
Representative, IN
Todd Rokita
Speaking at the Hendricks County Lincoln Day Dinner this past Thurs. http://t.co/tv8ItrO9CS
Representative, PA
Mike Fitzpatrick
For those lost in battle, we salute you. http://t.co/ixrFVjgJAN #AlwaysRemember #MemorialDay
Representative, SC
Tim Scott
Honored to give the Hammond School commencement address in Columbia this morning. Congrats graduates! #sctweets http://t.co/RVFe2lbHRs
Senator, TX
John Cornyn
And why has it taken so long just to try him? RT @UtopianDictator: @JohnCornyn Nadal Hasan still gets a paycheck too...where's your fury?
Senator, TX
John Cornyn
So why is Lois Lerner still on the public payroll? On section 1203 | Power Line http://t.co/QXJJbbS9CO
Senator, NH
Kelly Ayotte
@KellyAyotte in WashPost on POTUS call to close Gitmo: “There is bipartisan opposition in Cong to bringing foreign terrorists at GTMO to US"
Senator, NH
Kelly Ayotte
@KellyAyotte in WashPost re military sexual assault:"The mil has moved too slowly on this issue&there needs 2b be a gr8ter sense of urgency"
Senator, NH
Kelly Ayotte
When the tax man becomes Big Brother, by Kelly Ayotte http://t.co/r6uW8nwFRC via @sentinelsource
Representative, KS
Kevin Yoder
Hope you all have a safe Memorial Day weekend w/ friends & family. To all who currently serve in the military, God bless you & your families
Representative, KS
Kevin Yoder
On Memorial Day, we remember all who served in the military for their country & gave their lives for their country. https://t.co/jV5GlS6zK5
Representative, PA
Mike Fitzpatrick
Today in 1787 delegates began the Constitutional Convention- a gathering that would produce the US Constitution http://t.co/03PmKCzizE
Senator, FL
Marco Rubio
Read here about our efforts to make sure they don't raise #DebtLimit without serious longterm spending reforms. #tcot http://t.co/O1N72EhX4E
Senator, TX
John Cornyn
RT @Lrihendry: Obama Delegates Holder To Investigate Holder http://t.co/nUnHBHTDHt via @sharethis
Senator, TX
John Cornyn
NYT eds shld be ashamed parroting D talking pts, but truth is Sen Reid stopped other + amendts w/ broad bipart spt http://t.co/6WtE75HejW
Senator, TN
Bob Corker
Corker on #MemorialDay weekend : "We remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice...” http://t.co/G2CxY1ygGM http://t.co/R3rXg6kyyh
Senator, TX
John Cornyn
Slaying patent trolls http://t.co/obNcLvSB53 via @infoworld
Senator, NH
Kelly Ayotte
Appreciated POTUS addressing mil sexual assault in Naval Acad grad speech-He's right-these crimes have no place in the greatest mil on Earth
Senator, IA
Chuck Grassley
I compliment PrezObama speaking out abt military sexual assault at Naval Academy speech It help when ComnderInChief highlites problem
Representative, IL
John Shimkus
Isaiah 6:8 Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.
Representative, TX
Steve Stockman
RT @CandiLissa: #ObamaScandalMovies Commie Dearest
Representative, TX
Steve Stockman
Justice RT @ElectionLawCtr Lois Lerner was today slapped with papers, @TrueTheVote lawsuit against her personally delivered to her house