On budget issues, Jim Himes has been very specific and supports the proposals of the Simpson-Bowles plan. His opponent has been vague at best.

By being such a vocal proponent of a bipartisan, balanced budget plan, Jim Himes has told us exactly what he will vote for in the next Congress.

The non-partisan Concord Coalition, which advocates for sensible budget policies, has awarded him an "Economic Patriot" award as a result.