Bucks Congressman Takes Civility Pledge

Bucks County's congressman has taken a "Commitment to Civility" — joining 45 other freshman House lawmakers in making the pledge.

Brian Fitzpatrick has signed a "Commitment to Civility" that seeks to "restore collegiality, trust and civility to Congress, encourage productive dialogue, and work to build consensus and the public's trust in America’s institutions."

The one-page pledge acknowledges the “increasing division in and coarsening of our culture fueled too often by the vitriol in politics” and commits its signers to “set an example of statesmanship.”

Read the full pledge here.

The pledge was taken by 46 Republicans and Democrats in the House.

"We can all agree that our nation is facing some serious challenges. From increasing opportunity in an evolving economy, to keeping our families safe from threats at home and abroad, the lift in front of this body is heavy enough – the last thing we need is make problem solving any harder," Fitzpatrick said.

Watch his full comments on the House floor here: