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Friends and colleagues gathered to honor Representative Patricia Schroeder (D-Colorado), who was retiring at the end of this year after twenty-four years in the U.S. House. They shared perso…

With Rep. Ackerman acting as master of ceremonies, many Democratic dignitaries humorously “roasted” Leon Panetta in the annual fundraising event.

Friends and peers cajoled Representative Richard Gephardt during a celebrity roast.

Political officials and Democratic party figures cracked jokes in humorous speeches in honor of James Carville during a dinner roast sponsored by Independent Action. Mr. Carville was a key a…

Independent Action, which supports Democratic candidates for office, sponsored this lighthearted fundraising event to poke fun at D.N.C. Chairman Ron Brown. Among the entertainers was Carol …

Humorists, entertainers, and Washington figures participated in lighthearted jests at Texas Governor Ann Richards' expense in the “roast” sponsored by Independent Action.

Independent Action held a toast to Senator George Mitchell. Toastmasters included: Evelyn Dubrow, Ron Brown, James Tierney, Senator John Kerry, Senator Thomas Daschle.

Guests roasted Senator Bill Bradley.

An Independent Action Roast of Sen. Bill Bradley (D-New Jersey) The speakers were Sen. Tom Harkin (D-Iowa), Texas State Treasurer Ann Richards, comedian Joe Piscopo, Sen. Joe Biden (D-Delaw…

The former chairman of the Democratic National Committee was roasted by fellow congressmen and other guests at a fund-raising event for congressional candidates. Speakers included Representa…

Independent Action held a fundraiser and a roast for Speaker of the House Jim Wright, Jr.

Members of the Democratic party held a roast for New York Governor Mario Cuomo.

Guests roasted Representative Mo Udall for his 61st birthday. During the dinner, viewer calls are taken.