Senator Roberts Brings to the Finance Committee Patriotism... and The New York Times?

Senator Roberts (R-KS) has brought life into the Finance Committee the past two days, bringing an edition of the New York Times to the committee's hearing today. 

Monday, the Senator donned an American flag style scarf and incited imagery from "Bleeding Kansas" to display his patriotism. 

After an incident with a hijacked taxi, he entered the committee room with an American top hat and passed out cookies. Several minutes ago, he appeared enthralled in an edition of the New York Times.

Democratic Senator Kent Conrad pointed out, "it's good to see a Republican reading the New York Times".

When questioned on Sen. Roberts actions', Republican Minority Leader McConnell responded, "It is not treason. The Republican Party is a big tent, accepting of all viewpoints... especially those of David Brooks and Bill Sapphire."

What will Senator Roberts think of next?

Sahil Kapur contributed to this article.