Guide Note

Republican John Culberson is the congressman from the seventh district of Texas. He has held his seat since 2001. In July 2008, Culberson came under fire for posting updates to his Twitter account from the House floor while it was in session.¹

Fast Facts

1. Born: August 24, 1956
2. Birthplace: Houston, Texas
3. Spouse: Belinda Culberson
4. Political affiliation: Republican

"Before I could post a Tweet I would have to get approval of the twits that run the House!"—John Culberson, on using his Twitter account during a session of Congress²

"The single-minded goal needs to be to shine sunlight in every dark corner of the Congress, to make the Congress and the government as transparent as humanly possible."—John Culberson, on keeping constituents up-to-date via Twitter during congressional sessions ³