On the same program, Representative Bill Paxon, Republican of New York, flatly dismissed the idea.

"That was really his victory," said Representative Peter T. King, Republican of New York.

Representative Jack F. Kemp, Republican of New York, took a more difficult position.

Representative Gerald Solomon, Republican of New York, wielded his familiar rhetorical ax.

"I think it takes the politics off the table," said Representative Thomas M. Reynolds, Republican of New York.

Representative Jack Kemp, Republican of upstate New York and a Presidential candidate, played on this history during the debate.

Representative Bill Paxon, Republican of New York, called censure "nothing more than a political out."

Representative Amo Houghton, Republican of New York, said he was not going to endorse anyone at the moment.

Hamilton Fish Jr., Republican of New York, voiced the lone "nay" on the bill.

It's unbelievable," said Representative Tom Reed, Republican of New York.