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CNN Political Ticker: July 3, 2007
2007-07-03 17:53:00 CNN Poli tical Ticker : July 3, 2007Compiled by Stephen Bach, CNN Washington Bureau Making news today? * President Bush on Monday spared I. Lewis ?Scooter? Libby from prison, commuting the former White House aide?s 30-month prison term. Full story here. Bush ?limited his deliberations over commuting the prison term? to ?a few close aides, opting not to consult with the Justice Department and rebuffing efforts by friends to lobby on Libby?s behalf.? (Washington Post) The announcement ?came as a surprise to all but a few members of the president?s inner circle. It reignited the passions that have surrounded the case from the beginning.? (New York Times) NYDN cover: ?BUSH LETS LIBBY SCOOT? * On CNN?s American Morning, Former U.S. Ambassador Joe Wilson responded to the Libby news: WILSON: ?I?m not surprised. I think this administration has demonstrated time and time again it is corrupt from the top to the bottom.? WILSON: ?I think there is a very real suspicion now that the Pre... More About: Political News
Sen. Barack Obama's Personal Fundraising Message
2007-07-03 06:14:00 A lot of people are talking about money today. It?s true -- together we raised a significant amount over the past few months. And your generosity is what will make it possible to mount a winning campaign. For that, I cannot thank you enough. But the money isn?t the whole story. The most extraordinary and deeply humbling result is the people -- more than 258,000 of you -- who have taken ownership of this campaign. A number that big is a thunderclap over the political process. It means our campaign has more supporters than any campaign in history at this point in an election, and it?s a wake-up call to our current politics. It means ordinary people are coming together in unprecedented numbers to take back their government. It means you are defying the pundits and Washington insiders, rejecting their cynicism and negativity, and embracing the hope that we can change things for the better. It means we are building a movement so big, so deep, and so personal that our collective voice... More About: Personal , Fundraising , Barack , Message , Persona
Sen. Brarack Obama Raises $32.5 million in 2nd Quarter
2007-07-02 17:48:00 No Democratic presidential candidate has ever raised that much, not even the "top dog" Sen. Hillary Clinton.$32.5 million?!!?That number is absolutely amazing. In the first quarter a total of 104,000 contributors made a donation to the campaign, now dwarfed by the present contributor tally at 154,000 in the second quarter.This should only give great optimism to Sen. Obama . ?...together, we have built the largest grassroots campaign in history for this stage of a Presidential race. We now have hundreds of thousands of Americans who are ready to demand health care for all, energy independence, and an end to this war in Iraq. That?s the kind of movement that can change the special interest-driven politics in Washington and transform our country. And it?s just the beginning.? More About: Political News , Million , Quarter
CNN Political Ticker: July 2, 2007
2007-07-02 17:47:00 CNN Poli tical Ticker : July 2, 2007Compiled by Stephen Bach, CNN Washington Bureau Making news today? * Presidential contender Sen. Barack Obama announced Sunday his campaign raised at least $32.5 million in the second quarter, the highest amount ever raised by a Democratic candidate, topping the first quarter fund-raising and exceeding predictions from rival Hillary Clinton?s campaign for her take in the same period. Full story on The Ticker. Obama?s ?favorable performance reported yesterday is expected to increase the pressure on Clinton?s team.? (Washington Post) The ?whopping amount ensures his place as a top contender for the Democratic nomination. It steals the spotlight from Clinton, his main rival.? (AP) His ?focus on using the Internet and other venues to attract a greater pool of smaller donors who can keep giving puts him in position to keep beating Clinton in fund-raising battles.? (Bloomberg) While we?re still waiting for numbers from the Republican presidential campaign... More About: Political News
KC for Obama Small Vacation; Returned and Ready to Blog
2007-07-02 17:42:00 After a rainy weekend participating in a friend's wedding, I am officially back at the computer and ready to continue providing posts to our readers.I actually expected to blog over the weekend, but opted against it. So welcome back and if you have any comments, concerns and/or questions...email me at KCforObama @hotmail.com More About: Blog , Vacation , Small , Turn
Poll: America's Younger Generations Leaning to Left; Voting Dem
2007-06-27 16:27:00 The Times/CBS News/MTV group conducted a phone poll of America's younger voting population, ages 17-29, last week. It's findings are very interesting, suggesting America's younger generation is further distancing themselves from the Republican party and favoring social/political issues associated with the liberal, Democratic platforms.Now before I go any further, let's dispel a few myths. - Younger voters are NOT always solely liberal voters. History shows it was the youth vote that turned out in then-record numbers to help re-elect Ronald Reagan to office. This high overall number, and percentage of overall voters considering themselves Republicans, also helped elect George Bush to office in 1988.- Younger voters are ALWAYS against war-time Presidents. Wrong again, contrary to conventational wisdom Presidents during war-time actually receive the highest approval ratings from younger generations. (Wild, eh?!!?)OK, now that we have that out of ... More About: Poll , Left , Polls , Voting , Generation
CNN Political Ticker: June 27, 2007
2007-06-27 15:49:00 CNN Poli tical Ticker : June 27, 2007Compiled by Stephen Bach, CNN Washington Bureau Making news today? * ?By standing up and calling President Bush?s Iraq war strategy a failure, mild-mannered Sen. Richard Lugar, R-Ind., set off a political earthquake whose aftershocks rippled Tuesday across the Capitol.? (San Francisco Chronicle) ?Republican skepticism has grown steadily, if subtly, since the Senate began debating the war in February.? (Washington Post) ?Republican support for the Iraq war is slipping by the day.? (AP) * ?The Senate resurrected the immigration bill that could legalize millions of unlawful immigrants Tuesday, but the delicate compromise faces the same threats that derailed it earlier this month.? (AP) Full story here. ?House Republicans sent a message to the White House that a majority of their Members stand ready to oppose legislation that President Bush is hoping will be one last major domestic achievement in the waning months of his administration.? (Roll Call) * ... More About: Political News
The Chicago Factor: Obama vs. Clinton
2007-06-26 17:26:00 There's no hiding the fact--I'm a true-Chicago boy. Always will be too, doesn't matter how many years I left my family and friends back in the Windy City, I'm a Chicago boy at heart and soul.But the same can't be said of Sen. Hillary Clinton , who actually grew up about 5 minutes north of where I did in the near Northwest suburbs of Chicago. Clinton, a graduate of Maine East High School in Park Ridge, IL claims she was born-and-raised a Chicago Cubs fan (not all that uncommon if you grow up on the north side of the city). But several years back when she was still in the planning stages of launching her own political career, she went on record saying "New York is her home and she has always loved the Yankees." What?!!? The Yankees?? New York is home?? Are you honestly kidding me? I guess Chicago again lives up to its "Second City" status, as New York was able to steal a Democratic political party heavyweight right from underneath us... More About: Political News , Obama , Factor
CNN Political Ticker: June 26, 2007
2007-06-26 17:03:00 CNN Poli tical Ticker : June 26, 2007Compiled by Stephen Bach, CNN Washington Bureau Making news today? * ?The beleaguered immigration bill makes a much-anticipated return to the Senate floor? today. (Chicago Tribune) ?President Bush?s team is predicting victory Tuesday on the effort to allow the bill ? among the president?s top domestic priorities ? to go forward.? (AP) ?Opponents declared yesterday that momentum and public opinion were on their side ? that if they cannot kill the legislation tomorrow, they will stop it by the end of the week.? (Washington Post) * ?Republican support for President Bush?s Iraq war policy suffered a significant crack Monday evening when Republican Sen. Richard Lugar of Indiana urged the president to change course in Iraq ?very soon.?? (CNN) Full story here. ?Lugar?s views carry extra weight because he?s one of the leading foreign policy experts in Congress. He?s also seen as someone who does not take partisan shots.? (Indianapolis Star) * ?Repub... More About: Political News
Google Search Keywords for Barack Obama
2007-06-26 03:13:00 This evening I decided to use a keyword selector tool at Overture.com, which indicates provides popular search engine related terms and the amount of searches conducted over the past month.Since I operate a blog dedicated to Sen. Barack Obama , I decided to enter "Obama." Wow. Interesting results.Several misspellings of Obama's name (understandable). Keyword searches including Obama and antichrist??? Seriously folks?!!? Many searches for Obama and Muslim. And apparently several people were interested in seeing firsthand the photo of Obama in his nifty swimsuit.Take the results for what it's worth...kinda odd. Kinda entertaining. Definitely facinating. Search es done in January 2007 Count Search Term 198223 barack obama 120361 obama 11777 barak obama 11485 barack obama biography 5995 senator obama 5278 senator barack obama 4926 barack obama mu... More About: Google , Google Search
KC for Obama Opens Online Store
2007-06-25 22:40:00 I am very pleased to announce KC for Obama .com has officially opened its own online store!!!!Obama books, Obama videos, Obama magazines, Obama key chains, Obama t-shirts, Obama sweatshirts are all available.Check it out and get yourself some Obama products today at the KC for Obama.com Online Store . More About: Online store , Line
Obama Summer Cook-Out: Olathe, KS
2007-06-25 15:51:00 The following information was advertised at the Kansas City for Obama group site on the official campaign website. Hello everyone,I am planning an Obama Summer Cook -out at my house. It will be a summer party for all of us to meet and discuss our hopes for the nation in months leading up to the election!I'm thinking hot dogs, brats, hamburgers... Please let me know if you can come!! Got kids? Bring them too!All I need is 10 people to sign up and this event will be a go! This is my first time organizing a party for a presidential candidate. Time: Saturday, June 30 at 12:00 PM Duration: 3 hours Host: Terri Chee Contact Phone: 913-963-8360 Location: My house (Olathe, KS) 16005 South Avalon StreetOlathe, KS 66062 View Map: Google Maps MapQuest Yahoo! Maps Associated Groups: City of Olathe For Obama, Kansas Grassroots for Obama, LGBT KC FOR OBAMA, Mothers of Olathe for Obama, MOO
CNN Political Ticker: June 25, 2007
2007-06-25 15:32:00 CNN Poli tical Ticker : June 25, 2007Compiled by Stephen Bach, CNN Washington Bureau Making news today? * ?The Bush administration has begun exploring ways of offering Congress a compromise deal on Iraq policy to avert bruising battles in coming months? With public support of the war dropping, President Bush has authorized an internal policy review to find a plan that could satisfy opponents without sacrificing his top goals.? (Los Angeles Times) * Fred Thompson ?leads the pack as Nevada voters? favorite to become the Republican presidential nominee,? according to a Las Vegas Review-Journal/Mason-Dixon poll published Sunday. (AP) * ?After being dissed by Barack Obama, Indian-Americans gathered in what organizers called the biggest event their community ever held to hand Hillary Clinton about $2 million yesterday.? (New York Daily News) * ?I had to jump back and remember that I?m cool? - San Antonio Spurs? Bruce Bowen, who was ?star struck and tongue-tied? upon meeting Obama. (San Anto... More About: Political News
Can America See Past Race, Religion and Sex?
2007-06-25 15:08:00 I have long believed that America is just too ignorant to openly accept, and elect, lawmakers that are not white, Christian, males. This is absolutely not derived from my own personal opinions and beliefs, but a commentary on the American citizenry. Many have argued with me. Some have even called me an "ignorant, detriment to our country...it's guys like you that claim to want to help America, but all you do is tear it apart." (Fellow co-worker made that statement this past year.)This past weekend my assertion became that much more powerful and accurate.While enjoying a Saturday evening dinner at a bar-and-grill restaurant with two friends, the question of who we think will win the presidency and party nominations came up. Honestly, we all had a tough time coming up with a quick answer, since so much can happen in the coming months that can have a great influence on voters.Mitt Romney's name came up and I was put on the spot as to whether I approve of... More About: Religion , Race , Past
Sen. Barack Obama: "Faith Got Hijacked"
2007-06-25 14:56:00 Sen. Barack Obama made a weekend appearance at the United Church of Christ at the Hartford Civic Center, speaking of how the "religious right" basically "hijacked" faith in America. ?...But somehow, somewhere along the way, faith stopped being used to bring us together,? Mr. Obama said. ?Faith started being used to drive us apart. Faith got hijacked.? He attributed this partly to ?the so-called leaders of the Christian right, who?ve been all too eager to exploit what divides us.? Yet he said that in traveling around the country he had sensed an ?awakening? of an interfaith movement of ?progressives.? I would have to agree with Sen. Obama's assertion 100%. One of the most disappointing things I have been forced to watch is how America's so-called compassionate fundamental Christians have found a way to rip this country into two separate factions--the moral and immoral. Based solely on social politics, rooted in their religious interpretations, anybody who dares... More About: Political News
Official Endorsement: Kay Barnes for US Congress (MO)
2007-06-23 15:01:00 While this blog is obviously dedicated to Sen. Barack Obama and is to reflect and represent the views of those from Kansas City, I do occasionally tinker from the primary goal.Since moving to Kansas City, MO I have seen great development, prosperity and growth. During my undergraduate years attending the University of Kansas, I used to never visit Kansas City. Heck, I even put it down time-and-time again, always making reference to KC as "a city with such great untapped potential."Now I live in Kansas City, Mo near the Northland and man, what a difference just a few years can make. The Kansas City downtown is on the verge of becoming one of the most vibrant Great Plains/Midwestern cities around. While Chicago will always be the chief financial, entertainment, cultural and media capital of the Midwest, Kansas City is en route to becoming a great city right behind Chicago.The success of Kansas City must be attributed to it's very first female mayor, Kay Barnes ... More About: Congress , Official , Endorsement
Sen. Barack Obama Releases List of Earmarks
2007-06-22 17:17:00 One of the most controversial topics around Washington D.C. lately has been the use of political earmarks by politicians. It's a very simple, and somewhat sleazy, practice really.Here's how it works:1. Legislator drafts a bill2. Congress debates the bill; recommends amends to the bill3. Legislator attaches a rider to the bill; unrelated request of tax dollars for local projects (i.e. A bill that would require seatbelts in all school busses would have another congressman attach a rider that would send $2 million to his legislative district to repair a bridge)4. Congress votes on the bill, which includes the earmark rider5. President signs the bill6. The American citizenry is fleeced of their tax dollarsThis practice of earmarks and riders has been going on for quite some time, but as of late, many politicians have said enough is enough. Congress is burning through money as if it does grow on trees and has no clue what they're even approving most of the time.Sen. Obama ... More About: Barack Obama , Political News , Barack , List
Sen. Barack Obama Intends to Clean Up Washington D.C.
2007-06-22 16:00:00 The bama-edwards-on-government-reforms/">New York Times reports that Sen. Barack Obama will appear New Hampshire this morning, speaking on a topic very dear to his own hear--reform.Am I the only one who honestly gets sick-and-tired of hearing every single, campaigning, politician promise reform and clean-up efforts? We hear it every election cycle and from every leading political party contender. It gets old. I'm at a point now where I just turn on my "deaf ears." Go ahead and say what you want, I don't believe you one bit.It's this sentiment that Sen. Obama is drawing from to urge true reform in Washington D.C. He realizes firsthand that there are many citizens like myself who have grown cynical and jaded because of the ongoing false-promises delivered from politician-after-politician.Can Sen. Obama make a true difference? I do believe so since he admits that bama-edwards-on-government-reforms/" target=_blank>reform and system enhancement has ... More About: Political News
CNN Political Ticker: June 22, 2007
2007-06-22 15:55:00 CNN Poli tical Ticker : June 22, 2007Compiled by Stephen Bach, CNN Washington Bureau Making news today? * The New York Times reports on A1 that John Edwards? nonprofit organization, the Center for Promise and Opportunity, ?raised $1.3 million in 2005, and - unlike a sister charity he created to raise scholarship money for poor students - the main beneficiary of the center?s fund-raising was Mr. Edwards himself, tax filings show.? ?The organization became a big part of a shadow political apparatus for Mr. Edwards after his defeat as the Democratic vice presidential nominee in 2004 and before the start of his presidential bid this time around. Its officers were members of his political staff, and it helped pay for his nearly constant travel, including to early primary states.? (New York Times) Also, while ?it would not be unheard of for a campaign to try and lowball its fundraising expectations,? Edwards ?is expecting a significant drop-off in campaign contributions for the second quart... More About: Political News
Sen. Barack Obama Week-in-Review: June 19 - 24, 2007
2007-06-21 16:49:00 June 19 ? June 24, 2007 Barack Obama Schedule: Barack Obama returned to South Carolina last Friday where he delivered a speech on strengthening our families in the new economy. He visited Iowa on Saturday where he talked about the need for more affordable prescription drugs before returning to the state on Monday for stops in Newton and Ottumwa, where he discussed how he would encourage the creation of jobs in the United States, help workers affected by plant closures, and ensure that workers do not lose their health care when they lose their jobs. On Tuesday, Obama participated in the AFSCME presidential forum and the Take Back America 2007 Conference. Next weekend he will speak at the 26th General Synod of the United Church of Christ in Hartford on Saturday and host a community kickoff in San Antonio, Texas on Sunday afternoon. Michelle Obama Schedule: This week is family-focused for Michelle Obama, as she helps her daughters, Malia, age 8, and Sasha, age ... More About: Political News , June , Review
Illinois Moves Up Primary Date; "Super Tuesday" Stacked
2007-06-21 16:19:00 The Great State of Illinois , my home state, has officially made it law to move up the primary election to February 5, 2008. Illinois will join the ranks with several other key states as voters cast their ballots in a true "Super Tuesday " event.Now bear in mind, I am very pro-Chicago and pro-Illinois so excuse my high levels of civic pride. Illinois is the fifth largest state and contains Chicago, the third largest city, in the country. While Illinois and Chicago voters have never felt as though our votes "don't count or matter," since so many states have already taken grand steps to move forward their primary dates, it does make sense to have Illinois voters join the other states.New York, California, New Jersey, Georgia and Missouri will now share "Super Tuesday" with Illinois. The primary election may very well be determined after these states submit their votes alone, but anything and everything could happen.Will Illinois automatically go to Obama?&... More About: Political News , Primary
Correction: Mayor Bloomberg Unaffiliated; Not Seeking Presidential Bid
2007-06-21 16:12:00 Yesterday I incorrectly published a post that indicated Mayor Michael Bloomberg officially threw his hat in the ring for the US Presidential bid. This turns out to be not true, however, it is confirmed that he has dropped his political affiliation with the Republican party.To be very honest, if I were ever to run for politics...I would so much prefer to run as either a Libertarian candidate or a flat-out independent as well. The financial and political backing would be so much more readily available if I remained with the Democratic party, however, my own personal politics are somewhat more aligned with an independent candidate than a Republican and/or Democratic candidate.But how can you dare announce this on a pro-Obama blog representing Kansas City???? Because I'm not afraid to make such a statement. And why should I be. The majority of Americans are not actually sheep that need to be led by a shepard. Although, a great many do. There ar... More About: Al B , Seeking
CNN Political Ticker: June 21, 2007
2007-06-21 16:08:00 CNN Poli tical Ticker : June 21, 2007Compiled by Stephen Bach, CNN Washington Bureau Making news today? * NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg?s ?clear flirtation with a White House run kept alive a frenzy of speculation on the what-ifs of a prospective third-party bid.? (Los Angeles Times) ?It was clear that New York Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg was enjoying himself yesterday as he toyed with the press corps there, taking 20 minutes of questions about the city?s 311 telephone information system at a news conference just a day after he bolted the Republican Party, but offering not a clue about his intentions.? (Washington Post) ?The mayor, who can?t run for a third term, is enjoying a bonanza of publicity?? (USA Today) ?READ MY LIPS; ?I?m not a candidate? (WINK) ?Country will have options? (WINK)? (New York Post front page) Rudy Giuliani ?insisted there would be no hard feelings if Bloomberg one day stands between him and the White House, even though it was Giuliani?s backing of the billionaire ... More About: Political News
Sign-up for Text Messages From Obama Campaign
2007-06-20 17:05:00 Our movement for change is on the go in all fifty states, and you can help it grow offline. The goal of our online efforts is to connect you with other supporters in the real world. Today there are two ways you can move that effort forward. To start, sign up to receive text messages on your phone and stay in touch with the campaign wherever you go. If you sign up before the end of the month, we?ll send you a free bumper sticker to help spread the word: http://www.barackobama.com/go But don?t stop there. Let your friends and neighbors know they don?t need a computer to be a part of the movement. Anyone with a cellphone can text GO to OBAMA (62262) and join our campaign. Print a Go Mobile for Obama flyer and put it up in your neighborhood: http://www.barackobama.com/pdf/gomobilefl yer.pdf Text messages will keep you and your friends connected to the movement. Be the first to know about local campaign events. Get reminders about debates and important public appearances. And connect to ... More About: Campaign , Messages , Sign
Bloomberg Enters Presidential Race; What's the Big Stir?
2007-06-20 16:47:00 New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg has official thrown in his hat for the US Presidential election race. After weeks of rumors and speculations, it has become official.And it's already an overly-crowded Republican field too, right?!!? Well, yeah it is. But Mayor Bloomberg has decided to go unaffiliated and register himself as an independent. According to an official statement: "Any successful elected executive knows that real results are more important than partisan battles and that good ideas should take precedence over rigid adherence to any particular political ideology...Working together, there's no limit to what we can do."Mayor Bloomberg enters the race with a nice, hefty campaign war-chest. Forbes magazing assesses his net work at approximately $5.5 billion, although the New York Times reports it could be as high as $20 billion. During his most recent New York City mayoral election, Mayor Bloomberg spent $85 million, which was four times... More About: Political News , Race , Enter
CNN Political Ticker: June 20, 2007
2007-06-20 16:45:00 CNN Poli tical Ticker : June 20, 2007Compiled by Stephen Bach, CNN Washington Bureau Making news today? * New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg changed his party affiliation from Republican to unaffiliated Tuesday, a move that will surely increase speculation he is considering an independent White House bid. (The Ticker) Full story here The ?move stunned some veteran political operatives and angered the Republican National Committee.? (New York Daily News) ?Bloomberg?s aides are working intensely behind the scenes promoting the idea of the mayor?s candidacy and exploring the mechanics of starting an independent campaign.? (New York Times) He ?is in a position to spend more than any candidate has ever spent in a presidential campaign.? (Washington Post) ?[P]olitical analysts say he could appeal to a wide swath of the country as an independent, running as a centrist not beholden to either political party.? (Boston Globe) ?No one is more unhappy about Mayor Bloomberg?s declaration of ind... More About: Political News
Sen. Barack Obama Damage Control: Punjab
2007-06-19 15:23:00 Whew doggie, making MAJOR waves through the online blogging community and media is recent criticism toward a memo that circulated out of the Sen. Barack Obama campaign team regarding Sen. Hillary Clinton's past relations with India. Within this memo, a tongue-in-cheek reference indicating Sen. Hillary Clinton (D-Punjab) is actually best suited to seek office in India. Despite a previous reference joking about such a topic made my Sen. Clinton herself about a year ago, many have found the memo with anti-Asian and xenophobic roots. Frankly, this is an absolute joke. It is stupid that such a memo was even created and released--people you are running a campaign for the next President of the United States of America!!! You are not running for some stupid small local office that such stupid antics may be of the norm. Sen. Obama was not all that pleased about the memo and has indicated he never saw the memo prior to release.But more importantly, perhaps... More About: Control , Damage
CNN Political Ticker: June 19, 2007
2007-06-19 15:09:00 CNN Poli tical Ticker : June 19, 2007Compiled by Stephen Bach, CNN Washington Bureau Making news today? * Speaking to Des Moines Register editors and reporters, Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL) ?described as ?sarcastic? and ?cheap? the tone of a memo his campaign put out last week implying that Hillary Clinton?s personal investments in India made her fit to represent the South Asian country.? He ?called the memo ?a screw-up on the part of our research staff.?? (Des Moines Register) ?It was a dumb mistake on our campaign?s part and I made it clear to my staff in no uncertain terms that it was a mistake,? Obama told AP. ?Obama telephoned several Indian American activists to express his regret for the memo.? (Los Angeles Times) ?It?s the latest in a string of incidents in which the Illinois Democrat has distanced himself from actions taken by his staff, while his opponents say Mr. Obama?s campaign is obviously employing tactics that top campaign officials and the candidate himself have said they... More About: Political News
Bad News is Good News, Right?!!?
2007-06-14 18:13:00 Hang tight folks, it appears as though major media outlets nationwise are printing rehashed stories involving Sen. Barack Obama and Chicago-businessman Antoin Rezko.Many online newspapers provide readers the opportunity to post comments and interact, which is proving to be a field-day for critics of Sen. Obama. Many of the sites are being flooded with others connecting Sen. Obama with shady business deals, fundraising, real estate etc. If possible, continue to monitor these sites and post the correct and accurate information.You can start at the New York Times article now:bamas-circle-of-friends/">http://thec aucus.blogs.nytimes.com/2007/06/14/200bam as-circle-of-friends/ More About: News , Political News , Good News , Bad News , Good
CNN Political Ticker: June 13, 2007
More articles from this author:2007-06-13 17:45:00 CNN Poli tical Ticker : June 13, 2007Compiled by Stephen Bach, CNN Washington Bureauhttp://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.co m/2007/06/13/cnn-political-ticker-am-6/ Making news today? * ?President Bush, once able to easily corral GOP lawmakers to get what he wanted on Capitol Hill, found himself in an unusual role yesterday: scrounging for votes from members of his own party.? (Boston Globe) ?In an effort to revive a crippled immigration bill, President Bush visited the Capitol on Tuesday to try to assure wary Senate Republicans personally that border security was a driving force behind his push for changes in immigration law.? (New York Times) ?Although senators described the meeting as cordial, even jovial, they also said the president?s efforts to rally GOP support did not win any converts.? (Washington Post) * Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) said yesterday that ?the Senate will face another round of votes on the Iraq war before the July Fourth recess, a strategy intended to sho... More About: Political News 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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