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Effort to block concealed-carry records from public review falters in Senat
2008-02-12 16:54:00 The Virginia Senate voted today to return to committee a bill that would remove from the public domain a state database of Virginians with permits to carry concealed handguns. The move essentially kills the Senate version of the legislation for the year. A similar House bill was approved last week and will be considered by ...
By: Gun News
CLIMATE DEBATE FAR FROM OVER, CLAIM SENATORS
2007-12-23 11:51:00 More than 400 scientists have in a past year alone challenged claims which global warming is caused by male, according to a inform published final week by a little of President George W Bush?s allies in a US Senate. A minority inform by Republicans upon a Senate sourroundings as good as open functions cabinet represents ...
By: Global Warming
Senate passes legislation to strengthen whistle blower protection
2007-12-23 03:44:00 Government employees who speak out against corruption, fraud or danger to public safety, usually at great cost to their careers and personal lives, have long found the door to justice slammed shut in their faces.On December 18, 2007, the Senate unanimously passed S.274, a bill to restore and strengthen the WPA.Read More...
U.S. Senate Report: Over 400 Prominent Scientists Disputed Man-Made Global
2007-12-22 00:46:00 Looks like the "consensus" is a bunch of nonsense. There are many reputable scientists that do not drink the cool-aid at the New Church of Manbearpig. Senate Report Debunks "Consensus" Complete U.S. Senate Report Now Available: (LINK) Complete Report w/out...
By: Stix Blog
Senator Feinstein Inserts Provision to Slaughter Santa Rosa Island?s Elk an
2007-12-21 23:00:00 As we reported last year, Congressman Duncan Hunter (R-CA) helped to enact an NRA-backed law to save the 1100 Roosevelt Elk and Kaibab Mule Deer on Santa Rosa Island from court-ordered extermination.
By: Gun News
New Jersey Senate Working to Turn Law-Abiding Gun Owners Into Criminals!
2007-12-21 20:00:00 Three anti-gun bills passed the Senate Law and Public Safety and Veterans? Affairs Committee on Monday, December 17. S2470, as originally written, would have criminalized the transfer of ammunition to anyone who does not have a valid firearms purchaser identification card, a copy of a permit to purchase a handgun or a valid permit ...
By: Gun News
Senator John McCain takes heat for alledgedly pandering to the telco lobby
2007-12-21 15:57:00 Anyone who follows the access industry that does not believe that the duopoly has the most of the Senate in their corner is badly misinformed. Rumor has it a yet to be published New York Times article implicates McCain in giving preferential treatment to a Telecom lobbyist. It’s origin is probably a bit of mudslinging ...
By: Third Pipe
FCC receives pressure to act on White Spaces from Senators
2007-12-21 15:24:00 I looks like someone from the group of white spaces for broadband advocates has visited the Senate with their checkbook. That’s fair play. The NAB wants all allocated TV frequencies to remain in their control even if they are not being used, and they are big contributors. In a letter to FCC Chairman Kevin Martin, Senators ...
By: Third Pipe
US Senate Report: Over 400 Prominent Scientists Disputed Man-Made Global Wa
2007-12-21 05:05:00 I distrust the government, but interesting nonetheless. I recently read an interview with who I guess is considered the original Blogger. His idea of blogging is literally a ‘weblog’ - a log of your ‘web travels.’ This was where I traveled today. Clicky the Linky This is also where I traveled today. MKULTRA transcript, from 1977 Senate hearings. ...
Senate District 30 Will Have to Wait Until 2008 To Know Who Their Democrati
2007-12-21 04:27:00 A source close to the situation is telling me that the voters of senate district 30 will have to wait until the first week of January of 2008 before they will know who their Democratic candidate will be for the upcoming special election. Lieutenant Governor Daniel Mongiardo (D) vacated that office earlier this month. The committees will have to cast their weighted votes before the regular session of the Kentucky General Assembly is called to order, if they fail to chose a candidate before that time,it could result in Senate President Williams (R) calling the date of the special election, I am sure that will not happen. The Democrats in the mix are former state Rep. Scott Alexander, former state Rep. Roger Noe and former Bell County Attorney Bill Hayes. It appears that Alexander and Noe are neck to neck but the spoiler could be Hayes. The committee votes are weighted per number of committee members divided by the number of Democratic voters in the last Presidential election, so the ...
Letter to Senator Feinstein Requesting Her Support Toward the Impeachment o
2007-12-21 00:49:00 Ok…I sent letters to Senator Feinstein at two different times. The second because of the response to the first, it seemed the first wasn’t read. I requested her support toward impeachment hearings for Dick Cheney. In her office’s response, she referred to the impeachment of George Bush. Not what I requested ...
By: What's Going On
U.S. Senate Report: Over 400 Prominent Scientists Disputed Man-Made Global
2007-12-20 21:03:00 To all the scaremongering, Goracle worshipping environmentalists. Complete US Senate report Read it and weep deny Over 400 prominent scientists from more than two dozen countries recently voiced significant objections to major aspects of the so-called “consensus” on man-made global warming. These scientists, many of whom are current and former participants in the UN IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel ...
Steve Sauerberg Speaks on Why He is Running For US Senate
2007-12-20 04:39:00 Thanks to Illinois GOP Network
By: Stix Blog
Rep. Brandon Smith (R) Rumored to be OUT of the Senate District 30 Special
2007-12-20 01:25:00 A very, very credible source has just told me that Rep. Brandon Smith (R) will NOT seek the Republican nomination for the upcoming Senate District 30 special election. WARNING: Smith is a consistent liar and one half of Harlan just knew he was switching to Democrat a few years ago. So anything is possible with this guy. But the source is solid and the reason behind Smith's doubt is the fact that the Democrats are rumored to be gearing up to not only beat him in this senate election but they are bringing the thunder for his house race. A rumored Attorney General opinion states that Smith may not be able to hold on to his house seat if he runs for the state senate. So many rumors and so little time. The Democratic scenario is also getting complicated. Former state Rep. Roger Noe and former state Rep. Scott Alexander are rumored to be neck to neck for their party's consideration. Also former Bell County Attorney Bill Hayes is also making a move for the nod.
Busy Night in the Senate: War Funding Approved
2007-12-19 23:06:00 The Washington Post has the sub headline of “Antiwar Democrats Rebuffed in 70-25 Vote” and in the article itself it goes through some of the votes that were agreed to and rejected last night on the Senate floor. (Note: I will link to the Senate roll calls for the items as we go through them) The Senate ...
Senate Votes to Keep Cloned Meat Out of Your Burger, for Now
2007-12-19 20:03:00 From Wired Top Stories: Opponents of the cloning of animals score a major victory when the Senate passes an amendment to the farm bill that would require more research on the safety of cloned meat before it reaches your grocery store. The amendment isn't law yet, though, and st
War funds budget clears US Senate
2007-12-19 12:18:00 Democrats had wanted funding to be tied to a pullout timetableThe US Senate has approved a huge $555bn (£277bn) federal budget that includes an extra $70bn for US military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.
By: Get rich
Newstex: Malaysia appoints first blind senator
2007-12-19 02:00:00 Hey folks! Check out the following news singing praises for Mr. Nice Guy and his fragrant-smelling administration. Poodah! Well, I told you folks that Barisan Nasional will dish out more feel-good propagandas and sympathy-winning promotions to win the hearts of gullible Malaysians in the run-up to the next general election. Don’t be fooled, fellow Malaysians! Related Post: More sufferings for the poor Rakyat! Related Post on MalaysiaKini: Pak Lah still doesn't get it! Tired of Malaysian politics? Come and visit Orlando's Walt Disney World Resort anytime soon and have the fun of your life! Technorati Tags: ismail md salleh, malaysia, malaysiakini
Thanks Senator Feinstein For Giving Us Michael Mukasey
2007-12-19 00:37:00 Is anyone really surprised that Mukasey is trying to delay congressional inquiries into the CIA’s destruction of interrogation videotapes? Or that the DOJ is trying to get U.S. District Judge Henry H. Kennedy to “stay out of the matter” Mukasey is nothing more than another Alberto Gonzales, but this time, with some intelligence. Back in November I
Senate Dems Byrd Hunting?
2007-12-18 20:31:00 The Politico reports today that "A group of Senate Democrats has begun quietly exploring ways to replace the venerable Sen. Robert Byrd (D-W.Va.) as chairman of the powerful Senate Appropriations Committee."But a figure in one scenario of the alleged conspiracy, U.S. Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., "denied any plan to replace Byrd, adding that she has not been approached by any colleague with such a proposal," The Associated Press reports.The Politico article said that while "Democratic insiders caution, though, that no decision has been made," there is "is broad discontent among committee members over the way Byrd has run the panel this year and the resulting problems in completing work on the fiscal 2008 spending bills.""His physical condition has been slowly deteriorating for years, and he cannot walk now without the assistance of aides," that article continues. "Byrd has difficultly running committee hearings, and he relies heavily on staffers for guidance."Byrd staffers told The Po...
Thank you Senator Dodd !!
2007-12-18 17:50:00 Posted by Basheert @9:49am Please join me in thanking Sen. Dodd and the other Senators who engaged in the filibuster of Harry Reid’s chosen FISA bill, which resulted in Mr. Reid pulling the bill. Here they are so you can add your thanks. * Chris Dodd: (202) 224-2823 * Barbara Boxer: ...
By: Suzie-Q
Senate postpones consideration of spy bill
2007-12-18 05:44:00 Senate Democratic leader Harry Reid, facing stiff opposition, on Monday abruptly postponed until next month consideration of a measure to give immunity to telephone companies that participated in President George W. Bush's warrantless domestic spying program. "Everyone feels it would be to the best interest of the Senate that we take a look at this when we come back after the first of the year," Reid, facing a pile of unfinished work, said on the Senate floor. Sen. Chris Dodd, a Connecticut Democrat, interrupted his long-shot presidential campaign to return to Washington to lead the charge against immunity. "I thank all my colleagues who joined me in fighting and winning a stay in the rush to grant retroactive immunity to the telecommunications companies," said Dodd, who took the floor for nearly 10 hours to denounce the bill and oppose any effort to swiftly consider any action. White House spokesman Tony Fratto said the delay in finishing work on the measure was disappointing....
Smerky Serenades "Senator Civility"
2007-12-18 05:11:00 In yesterday?s Philadelphia Inquirer, Michael Smerconish brought us the following here?This was (Arlen) Specter as Pennsylvania elder statesman, anxious to deliver a message about the need for civility and compromise, not shrillness and contempt. He spoke like an ideological moderate fed up with the left-right extremism too often seen on the split screens of America today. And he thought the future should have more of the camaraderie so evident in New York City that night."The importance of courtesy and civility is critical at all levels - international negotiations, national, state and local government. This weekend is exactly the kind of time when we should all reflect on how much we have in common and how much harder we should try to get along."And then came this key line:"If you can lift a glass together with your colleague from across the aisle on a Saturday night here in New York, you can lift your pen with that same colleague across the hall on Monday morning in Philadelphia,...
Senator McConnell's 2007 Report Card
2007-12-18 04:48:00 Joe Sonka posted this on Ditch Mitch, it is a great review of Senator Mitch McConnell's (R) persistent slide in 2007. From th DSCC Mitch McConnell: Year in Review January: McConnell Called Himself Bush's "Strongest Supporter" On Iraq. In an interview discussing Iraq and the President's proposed troop escalation, McConnell described himself as "the strongest supporter of the president you could find in the Senate on this effort." February: McConnell Blocked Senate Escalation Debate, Arguing Many GOPers Don't Want a Debate. Leading the fight to block a Senate debate on Iraq in February, McConnell said, "let me just say there are many members on my side who would argue that we shouldn't be having this debate this week at all." Headlines across the country accused the McConnell-led Senate Republicans of blocking the essential debate. March: McConnell Holds Muti-Million Dollar Fundraiser With Bush, While Fighting his Battles in the Senate. O...
Urgent: Three Anti-Gun Bills Heading to New Jersey Senate!
2007-12-18 01:16:00 On Monday, December 17, the New Jersey Senate Law and Public Safety and Veterans? Affairs Committee passed three bills that will have serious consequences for the Garden State?s law-abiding gun owners.
By: Gun News
Senate Approves Mortgage Cancellation Relief Act
2007-12-17 22:10:00 My Google Alerts have begun lighting up as reports are coming in that the Senate has approved the Mortgage Cancellation Relief Act of 2007. This would relieve homeowners of the tax liability incurred on “forgiven” mortgage debt. Currently IRS Code 108 classifies forgiven mortgage debt as “imputed income”, meaning the homeowner is required to pay taxes ...
Senate Passes FHA Reform Bill
2007-12-17 19:59:00 Senate Passes FHA Reform The Senate has passed a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) modernization bill by a 93-1 vote that raises the FHA loan limit to $417,000 in high cost areas and lowers the minimum down payment requirement from 3.0% to 1.5%. (...)
Senate District 30 Special Election Update: Democratic Pick Coming Down to
2007-12-16 22:55:00 As we get a bit closer to the official start of the Senate District 30 Special Election, the pick for the Democratic candidate is apparently coming down to the wire. A poll conducted earlier this week will most likely dictate who the Democratic candidate will be. It appears we have 3 candidates in the mix but only two have a shot; former state Rep. Roger Noe, former state Rep. Scott Alexander and former Bell County Attorney Bill Hayes. Noe and Alexander have a chance. Alexander came on strong last week and it appears the Kentucky Republican Party is bit scared of a potential Alexander candidacy, as they filed a complaint earlier this week claiming that Alexander had made illegal campaign expenditures while not being an official candidate. I have been unable to determine where the state GOP received their information and at this time it appears the complaint was only a scare tactic to attempt to prevent a Alexander candidacy. But that is only speculation. Noe has been working fe...
Senator Lieberman(I-CT) To Endorse Senator John McCain(R-AR)
2007-12-16 21:59:00 That’s not a misprint. According to the Politico Senator Lieberman will endorse John McCain for President. Sen. Joseph Lieberman (Conn.), who was on the national Democratic ticket in 2000, will cross the aisle to endorse Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) tomorrow, Republican sources said. The two will appear together on NBC’s “Today” show tomorrow, then at an 8 a.m. town hall in Hillsborough, N.H. The move, which will help cultivate McCain’s moderate status, is an effort to draw attention to the McCain campaign, which needs a splash. Otherwise, it does not make sense for McCain because it will only remind core Republicans why they distrust him. … A RINO endorsed by a Democrat. That’s apropos. What’s next a Hillary/McCain ticket? Bookmark to: Hide Sites
By: Stuck On Stupid
Senate to Legalize Illegal Spying
2007-12-16 15:53:00 Like to be spied upon? Hat tip BoingBoing: Tim from the Electronic Frontier Foundation sez, “At EFF, we’ve just sent out an urgent action alert. Monday morning, the Foreign Intelligence Service Bill bill finally goes to the Senate floor, and at noon the Senate will cast their most important votes yet on Telecom Immunity for ...
By: Garling Gauge
The Door To Johan Is STILL Open For The Yankees...More From Senator Mitchel
2007-12-16 11:48:00 Hank Steinbrenner had a few things to say to the NY Daily News this past Friday concerning the state of his club and the Yankees' continuing but seemingly waning interest in Johan Santana. Seemingly. Here is a little bit of what he had to say, and then I'll be back with a comment or two...."We're all still very much pleased with what we've got," Steinbrenner added in a telephone interview. "As far as the door (to a Santana deal) being open, who knows? At this point, Chamberlain, Hughes, Kennedy, Cabrera and Cano, they're as close to untouchable as you get."The only reason I made a point of a deadline on Santana was that I didn't want to get caught up in the circus of the winter meetings. The purpose of that deadline was trying to get something done before the winter meetings."Peter here, and we hear ya, Hankie (if I can call his Dad George...Georgie, I annoint his son Hank...Hankie!). I must say that if the Twins have looked at what the Red Sox are offering them, a plate headl...
Big Oil, Contributions, and the Senators who Vote…
2007-12-15 16:50:00 nwf.org: 12/13 - “Today the Senate passed an energy bill that helps reduce America’s oil dependency and takes an important step toward reducing global warming pollution. Unfortunately, the bill does not close $13 billion worth of tax loopholes and subsidies for the oil industry and reinvest the money in clean and renewable energy technologies. Earlier in the day, 40 Senators blocked the bill, forcing Senate leaders to jettison the tax provisions. “Oil companies have given $8 million to Senators over the past four years. Today’s action by 40 Senators proved they have gotten their money’s worth: $1,600 in tax breaks for every dollar the oil industry has spent in campaign contributions. For a breakdown of oil and gas company contributions to senators who blocked a measure to rollback oil company giveaways, see related documents. “We applaud the leadership of Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, who pressed several times for more comprehensive clean energy measures...
By: Thought-Blender
Al Sharpton Seeks Hillary's Senate Seat
2007-12-15 09:49:00 BROOKLYN, NEW YORK...12/15/07 1:45am EST...Delivering an unannounced speech this morning through a bullhorn on the streets of New York City, part-time reverend and full-time racial-tension expert, Al Sharpton, announced "If Hillary's seat is vacated, then I want it." He then stated, "I want to be your Senator . . . me, Al Sharpton: S, H, A, R, P, T, O, N." Sharpton then said, "Seriously, I'll give you anything, just vote for me . . . me, Al Sharpton: S, H, A, R, P, T, O, N. Fielding questions from the audience, Sharpton was asked, "Will you shut the &%$@ up, we're trying to sleep: S, L, E, E, P."..AUTHOR'S NOTE: Al Sharpton is a hustler, plain and simple. Oh sure, he cloaks himself in the aura of civil rights, but when it comes right down to it, it's all about Al. So in the end, while he does occasionally get a few things right, Al's problem is the same as most the people on this website: He holds himself out as perfect while judging others. So I think it's a safe bet tha...
By: Press Mess Blog
Senate GOPers Block Anti-Torture Bill
2007-12-15 05:31:00 By- Suzie-Q @ 9:30 PM MST By Spencer Ackerman - December 14, 2007, 4:54PM Just when you thought the GOP couldn’t back torture any more. From the AP: Senate Republicans blocked a bill Friday that would restrict the interrogation methods the CIA can use against terrorism suspects.The legislation, part of a measure authorizing the government’s intelligence ...
By: Suzie-Q
Kentucky Republican Party Fires First Shot in the Senate District 30 Specia
2007-12-15 03:13:00 The Kentucky Republican Party has filed an ethics complaint against former state Rep. Scott Alexander (D) for illegal campaign expenditures before being an official candidate. From WYMT Scott Alexander Response"The state Republican Party is taking a page out of the Ernie Fletcher playbook; they are lying. I did not commission nor donate to any group not ask for any polling. I am flattered that Brandon Smith and the Republican Party fears me to the point that they are showing signs of desperation. After having lost so badly in the governor race using this type of tactic, I am surprised that Brandon Smith would follow in Ernie Fletcher's footsteps. This alone should tell the citizens of Lieutentant Governor Mongiardo's district that Brandon Smith cannot fill his shoes. We need better representation than that." It is hard to figure out why they filed this complaint. Is it in the name of politics or fear? At this point 3 names are swirling in the mix for the Democratic nod; fo...
Senate Watch: News And Notes
2007-12-14 21:37:00 ColoradoA new poll gives Democratic Congressman Mark Udall a slight edge over former Republican Congressman Bob Schaffer (pictured) in Colorado. Udall leads Schaffer 39%-37%, with a quarter of voters undecided. Several other polls have also shown a tight rice, suggesting this could be one of the closest and potentially nasty (judging by some of the early bombs thrown on both sides) in the country next year. In our last Senate Rankings, the Colorado race came in as the fourth most likely to flip and was rated a pure toss-up.GeorgiaMore polling confirms that Republican Saxby Chambliss (pictured) is headed towards a fairly easy re-election next year. The poll shows Chambliss breaks 50% against four potential challengers and leads each by at least 30 points. That has to be disappointing for Democrats, who are eager to give Chambliss a fight after the bitter 2002 race in which he knocked off Democrat Max Cleland. In that race, Republican ads compared Cleland, a triple amputee Vietn...
By: Political Realm
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid hates America and freedom
2007-12-14 20:51:00 Hyperbolic? Perhaps. But that’s the only conclusion I could come to after reading this morning that Reid is planning an end-run around Chris Dodd’s threat to filibuster any FISA legislation that contains immunity for telecom companies that participated in the NSA spying program. Glenn Greenwald, as always, has all the nasty details. More from Lambert at Correntewire and Matt Stoller. It’s been a while since I’ve posted about this, so here’s a reminder of why preventing telecom immunity is important. And Chris Dodd’s campaign has tips on what you can do to support the filibuster. I used to support Harry Reid during the darkest days of GOP domination of Congress in the Bush era. He demonstrated gumption and courage when necessary. I don’t know what happened to that man, but this guy is no friend to progressives, the Constitution, or his own party. In one fell swoop, he is enabling the Republican party agenda of protection for corporate malfea...
Senate passes its version of energy bill
2007-12-14 14:30:00 AgriMarketing.com (December 14, 2007) - The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) commends the Senate for continuing to pave the way toward energy independence by passing comprehensive legislation today that includes a renewable fuel standard (RFS) of 15 billion gallons for corn ethanol.
By: Commodity Wealth
Guardianship Abuses Gets The Senate Attention
2007-12-14 12:40:00 by Robin Fields L.A. Times Staff writer ( Abridged) WASHINGTON -- After a string of chilling reports detailing abuse of the elderly, lawmakers and advocacy groups will unveil recommendations today to strengthen oversight of adult guardianships.Members of the Senate Special Committee on Aging called for nationwide data collection on guardianship cases, mandatory quality standards for guardians and an infusion of federal funds to boost local court supervision programs."Seniors need more options, more rights, more protection at a national level than they are now receiving," said Sen. Gordon H. Smith of Oregon, the committee's top Republican."The obligation that we owe to older Americans is pretty obvious,"robin.fields@latimes.c-om
By: Elder Abuse
Reverse Mortgages: Senate Committee Hears New AARP Report
2007-12-14 11:46:00 Speaking before the Senate’s Special Committee on Aging, Donald Redfoot with AARP’s Public Policy Institute, presented a 228-page reverse mortgage study to the Committee. In his testimony, Redfoot said the survey found that “older homeowners were able to address a wide range of needs and desires with reverse mortgages. When borrowers were asked about the main ... read more
BREAKING! 35 MPG it is! Senate passes energy bill, back to the house
2007-12-14 08:05:00 On their third try the US Senate finally passed the new energy bill this evening. After stripping out all the tax provisions the bill easily passed 86-8 in the Senate. Following the vote the White House announced that President Bush would sign the revised bill once the House of Representatives passes it. A House vote is expected early next week. Along with the tax provisions the renewable energy requirements for electric utilities were also removed from the bill earlier. The stripping of the tax provisions means that there will be no new incentives for plug-in hybrid vehicles. Those incentives would have been paid for by the other increases. New fuel economy standards will take effect in 2011, eventually rising to a 35 mpg fleet average by 2020.[Source: Detroit Free Press]
Energy bill fails in Senate by one vote ? Reid and his crowd to try one mor
2007-12-13 23:42:00 As a political battle, it is great theatre. Harry Reid and Nancy Pellosi, respectively the Democratic leaders in the Senate and the House, are in the process of kissing George Bush’s feet. The only question is whether they curtsey or genuflect. By a one vote margin, the Senate today refused to cut off debate on the energy bill – the one that raises fuel mileage standards for cars. But, don’t cheer just yet. It’s a war over the desire of the Democrats to raise taxes. They want to stick utilities and their customers with higher bills and the Republicans are refusing to go along. The White House has promised a veto if the bill does pass. But, it won’t. Reid is stripping the tax part out of the bill, just like he earlier stripped out the renewable energy provisions that would have raised utility rates in the Southeast. Pellosi – who pushed for both elements in the House – has promis...
Top Ten Reasons Why The Senate Should Request a Special Prosecutor in the C
2007-12-13 23:16:00 The American Civil Liberties Union has called for a special prosecutor to investigate the destruction of the CIA interrogation tapes. The full letter is available here. The letter outlines ten reasons why the Senate should ask for an independent prosecutor. (Sorry for those going through withdrawal during the writer’s strike–this is not a Letterman-like top ...
By: Liberal Values
Senator George Mitchell’s Major League Baseball Steroid Report
2007-12-13 22:46:00 Senator George Mitchell's Steroid Report hits the street. Read the full report HERE. SI.com comments on the major names mentioned. Marvin Bernard Barry Bonds Bobby Estalella Jason Giambi Jeremy Giambi Benito Santiago Gary Sheffield Randy Verlarde Lenny Dykstrka David Segui Larry Bigbie Brian Roberts Jack Cust Tim Laker Todd Hundley Hal Morris Mark Carreon Matt Franco ... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
By: The RotoFeed
Video Press Conference of Senator Michell Explaining His Report
2007-12-13 22:07:00 Mitchell Explains His Steroid Report to the Public. Amazing the names that are being reporting in this report.1 Vote(s)
By: JeQQ it
Senate Democrats trying to modify energy bill to get it passed
2007-12-13 21:24:00 With the energy bill that was passed by the House of Representatives last week currently stalled in the US Senate, Democratic leaders are working feverishly to modify the legislation. Last Friday, a procedural vote to end debate and get a vote on the bill fell short of the necessary sixty votes to get to the Senate floor. Republicans were opposed to renewable energy requirements on electric utilities and tax changes that would have eliminated almost $13 billion of tax breaks for oil companies among a total of $21.8 billion in increases. As of late Wednesday night, negotiators had removed the renewable energy provisions but wanted to keep the tax changes. The revenue increases are intended to cover the cost of increased tax credits for vehicles like plug-in hybrids. If the Senate does get a bill passed on Thursday (today), it will have to go back to the House for a re-vote on Friday before they recess for the year. Even if the bill is passed by both chambers, the President is likely ...
Andrew Horne (D) for U.S Senate!!!!
2007-12-13 15:42:00 Page One got the scoop! It is official now! Horne for U.S Senate!
Senate District 30 Democratic Candidate Update
2007-12-13 14:10:00 Looks like former state Rep. Roger Noe (D) has the votes but another former elected official, former state Rep. Scott Alexander (D) is making a late push. Last word on the committee vote is a vote maybe tomorrow or early next week. I will again predict Noe in this one. More on this later.
Brazil's Senate rejects government tax bill
2007-12-13 06:05:00 Brazil's government suffered a serious setback before dawn on Thursday when senators rejected a constitutional amendment to renew a financial transactions tax considered essential to balance public finances.
By: Get rich
Senator Barack Obama: Liberal then, liberal now
2007-12-12 17:05:00 From Sister Toldjah The Politico’s Mike Allen and Ben Smith report today that a questionnaire filled out by then-candidate for state Senate Barack Obama (or his campaign manager) back in 1996 notes some solidly liberal tendencies: When Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) was seeking state office a dozen years ago, he took unabashedly liberal positions: flatly opposed to ... |
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