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English votes on English matters - Unique Powers.
2008-06-09 11:07:00 Why is the question of English votes on English matters so difficult to sort out? We've had Malcolm Rifkind's Grand Committee, which it is argued will only add another layer of government. Now after a lengthy process Ken Clarke comes up with another bloody stupid idea.From the Telegraph: He (Ken Clarke) is said to have advised allowing all MPs to vote on English legislation at the initial second reading stage of parliamentary scrutiny. But only English MPs would get to vote during the detailed committee stage of the legislative process, where real changes can be effected. At the third and final reading, all MPs could once again vote, but a new parliamentary undertaking would prevent any party using Scottish votes to block amendments made by English MPs.Why oh why can't we just stop Scottish MPs voting in England on any matter that would normally be devolved to Scotland? In other words - any subject that English MPs are not allowed to vote on in Scotland. Surely that would be a f...
By: Daily Referendum
Clinton's new job: Bring votes to Obama
2008-06-08 18:32:00 Some of Clinton's 18 million voters are hesitant to back Obama Obama's Web site urges visitors to thank Clinton for supporting his campaign Clinton on Saturday suspended her campaign; endorsed Obama Mixed feelings among Democrats whether a joint
By: Get rich
Presidential Election 2008 - Republican votes for Democrat?
2008-06-07 07:03:00 The United States Presidential Election of 2008 is going full steam ahead. At the front of the train right now are the Democratic Primaries and the battle that is still being waged. Both Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama are fighting as hard as they can to win the Democratic Nomination and face John McCain in the run for the W15 Zoom(s)
Clinton Holds a Lead of 183000 Votes
2008-06-02 04:41:00 In the latest sign Hillary Clinton isn t yet preparing to bow out of the presidential race the New York senator is launching a new television ad monday that highlights her claim she is beating Barack Obama in the popular vote. The spot is set to run in the remaining two primary states Montana and South ...
Ad Wars: Count The Votes
2008-06-01 15:46:00 Check out our entire video library at Political Realm TV.Presidential Watch: Michigan And FloridaA new group, Count The Votes Casts PAC, aired this ad in Washington, DC and on CNN nationally urging members of the the DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee to seat all the full delegate slates from Michigan and Florida. The ad features several older Democrats who insist the contests were valid, reference the Florida recount in 2000, and suggest disaster lies ahead should the party not count the votes.Senate Watch: ColoradoDemocratic Congressman Mark Udall has launched his second ad of the cycle, "Worth." Udall focuses on national defense in the ad, calling for the creation of a new army division, improving veterans care, and finding Osama bin Laden. "Isn't there a better way to protect America?" Udall asks.Senate Watch: New MexicoRepublican Congressman Steve Pearce decries attacks from House colleague Heather Wilson in his latest ad, "We Can Do Better And We Deserve Better." The Republica...
By: Political Realm
Who’ll win Tuesday’s votes on rent control?
2008-06-01 12:30:00 A new Field Poll shows a split decision heading into Tuesday’s election over dueling state measures that could decide the future of rent control in California. The poll of 660 likely voters, conducted May 17-26, shows Proposition 98 losing 33%-43%, with a margin of error of plus or minus 4.1%. Proposition 99 was favored by 48% and opposed by 30% with the same margin of error. If both initiatives pass, the one with the most votes will become law. (CLICK HERE for the full poll.) The primary focus of both measures is to close a loophole in the state’s eminent domain law to prevent government from taking private property for other private uses. But Prop. 98, with the strong support of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, apartment owners, the mobile home industry and the California Farm Bureau, upped the ante by adding a provision that also would phase out rent control statewide. Prop. 99 supporters, who include tenants rights groups, seniors, mobile home associations an...
Democrats consider Fla., Mich. delegate plans
2008-05-31 21:14:00 WASHINGTON (AP) - Supporters for Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton staked out competing positions Saturday as Democrats searched for a compromise to seat disputed convention delegations from Florida and Michigan and clear the way for a smooth end to the marathon struggle for the presidential nomination. In the opening hours of a daylong meeting of ...
By: TexasFred's
Panel weighs fate of Florida, Michigan votes
2008-05-31 18:50:00 Decision could have major impact on battle between Clinton, Obama read more | digg story [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
How to win votes and influence people: Thursdays with Tushar
2008-05-28 20:31:00 Though I am not a politician, politics fascinates me. I am one of the very few fortunate PR professionals in the country, who did political communication before and I still enjoy doing it as much as I enjoy watching the mysteries of Indian voters unfold in uncanny manner. I find elections more exciting than T20 ...
By: IndiaPRBlog!
Nepal votes to abolish monarchy
2008-05-28 20:13:00 Many Nepalese anticipated the declaration of the republicThe Himalayan nation of Nepal has become the world's newest republic, ending 240 years of monarchy.
By: Get rich
McMore of the Same Votes 100% with Bush in 2008
2008-05-28 06:27:00 When John McCain started preparing himself to run for president in 2008, he knew his votes in the senate would be very important. According to the Congressional Quarterly, when John McCain bothered to show up to vote in the senate, he voted with President Bush 100 percent of the time. CQ determines which pieces of legislation fit with the president?s goals and other literature to determine where the president would stand on the bill. John McCain was voted the most absent senator in 2008, but when he did bother to show up, he voted with the president 100 percent. Granted McCain was campaigning during 2008, but there were many other senators also campaigning for president. Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, Joseph Biden, and Christopher Dodd were all serving in the senate while running for president but did not miss as many votes as McCain did. McCain lost his status as a ?maverick? Republican in the senate when he took his firm position along side President ...
Votes for Philippine Seven Wonders of Nature entries search urged
2008-05-27 21:35:00 Filipinos are urged to vote for the country’s leading natural landmarks in the on-going world search for the newest seven wonders of nature via the internet or mobile phone texting by logging on to www.new7wonders.com . In her provincial sorties lately, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo is actively egging on Filipinos to vote for the country’s natural landmarks ...
Da votes are in...
2008-05-25 23:32:00 The last round of voting in the Libertarian race for their Presidential nomination are:Bob Barr : 324Mary Ruwart : 276Bob Barr is the nominee.
Millions in Criminal Proceeds + Iran's Oil Millions = Hearts, Minds, Votes
2008-05-22 23:37:00 Our future national counterinsurgency or asymmetric threat strategy must take into consideration the success which Hamas, Hezbollah, and other segments of the jihadist community have had in building and operating a social services network which influences the local populace. Matthew Levitt has written extensively on that success; see his post here on November 21, 2007 , "Zakat-Jihad Activism," in which he discusses an excellent "Military Review" article , "S.W.E.T. and Blood: Essential Services in...(read more)
American Idol 2008 Final: 97.5 million votes by phone & text, David Archule
2008-05-22 17:00:00 It goes to prove how popular people love using mobile and home phones because 97.5 million votes were cast on the American Idol 2008 Final between David Archuleta and David Cook. American Idol is the most watched U.S TV show where 25 year-old bartender David Cook won the 2008 seventh season singing competition, the competition was ...
By: Phones Review
Over 5000 Votes Cast for Avril Lavigne at the MMVAs!
2008-05-22 00:00:00 Forum: Avril Lavigne News and Updates Posted By: staticrebelle Post Time: 05-21-2008 at 08:50 PM
?American Idol? Finale: Cook Upsets Archuleta, After Record-Setting Votes
2008-05-22 00:00:00 "American Idol" host Ryan Seacrest called it "the closest competition we've seen," and while that remains up for debate, it certainly drew an audience willing to text and phone in their undying support. With approximately 97.5 million votes cast, this season's tally shattered the show's previous record by more than 23 ...
By: Mp3 weblog
Huckabee Receives 16,000+ Votes in Kentucky Primary
2008-05-21 15:09:00 100% reporting John McCain 142,855 Mike Huckabee 16,239 Ron Paul 13,439http://feeds.feedburner.c-om/MassachusettsForMikeHuckabee- [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
Obama to Capture Necessary Votes Today
2008-05-20 14:26:00 It looks like Barack Obama could end today with enough votes to declare himself the Democratic National Candidate for President. And a long, crazy road it’s been to reach this point. We have never waited this long for a candidate, nor spent this much money trying to choose one. Obama Is Expected to Hit ...
By: Daily Nonsense
Maximize your Votes for Avril Lavigne at the 2008 MMVAs!
2008-05-20 00:00:00 Forum: Avril Lavigne News and Updates Posted By: staticrebelle Post Time: 05-19-2008 at 04:30 PM
Pennsylvania House panel votes for Bush to end cross-border program
2008-05-18 14:50:00 ?Allowing Mexican truckers and long-haul rigs on highways throughout the United States ? absent the rigorous inspections and safety and training standards for U.S. trucks and truck drivers ? is dangerous to the public,? Surra said in a written statement.
By: Mexico Trucker
Senate votes again against domestic oil production. WHY!!!?!??!?!??
2008-05-17 22:49:00 Look, I think Wayne Allard is a putz… an admittedly quick assessment based on limited info. But he got this one right: May 1st, 2008 - Washington, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Wayne Allard (R-Colo.) joined New Mexico Senator Pete Domenici, the Republican leader of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and other Republican Senators to announce the introduction of the American Energy Production Act of 2008. The bill will address America’s soaring gas prices by focusing on common sense measures that will increase production of oil and gas in America. Allard specifically addressed the critical issue regarding the needed development of oil shale in Colorado as an important piece of addressing the energy supply shortages facing the country. “North America’s 3.7 trillion barrel resource of unconventional fuels exceeds by nearly 40% the entire world’s known remaining conventional oil supplies,” said Allard. “U.S. oil shale resources alone exceed 2 trillion barrels of pot...
By: BitsBlog
Detroit City Council Votes to Boot Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick Out
2008-05-15 07:41:00 On Tuesday, the Detroit City Council narrowly voted to oust Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, after investigations showed that he perjured in a whisteblower trial. The council voted as follows on having the governor oust the mayor under her power, having the council itself remove the mayor and censure the mayor: Council President Kenneth Cockrel, Jr. - Yes, Yes, ...
[NORTH AMERICA] U.S. Congress votes to stop stockpiling oil
2008-05-14 21:49:00 The House and Senate demanded on Tuesday that President George W. Bush halt the shipment of oil to the country's strategic petroleum reserve as long as oil prices remain high. "Sticking oil underground is wrong at this point in time," Senator Byron Dorgan, Democrat of North Dakota, said as he... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
By: ENERGY BLOG
Clinton and Obama pander for more votes!
2008-05-13 13:05:00 The West Virginia primary contest is being held today and the candidates are all over the state. Voter Doris Smith, (pictured right), went downtown early Monday to see about getting tickets to Barack Obama's rally. Advance seats were sold out and the only option was to stand in line for up two hours or more and hope for the best. Disappointed, she decided instead to go for breakfast and walked right into Hillary Rodham Clinton's campaign stop. "Oh, I didn't want to do this," Smith said, embarrassed, wearing an Obama T-shirt as Clinton walked into the restaurant. "I didn't know she was going to be here." Smith, who lives in nearby Institute, said she liked Clinton but prefers Obama. As Clinton left the building, Smith stepped up to shake her hand. She told the candidate that getting a Democrat in office was her priority. Clinton agreed with her while touching Smith's shoulder gently, and smiling. Talk about awkward. Clinton is expected to win the state by about 20 points. Bu...
Gallegly?s votes NO in on housing stimulus bill
2008-05-13 03:37:00 Amendment to American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act - Vote Passed (266-154, 13 Not Voting) The House passed a comprehensive housing-stimulus bill through three separate votes, including this measure authorizing the Federal Housing Administration to help refinance as much as $300 billion of subprime loans. How the U.S. House from California voted: voted ? Rep. Joe Baca ...
By: What's Going On
Thanks For The Votes
2008-05-11 00:00:00 I would like to say thanks to all who voted for me so far in the Bloggers choice awards. I have never been one for contest although somtimes I would rather be lucky then good...lol I thought I might make this a little fun sooooo..... You don't have to be a blogger ...
By: BlogDumps
Market historian votes in on the Presidential election cycle
2008-05-09 07:00:00 "The Presidential Election cycle is one Wall Street truism that has historically proven to have merit for investors," explains advisor and market historian Jim Stack (http://www.thestockadvisors.co-m/ccount/click.php?id=1993).In- his InvesTech Market Analyst (http://www.thestockadvisors.co-m/ccount/click.php?id=1993) the advisor reviews the basics of this cycle, its historical reasoning, and what the could portend for the market's action between now and Election Day."Since we are in the midst of an election year, this cycle warrants review. During the 4-year Presidential Election cycle there is a characteristic variation in annual stock market returns that is evident in historical data and actually makes sense when one thinks about it. "Basically, it boils down to just 'good politics.' Politicians worth their salt understand the goal: get anybad economic news over early during your term and have the economy back on track and humming along by Election Day. "Consequently, the...
Ohio Senate votes to strengthen self defense rights
2008-05-08 18:24:00 “Ohioans should have the ability to use force and, if necessary, deadly force to defend themselves and their family against a violent intruder in their home, writes Senator John Carey. “That belief is the genesis behind an important bill passed by the Senate in recent weeks. Senate Bill 184, legislation I am proud to cosponsor, ...
By: Gun News
Ohio Senate votes to strengthen self defense rights
2008-05-08 18:24:00 “Ohioans should have the ability to use force and, if necessary, deadly force to defend themselves and their family against a violent intruder in their home, writes Senator John Carey. “That belief is the genesis behind an important bill passed by the Senate in recent weeks. Senate Bill 184, legislation I am proud to cosponsor, ...
By: Gun News
Obama Just Has Too Many Darned Votes!
2008-05-08 16:46:00 Seriously, only in Liberal World© Following in the footsteps of other bloggers like Jeralyn Merritt and Armando, I must urge the superdelegates, the media and other creative class left blogs to be aware of something before it is too late. I’ve crunched the numbers, looked them over again and again, then again with a sprinkling of eye of newt and found the weakness in Barack Obama’s candidacy: He’s getting too many votes. OK, Olliver is saying this tongue in cheek, or, he’s applying a bit of kryptonite to a few fools (yes, I know most won’t get that reference to Olliver’s old weblog header) Just a little humor to brighten your day. Lord knows it is really, really, really unusual for someone on the Left to post something funny. Copyright © 2008 Pirate's Cove. This Feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this material in your news aggregator, the site you are looking at is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact wteac...
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McCain Loses a Fourth of GOP Votes in IN and NC
2008-05-07 23:47:00 John McCain faces persistent problems in Republican circles. After losing a sizable number of Republican votes in Pennsylvania, the trend continued in yesterday’s primary contests in Indiana and North Carolina. In Indiana, Huckabee won 10%, Paul got 8%, and Mitt Romney carried 5%. In North Carolina, Huckabee picked up 12%, Ron Paul earned 7%, Alan Keyes ...
By: KTracy.com
Dimitar Nalbantov: two more for the votes
2008-05-07 20:29:00 News: 07-05-2008: OK lets cut to the chase... vote for Dimitar Nalbantov: http://www.gtridol.com/dimitar--nalbantov First is a song from his 1st album "Universe" "End Of Summer". He's testing the new Revalver MKIII from Peavey, Using Ibanez RG550 build in 1991. Revalver MKIII Vote for me This is his very old song called "Frank" He's testing the new Revalver MKIII JSX Amp. Ibanez RG550 +... This is a content summary only. Visit Truth In Shredding to find out more!
Republican Votes for Barack Obama in NC Primary
2008-05-07 15:56:00 My dad, a North Carolina republican for years, just hopped the fence and voted for Barack Obama for change he can believe in. Thanks, dad. Congrats, NC. This man must win, and you can help.
Acosta Votes for Democracy
2008-05-07 08:09:00 Manny Acosta called into Razzball HQ yesterday. Here’s what he had to say, “Upon returnance, John Smoltz can have closer job back. Upon Soriano’s returnance, he can have setup role. Gonzalez wants eighth inning and lefty specialist role? He have it. I’m not a lefty anyway. I wish only good happenings to Mr. Cox, my ...
By: The RotoFeed
A Million Votes for Ron Paul
2008-05-07 07:00:00 Republican Presidential candidate Ron Paul eclipsed an important milestone in yesterdays primaries in Indiana and North Carolina. By winning over 71,000 votes, Dr. Paul has earned the backing of over one million supporters across America. ?By voting and caucusing for Dr. Paul, one million Republicans have sent a powerful message to our leaders that they want the GOP to return to its traditions of limited government, personal liberty and a strong national defense,? said campaign spokesman Jesse Benton. ?Dr. Paul and the grassroots movement he has inspired are building a bright future for the Republican Party and the United states of America.? read more
Key US states count primary votes
2008-05-07 01:38:00 there are only six state contests left in the nomination processVotes are being counted in two US states in the last major Democratic party primaries, which help decide the party's presidential nominee.
By: Get rich
Edwards Votes for Hillary Clinton
2008-05-06 19:52:00 As seen on Donna Darko, and confirmed by People Magazine:"Elizabeth: I like Hillary?s health care plan. I don?t like his health care plan or his advertising on health care, which I think is misleading.John: I like something different about Hillary. I think her tenacity shows a real strength that?s inside her." I wish we didn't have to wait to election day for this, but I have great respect for how the Edward's played their cards in this race. I think John has held things close in hope of another run at VP, which seems silly to me, but that is what I think he's up to.
Faculty Senate Votes No Confidence in Garrison (Updated)
2008-05-06 14:54:00 The tally was 77-19 with one abstention. As The Associated Press reports, the measure "demands that Garrison step down, or that the WVU Board of Governors require his resignation.""The Faculty Senate?s action represents only a recommendation," MetroNews observes. "Neither Garrison nor the Board of Governors has to follow the vote. But it does represent a strong feeling by the faculty."MetroNews also has audio.Update: MetroNews also has video of the resolution motion, the final vote and Senate reaction. It also has the text of Garrison's responding statement.Others with reports include The Charleston Gazette, The Daily Athenaeum, Public Broadcasting (with audio) and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
The Links: Seven Votes
2008-05-05 05:01:00 Served fresh (almost) daily...Indiana Polling Average: Clinton +5.5North Carolina Polling Average: Obama +10.6Obama won the Guam caucuses by seven votes, they each get two delegates.John McCain is leading his own veep search.Obama supers: CA Dem Lois Capps, IA Dem Bruce Braley, IN Dem Baron Hill, KY Dem Ben Chandler, and minor superdelegates from Guam, IA, MD, NM, SC, TX, and 3 from Illinois.Clinton supers: MO Dem Ike Skelton, and minors superdelegates from CT, MD, PA, Puerto Rico, TX, and 4 from New York.The NY Times looks at the impact of crossover voting.The Charlotte Observer in NC and the Courier-Journal in KY back Obama.Will McCain's campaign end like Ronald Reagan's or Bob Dole's?Democrat Dan Cazayoux won the House special election in Louisiana's 6th District yesterday, making him the newest Dem superdelegate.Chris Cillizza looks at the top ten controversies/gaffes of the campaign season.New York Republican Vito Fossella was arrested for drunk driving.Useless celebrity en...
By: Political Realm
Guam Final Result: Obama by Seven Votes
2008-05-04 02:32:00 Unofficial result: Obama 2,264 Clinton 2,257 How’s that for GOTV being crucial? Actually, of course, Obama and Clinton will each gain 2 pledged delegates from this result, but since new Guam party chair Pilar Lujan has said that as a superdelegate she would vote for the caucus winner, it gives Obama an advantage. Lujan’s running mate ...
Rick Flores takes it back; Sheriff wins by 133 votes
2008-05-02 18:25:00 Webb County Sheriff's Office - Laredo Texas More than 14 hours after the recount of the ballots cast in the April 8 runoff for the Webb County sheriff’s race began, a new victor has emerged.Sheriff Rick Flores was declared the winner over challenger Martin Cuellar by 133 votes. Flores garnered 13,128 votes to Cuellar’s 12,995. Flores ...
By: Mexico Trucker
Your TIME Top 100 Most Influential People In The World 2008 votes Shigeru M
2008-05-02 18:06:00 Remember back in May 2007 when Shigeru Miyamoto was voted #92 in the 2006 TIME Top 100 Most Influential People In The World? Well that wasn’t high enough according to millions of gamers worldwide… So when TIME magazine asked who you thought should be on the list of the “Your TIME Top 100” list of Most ...
Congressional Votes on Retiree Benefits Scrutinized
2008-05-02 17:10:00 The Alliance for Retired Americans issued a report on how members of Congress have voted regarding retiree benefits. You can see the summary of the report here. The voting record of every single US Representative and Senator is noted and can be found here. In light of the upcoming Presidential campaign, you might find the following ...
Rackspace Supports 2.5 Million American Idol Online Votes
2008-05-02 01:16:00 World Digital leader relies on Rackspace
Fed Votes to Cut Rate a Quarter-Point to 2%
2008-04-30 18:24:00 Exclusive: Fed Votes to Cut Rate a Quarter-Point to 2% The Federal Reserve is Cutting Rates Another 25bp; Fed Says “Substantial” Easing to Date Should Promote Growth, Financial Markets Remain Under “Considerable Stress”; Vote 8-2, With Plosser and Fisher Dissenting; Uncertainity About Inflation “Remains High” and Economic Activity “Remains Weak” No Tags
The Links: Hoops For Votes
2008-04-26 20:34:00 Served fresh (almost) daily...Polling Averages--Indiana: Clinton +1, North Carolina: Obama +18.4Chris Cillizza offers McCain ten moves to win in November.CQ Politics looks at the make or break moments in campaign history.Clinton adds a New Hampshire super.Howard Fineman offers advice to Obama on shedding the elitist label.A major Clinton donor switches allegiances to Obama.Obama uses basketball to appeal to Indiana voters.Dick Cheney hits the fundraising trail for McCain.Obama is going on the air in every remaining state/territory.McCain hits Obama on Ayers and Hamas.The DNC has met with both campaigns to plan for November.Obama reached a fundraising deal with the party, Clinton has not.Veep Watch: Mike Huckabee campaigned with McCain yesterday.Veep Watch: Mitt Romney is at the Nevada Republican Convention for McCain.Veep Watch: Fred Thompson says he'd turn the job down.Jonathan Martin has McCain's regional campaign managers.Obama's campaign has begun a national registration driv...
By: Political Realm
House Votes to Close Code of Ethics Loophole on Contracts Performed Outside
2008-04-24 04:38:00 The requirement found at FAR 52,203-13 was implemented on December 24, 2007 and requires any contractor who is awarded a contract in excess of $5 million to have a written Code of Business Ethics and Conduct within thirty days after award. Large business firms must also implement a training and compliance program within ninety days (see our earlier blog article for additional information). The requirements, however, did not apply to contracts that were to be performed outside of the United States. This “exemption” for foreign projects has now received the attention of the U.S. House of representatives.As reported today by the Associated Press, the House has voted to close a multibillion-dollar loophole in a crackdown on contract fraud, approving plans to force the Bush administration to act within six months. At issue is a Bush administration rule requiring government contractors to report misuse of taxpayer dollars to the Justice Department. The rule, as... |
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