Double suicide bombings kill 38 on Moscow subway - Yahoo! News
Female suicide bombers blew themselves up Monday in twin attacks on Moscow subway stations packed with rush-hour passengers, killing at least 38 people and wounding more than 60, officials said. The carnage blamed on rebels from the Caucasus region follows the killings of several high-profile Islamic militant leaders there. What makes them think they are outside of everything else going on in this crazy world?
Monday, March 29, 2010
Saturday, March 27, 2010
Benefits extension on hold for recess - Manu Raju - POLITICO.com
Benefits extension on hold for recess - Manu Raju - POLITICO.com
With no clear path to resolve the dispute, unemployment insurance is set to expire April 5, COBRA health coverage for the jobless will stop on March 30, and doctors serving Medicare patients will suffer a 21 percent cut in reimbursement rates — but Congress won’t be back in session until April 12. That means that people relying on those benefits — and the government agencies dealing with them — could face some discomfort in the coming weeks.
Read more: http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0310/35089.html#ixzz0jPDStxo3
With no clear path to resolve the dispute, unemployment insurance is set to expire April 5, COBRA health coverage for the jobless will stop on March 30, and doctors serving Medicare patients will suffer a 21 percent cut in reimbursement rates — but Congress won’t be back in session until April 12. That means that people relying on those benefits — and the government agencies dealing with them — could face some discomfort in the coming weeks.
Read more: http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0310/35089.html#ixzz0jPDStxo3
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
President Obama announced 15 recess appointments on Saturday, including two new members of the National Labor Relations Board. "The United States Senate has the responsibility to approve or disapprove of my nominees,” Obama said. “But if, in the interest of scoring political points, Republicans in the Senate refuse to exercise that responsibility, I must act in the interest of the American people and exercise my authority to fill these positions on an interim basis.” Obama said the appointees had waited an average of 214 days to be confirmed.
President Obama announced 15 recess appointments on Saturday, including two new members of the National Labor Relations Board. "The United States Senate has the responsibility to approve or disapprove of my nominees,” Obama said. “But if, in the interest of scoring political points, Republicans in the Senate refuse to exercise that responsibility, I must act in the interest of the American people and exercise my authority to fill these positions on an interim basis.” Obama said the appointees had waited an average of 214 days to be confirmed.
Friday, March 26, 2010
House passes Senate's health care 'fixes' bill - CNN.com
House passes Senate's health care 'fixes' bill - CNN.com
House OKs Senate changes to health care law's "fixes," ending legislative action on Obama's top domestic priority.
House OKs Senate changes to health care law's "fixes," ending legislative action on Obama's top domestic priority.
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
The House passed the health care reform reconciliation bill Thursday on a 220 to 207 vote, ending more than a year of contentious debate in Congress. The legislation makes fixes to the landmark health care reform bill signed into law on Tuesday.
The House passed the health care reform reconciliation bill Thursday on a 220 to 207 vote, ending more than a year of contentious debate in Congress. The legislation makes fixes to the landmark health care reform bill signed into law on Tuesday.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
CNN.com - Breaking News, U.S., World, Weather, Entertainment & Video News
CNN.com - Breaking News, U.S., World, Weather, Entertainment & Video News
Senate passes updated health care "fixes" bill and sends it back to House.
Senate passes updated health care "fixes" bill and sends it back to House.
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
The Senate has passed a package of fixes to the health reform bill, signed by President Barack Obama, by a vote of 56 to 43. The reconciliation bill now goes back to the House for a second vote after Senate Republicans succeeded in making minor changes to the bill. The House plans to vote later Thursday – finally capping a year-long effort to remake the American health care system.
The Senate has passed a package of fixes to the health reform bill, signed by President Barack Obama, by a vote of 56 to 43. The reconciliation bill now goes back to the House for a second vote after Senate Republicans succeeded in making minor changes to the bill. The House plans to vote later Thursday – finally capping a year-long effort to remake the American health care system.
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
Senate parliamentarian Alan Frumin has ruled in favor of the Republicans on two minor provisions in the reconciliation bill, which will send the legislation back to the House for a new vote, according to a spokesman for Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.).
Senate parliamentarian Alan Frumin has ruled in favor of the Republicans on two minor provisions in the reconciliation bill, which will send the legislation back to the House for a new vote, according to a spokesman for Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.).
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
FACT CHECK: Spinning the new health care law - Yahoo! News
FACT CHECK: Spinning the new health care law - Yahoo! News
The tumultuous health care debate that brought you death panels and socialism has spun off a catalog of popular myths that will keep growing as President Barack Obama and all sides battle toward the midterm elections this fall.
The tumultuous health care debate that brought you death panels and socialism has spun off a catalog of popular myths that will keep growing as President Barack Obama and all sides battle toward the midterm elections this fall.
Monday, March 22, 2010
Analysis: Political lift of health bill uncertain - Yahoo! News
Analysis: Political lift of health bill uncertain - Yahoo! News
The initial blush of President Barack Obama's health care triumph immediately gives way to a sober political reality — he must sell the landmark legislation to an angry and unpredictable electorate, still reeling from the recession.
The initial blush of President Barack Obama's health care triumph immediately gives way to a sober political reality — he must sell the landmark legislation to an angry and unpredictable electorate, still reeling from the recession.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
Health reform holdout Rep. Bart Stupak of Michigan announced Sunday that he and fellow anti-abortion Democrats have reached an agreement with the White House to defuse the controversy over abortion in the health care bill and will now vote “yes” on it – appearing to give Democrats enough votes to pass the sweeping overhaul by day’s end. The move came just after the White House announced that President Barack Obama will sign an executive order reaffirming a ban on federal funding of abortions.
Health reform holdout Rep. Bart Stupak of Michigan announced Sunday that he and fellow anti-abortion Democrats have reached an agreement with the White House to defuse the controversy over abortion in the health care bill and will now vote “yes” on it – appearing to give Democrats enough votes to pass the sweeping overhaul by day’s end. The move came just after the White House announced that President Barack Obama will sign an executive order reaffirming a ban on federal funding of abortions.
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Harlem Children's Zone
Harlem Children's Zone
Successful education. How can this educational program be replicated throughout the United States? Talk to your Congressman.
Successful education. How can this educational program be replicated throughout the United States? Talk to your Congressman.
Obama Outlines Plan for Education Overhaul - NYTimes.com
Obama Outlines Plan for Education Overhaul - NYTimes.com
How do we hold parents accountable for their children? What laws are needed? Do we need to hold those parents receiving government entitlements responsible for their children's attendance and progress in schools? I think the policies governing these elements are crucial in determining how education will proceed in the future.
How do we hold parents accountable for their children? What laws are needed? Do we need to hold those parents receiving government entitlements responsible for their children's attendance and progress in schools? I think the policies governing these elements are crucial in determining how education will proceed in the future.
Teen charged in NJ Walmart racial comment case - Yahoo! Finance
Teen charged in NJ Walmart racial comment case - Yahoo! Finance
A 16-year-old boy patronizing a Walmart store in southern New Jersey took over the public-address system and ordered black people to leave, angering customers and prompting company leaders to apologize, police said Saturday.
A 16-year-old boy patronizing a Walmart store in southern New Jersey took over the public-address system and ordered black people to leave, angering customers and prompting company leaders to apologize, police said Saturday.
Credit scores can drop after getting loan help - Yahoo! Finance
Credit scores can drop after getting loan help - Yahoo! Finance
Some homeowners who sign up for the government's mortgage assistance program are getting a nasty surprise: Lower credit scores. I sent President Obama a letter about Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. This is nothing new.
Some homeowners who sign up for the government's mortgage assistance program are getting a nasty surprise: Lower credit scores. I sent President Obama a letter about Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. This is nothing new.
Friday, March 19, 2010
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer said Friday that Democrats will be able to pass health reform by Sunday. "We'll have the votes when the roll is called," Hoyer said. The Democrats top vote-counter, Rep. James Clyburn, agreed. "I feel very sure that we'll vote on this some time Sunday, and the bill will pass," Clyburn said.
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer said Friday that Democrats will be able to pass health reform by Sunday. "We'll have the votes when the roll is called," Hoyer said. The Democrats top vote-counter, Rep. James Clyburn, agreed. "I feel very sure that we'll vote on this some time Sunday, and the bill will pass," Clyburn said.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Black people must leave, NJ Walmart announcer says - Yahoo! Finance
Black people must leave, NJ Walmart announcer says - Yahoo! Finance
A male voice came over the public-address system Sunday evening at a store in Washington Township, in southern New Jersey, and calmly announced: "Attention, Walmart customers: All black people, leave the store now."
A male voice came over the public-address system Sunday evening at a store in Washington Township, in southern New Jersey, and calmly announced: "Attention, Walmart customers: All black people, leave the store now."
Monday, March 15, 2010
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
A POLITICO survey: The tea party's least favorite Republicans
A POLITICO survey: The tea party's least favorite Republicans
Friday, March 12, 2010
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi told her members Friday to brace themselves for a climatic health care vote as early as next week, warning them to clear their schedules for next weekend and promising to stay in session until the landmark vote, people present at the meeting told POLITICO. President Barack Obama has postponed an overseas trip until March 21, and Pelosi said, "I am delighted the president will be here for the passage of the bill. It will be historic."
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi told her members Friday to brace themselves for a climatic health care vote as early as next week, warning them to clear their schedules for next weekend and promising to stay in session until the landmark vote, people present at the meeting told POLITICO. President Barack Obama has postponed an overseas trip until March 21, and Pelosi said, "I am delighted the president will be here for the passage of the bill. It will be historic."
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Gov: Tax hike for education, billions in spending cuts :: CHICAGO SUN-TIMES ::
Gov: Tax hike for education, billions in spending cuts :: CHICAGO SUN-TIMES ::
Uncorking a risky election-year gambit, Gov. Quinn on Wednesday proposed a 33 percent increase in the state income tax to avoid "sacrificing the future of a generation of children."
Quinn's push to hike the tax on Illinois workers' paychecks from 3 percent to 4 percent came with a promise to devote all of the $2.8 billion in new annual revenues to education, staving off the $1.3 billion in cuts the governor aimed at the state's schoolchildren and university students if the tax hike doesn't materialize.
Uncorking a risky election-year gambit, Gov. Quinn on Wednesday proposed a 33 percent increase in the state income tax to avoid "sacrificing the future of a generation of children."
Quinn's push to hike the tax on Illinois workers' paychecks from 3 percent to 4 percent came with a promise to devote all of the $2.8 billion in new annual revenues to education, staving off the $1.3 billion in cuts the governor aimed at the state's schoolchildren and university students if the tax hike doesn't materialize.
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Quinn budget to mean painful choices for Ill. - 3/10/10 - Chicago News - abc7chicago.com
Quinn budget to mean painful choices for Ill. - 3/10/10 - Chicago News - abc7chicago.com
After a year of insisting Illinois should raise taxes, Gov. Pat Quinn is set to propose a new budget that would leave tax rates untouched. Instead, he'll address the state's massive deficit mostly by borrowing money and letting bills go unpaid.
After a year of insisting Illinois should raise taxes, Gov. Pat Quinn is set to propose a new budget that would leave tax rates untouched. Instead, he'll address the state's massive deficit mostly by borrowing money and letting bills go unpaid.
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