President Bush Meets with Bicameral and Bipartisan Members of Congress to Discuss Economy FULL STREAMING VIDEO Cabinet Room. In Focus: Economy, 4:03 P.M. EDT. PODCAST OF THIS ARTICLETHE PRESIDENT: I want to thank the leaders of the House and the Senate for coming. I appreciate our presidential candidates for being here, as well.We are in a serious economic crisis in the country if we don't pass a
Caitlin told you about these goofy election candies a few weeks ago, but here’s a quick report that the Bipartisan and Republican Sets are now available. (Candy Addict stands firm in maintaining that candy knows no political party; candy loves red, blue, and purple states; and candy always seeks common ground.)
Now, supposedly the McCain [...]
This is entering self-caricature territory. And we're only in August. Yup: Sen. Collins delivers a speech--billed as a "special message"--that runs a full 100 seconds without mentioning a single issue or issue position.
“WASHINGTON — Today, the Federal Communications Commission published an enforcement order punishing Comcast, the nation’s largest cable company, for blocking Internet users’ access to legal online content and services. The order, approved by a bipartisan majority on...
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A bipartisan majority of the Federal Communications Commission has reportedly voted to punish Comcast, the nation's largest cable company, for blocking consumers' access to the open Internet.
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Via Queerty... While presidential hopeful John McCain continues to support Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell, a vast - and growing - number of Americans are coming out against the discriminatory policy:Public attitudes about gays in the military have shifted dramatically since President Bill Clinton unveiled what became his administration’s “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy 15 years ago today. Seve
Representative Peter Welch (D-Vermont) said that the Credit Card Bill of Rights has bipartisan support and that he expects it to pass, according to WCAX-TV News. This is in contrast to previous reports from others who were less optimistic about the prospects of meaningful Congressional legislation on credit card reform. Nevertheless, it is good to hear.
Since the beginning of the war in Iraq, President Bush has adopted a Republican approach to victory and a disdain for those who dare opposing his policiies. Democrats were vilified and even a former US senator who lost his limbs fighting in Vietnam was accused of being anti-American by Republicans. However, now that Iraq has [...]
In the midst of all the bipartisan mumbo jumbo that’s entailed in running for president, Bud Light decided to take it upon themselves and throw a mixer. Everyone was there, and everyone got blasted - especially the Johns. John McCain and John Kerry (pictured on the opposite side as just written) just sat [...]
Move over, Sens. Clinton and McCain, at various times dubbed “the new Nixon.” Our own Jack Pitney was the first to notice correlations between RN ‘68 and Obama ‘08, and now Rod Dreher says the man from Illinois needs to reach all the way back to ‘52 and make a Checkers speech.
According to one source he seriously considering it. Much to the chagrin of some.From the Times Online:Obama is hoping to appoint cross-party figures to his cabinet such as Chuck Hagel, the Republican senator for Nebraska and an opponent of the Iraq war, and Richard Lugar, leader of the Republicans on the Senate foreign relations committee. Senior advisers confirmed that Hagel, a highly decorated Vietnam war veteran and one of McCain’s closest friends in the Senate, was considered an ideal candidate for defence secretary. Some regard the outspoken Republican as a possible vice-presidential nominee although that might be regarded as a “stretch”. Asked about his choice of cabinet last week, Obama told The Sunday Times: “Chuck Hagel is a great friend of mine and I respect him very m
Ron Paul himself might be a decent guy, but by now most bloggers have a pretty low opinion of his supporters, who undoubtedly do Paul more harm than good (except for the days on which they raise four million dollars, which is always helpful). The “Paultards” just don’t seem to understand basic “netiquette,” the difference between blogs and debating forums, and good manners in general. Many sites now outright ban Paul supporters. Others of us find it necessary to utilize heavy moderation to maintain the quality of our sites.
Rather than banning Paul supporters outright (and many have asked for this) I prefer to allow selective posts to provide some discussion and elaboration of the subjects of the post without allowing the comment section to degrade to total nonsense. Some posts are weeded out for duplication of matters already discussed, and far more are weeded out for their sheer idiocy. I doubt I will allow many more posts on the dangers of the Council o
Sono polemico. Lo so.
Sì, sì, sììì !!!
Sono molto, molto polemico anche oggi che è "la vigilia di sabato".
Non ci posso fare niente, io quando leggo certe notizie non sorrido anzi vado su tutte le furie.
Sentite cosa dice la lettera che la senatrice ulivista Albertina Soliani e il senatore Udc Rocco Buttiglione hanno scritto ai questori del Senato della Repubblica:
"Ci rivolgiamo a voi con una richiesta di miglioramento della qualità della vita in Senato. La buvette non è provvista di gelati. Noi pensiamo che sarebbe utile che lo fosse e siamo certi di interpretare in questo il desiderio di molti. E' possibile provvedere? Si tratterebbe di adeguare i servizi del Senato alle esigenze della normale vita quotidiana delle persone. In attesa di riscontro, porgiamo cordiali saluti".
Avete letto che classe? Che finezza? Che attaccamento al Paese? Alle prossime elezioni ne spedirei una copia a tutti quelli
From The Israel Project: Israel's image and support for Israel in the conflict at five-year highs among U.S. opinion elite; Islamic extremism overwhelmingly blamed for instability in the Middle East; Fully 84% of U.S. opinion elite consider Israel one of U.S.' strongest allies; A total of 75% opinion elite believe the U.S. should not resume sending aid to the Palestinian Authority until Hamas officially recognizes Israel's right to exist and denounces terrorism; Nearly three-fourths of opinion elite believe Iran should be stopped from developing nuclear weapons; More than eight of 10 opinion elite say Americans should divest of companies that do business in Iran. Washington, D.C. - A new poll (Word document, Powerpoint) commissioned by The Israel Project (TIP) shows that Israel's image is at a five-year high among U.S. opinion elite. When asked to rate their feelings on a scale of one to 100, in which 1 meant "very cold or unfavorable" and 100 meant "warm/very favorable," Isr
Group Working For Bipartisan Presidential TicketExcerpt:"Unity08's organizers may have the experience and connections to get the initiative off the ground, but they are depending on a modern Internet phenomenon for its success. They plan to hold the first online presidential convention, which will essentially be a nationwide online primary to elect a ticket."http://abcnews.go.com/WNT/Politics/story?id=3020804&page=1Alex
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell says Republicans are trying to craft a “bipartisan solution” to illegal immigration — generating concern among party members who consider President Bush’s goal to be amnesty.
Mr. McConnell, echoing Mr. Bush’s optimism for overhauling immigration law to include citizenship opportunities for illegal aliens, said senators are trying to pull Republicans “together behind our proposal.”
“There’s a pretty broad desire to have an accomplishment, to do something, even among members who voted against final passage last year. There is still a lot of sentiment that a comprehensive bill would be the right thing to do,” said Mr. McConnell, Kentucky Republican.
Mr. Bush last week told foreign leaders he sees reasons for optimism and said that “the mood in the Congress seems like it has changed” in favor of completing a broad bill that includes a path to citizenship — the linchpin of an
Don Walton of the Lincoln Journal Star has a piece out today that discusses the bipartisan resoultion on Iraq and Chuck Hagel's thinking about 2008. Here is an excerpt:Biden and Levin said Hagel approached them with the proposal for a bipartisan resolution. Most of the language came from Hagel, who has consistently expressed concern about the administration's policy in Iraq, even before the war began.Hagel said he's not concerned about the possible impact of Wednesday's action on his political future."I don't worry about that (when) young men and women are being snuffed out in war. I do what I think is right for my country."Am I unmindful of the politics, unmindful I may announce soon that I'm going to run for president? No," Hagel said.But that decision has not been made, he said.Issues like Iraq motivate him to lead and be engaged, he said, but seeking the presidency is "not the only way to do it"That decision has "got to fit with you, your family, your gut
President Bush sent his top advisers to the Hill on Thursday to convince congress that his new strategy for Iraq would work this time. They were met with strong bipartisan opposition as members of congress grilled Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Secretary of Defense Robert Gates about the new strategy. Gates told lawmakers today that there was a new attitude among the Iraqi government and Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki to cooperate and do their part in order to stop the violence in Iraq.Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Peter Pace and Secretary Gates both said it would soon be clear whether or not the Iraqi government was committed to meeting their end of the agreement. "I want you to know that the timetable for the introduction of additional U.S. forces will provide ample opportunity early on, and before many of the additional U.S. troops arrive in Iraq, to evaluate the progress of this endeavor and whether the Iraqis are fulfilling their commitments to us," Mr
Senator Hagel's office put this press release up on their site today:February 1st, 2007 - Hagel Cosponsors Bipartisan Resolution Putting Senate on Record Opposing Additional U.S. Troops to IraqWASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE) released the following statement today regarding his support for the revised Warner Resolution:"After extensive hearings, negotiations, and debate, the Senate has taken an important step toward sending a clear bipartisan message against adding 21,500 new U.S. troops to Iraq. I have appreciated working with Senators Warner and Levin to meld our two different Congressional Resolutions into one bipartisan resolution. We approached Senator Warner several times to try and resolve the differences. Last night, we came together to produce this resolution. We have agreed to a responsible and constructive resolution that reflects America's interests in Iraq and the Middle East."Next week's debate will be important to the American people and put th
