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      Congress Set to Renew Health Care for Children
      The House Democratic leader said the bill, which will provide health insurance to millions of low-income children, was similar to legislation twice vetoed by President Bush.

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      Let's Tell Congress: How Would You Change IDEA - Reauthorization Part I
      Special education law is a cycle of ever-changing requirements. Guess what, reauthorization is due again in 2009. For newcomers, the cycle of special ed law is as follows: the law is passed by Congress, OSEP adopts regulations, the states adopt regulations, all of these are interpreted in hearing officer decisions and court opinions. Then just when we are starting to get comfortable (insert co

      Written by: Special Education Law Blog


      Southern and Western States to Gain Seats in Congress
      People Are Migrating To The South and the WestWith Such Cold, Who Can Blame Them?Southern and western states are poised to snatch more congressional seats from the rest of the country as Americans pursue open spaces and warmer climates.The nation's migration west and south has slowed, according to new government population estimates. But states in the Northeast and Midwest are still projected to l

      Written by: Mainstream Iowan


      Best Congress Ever
      "This country has come to feel the same when Congress is in session as when the baby gets hold of a hammer."  --Will Rogers "There is no distinctly native American criminal class, except Congress." --Mark Twain If only those two could be here now, to see how right they were.  Congress is back down into the single digit approval rating again.  Way to go, Nancy.  Way to go,

      Written by: The BL Rag


      KS-01: Lord, There's Another One- Barker Files for Congress
      Another man's made it' official: Tim Barker is running for Congress in the Kansas First District.Pratt resident Tim Barker has filed to run for the U.S. House of Representatives 1st District from Kansas on the Republican ticket.Barker, who will be 30 on Dec. 26, filed the paperwork on Friday, Dec. 12 and it was received at the Federal Election Commission in Washington D.C. on Tuesday, Dec. 16.

      Written by: Kansas Jackass


      choice of Morocco to host FIA 19th congress attests to esteem for its cultural identity
      King Mohammed VI said the convening of the 19th congress of the International Federation of Actors (FIA) in Marrakech attests to this institution's will to be "in keeping with the interest the international community is currently taking in the Southern hemisphere" as well as to esteem for Morocco "which boasts a time-honored history as well as a rich, unified national identity." In a message se

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      Congress Probes Wyeth's 'Ghostwritten' Drug Studies
      Congressional investigators are probing drug maker Wyeth's scientific-paper writing practices, specifically concerns that its marketing employees help shape manuscripts for medical journals. Senator Charles Grassley asked the company to disclose payments he said were made to prepare certain articles, and for information about how doctors were recruited to place their names on those articles. The a

      Written by: Mercola Health Blog


      introduction to the O3 congress may 2003
      slide show presentation introducing medical ozone and it's known properties.download pdf (size 632k)6-Day Colon Cleanse Kit $92.85[ learn more ] Kit Includes: One bottle of Oxy-Powder®, one bottle of Latero-Flora™ and one bottle of Organic Aloe Vera Juice.Cleanses: One 6-Day Advanced Oxygen Colon Cleanse (Oxy-Powder®). Takes 6 days to complete cleanse.Dr. Group's Opinion: Optimal and complete

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      "CONGRESS SOUNDS WAR CRY" - REALLY?
      "Congress sounds war cry." That was the screaming headline of Hindustan Times that greeted the citizens of Delhi on December 09, 2008. "Wins 3 to BJP's 2 in semi-finals" was the explanation justifying this dramatic headline of a newspaper known to be a close supporter of the Congress party. Such a headline would have made anyone believe that the Congress had defeated the BJP in three of the five s

      Written by: India Retold


      Auto Bailout Sitting in Divided Congress
      As Democrats are pushing for the auto bailout in Congress, urging for a quick and effective rescue of the Big 3, Republicans are stalling the push forward, discontent with certain provisions of the bailout plan. Republican support will be critical, especially in the Senate where a filibuster is probable if there are not at least [...]

      Written by: Michigan Youth Political Alliance


      Posted Without Comment: Chrysler Refuses To Give Congress Its Financials
      Chrysler would like several billion dollars as a part of the initial car company bailout and says that it is close to bankruptcy. In an essay in Bloomberg,... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

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      SC World Congress 2008
      SC Magazine is having it's SC World Congress 2008 on December 9-10 at the Javits Center in New York City. This is a must attend Conference and Expo for IT Security Professionals.The Expo access is Free if you register online ($50 onsite registration) and conference fees are detailed on the registration website. Click here to register.For more details about this Conference and Expo, please visit:-W

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      Wagoner now driving Volt mule to Congress
      General Motors CEO Rick Wagoner will be taking advantage of the media circus surrounding his drive from Detroit to Washington D.C. tomorrow.

      Written by: Auto Mottos Blog


      Congress & Senators Owe Farmers an Apology
      Okay, so my frustration over the government bailouts is growing. I don't stew in it as I don't want an ulcer or other health problems over something that I cannot control. The blame and excuses are just ridiculous. I just can't seem to understand these people.So why do I believe that farmers are owed an apology? It's because the same folks who complained about the farm bill are the same ones b

      Written by: A Mixed Bouquet


      Ben, Hank and Congress
      Recently, I started reading about the depression era because of the economic time period we are in.  Like many Americans it seems as if recessions, downturns, etc. creep upon us every 10 years or so and I felt we should somehow be able to control that.  However, after reading more, that’s exactly what happens.  Recessions are a normal part [...]

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      Congress is not completely void of responsible individuals.
      Watch this!!! GOP Sen. Jim Inhofe’s S. 3683As you watch this, ask yourself the following questions.1) Do you disagree with him? If so, why?2) Are you angry? If so, write to YOUR congressman.3) Since the first bailout, has our economy improved?The thought process is very simple here. America is on the brink of performing the most atrocious anti-free market, anti-capitalist hari-kari in it's histo

      Written by: Right Condition


      FIRST LOOK: An Industry Insider's Open Letter to Congress, The Big Three, and the UAW
      Hal Popplewell is a business owner with a strong foothold in the motor city. His company(s) have been in direct business with Ford and Chrysler for over 10 years. He's watched the current mess unfold slowly from a unique insider perspective. He had some harsh words and advice for Congress, The Big Three (Ford, Chrysler, General motors), and for the United Auto Workers Union in an open letter rele

      Written by: Down The Center Politics


      New democracy student youth's congress on "valorisation" of the polytechnic school sabotaged and cancelled (Thessaloniki, 21/11/2008)
      Text in greek and more photos at poster claiming responsibility (greek language): morning around 40 persons broke down the congress organized by DAP-NDFK (ruling party's student youth club) in the polytechnic school of Aristotle University. Main speakers were well-known fraudsmen as the dean Manthos, the proctor Mousiopoulos of polytechnic school, the mayor of Polichni (note a small town outside

      Written by: Direct action news from Greece


      Sick market, sick congress
      Two quick points.1) Democrats asked the auto industry to formulate a plan and get back to congress by December 2nd. You know my position on the matter and I find it sickening to see this kind of government involvement.Let the free market work! If people are not buying American cars, then it is a clear signal that these American cars are over priced. The price information being telegraphed from the

      Written by: Right Condition


      Record number of Jews in upcoming congress
      The Jewish Daily Forward November 18, 2008 When the new Congress debuts in January 2009, a record 45 Jews will take the oath of office: 32 in the House of Representatives and -- regardless of the outcome in the still-contested Minnesota election -- 13 Jews in the Senate. Among the three newcomers to the House are a young, gay, multimillionaire entr...

      Written by: The 800 Pound Gorilla


      Congress debates the auto bailout.
      Today congress met to discuss whether or not to bailout the auto industry or rather the Big 3. As mentioned in a previous post, the BIG 3 are controlled by the UAW and they are running the show in Michigan. Specifically their wages and benefits twice exceed that of the competitors.However what I find most shocking is the very essence of discussing a non-existent issue. While I can understand the j

      Written by: Right Condition


      Share Your Ideas with Nurses in Congress
      Health care and the nursing shortage are going to be BIG on the Hot Topics list for the next administration and Congress to discuss this next term....One of the primary points that I feel very passionate about is that nurses must advocate for themselves, their fellow nurses and their patients. We must have a strong and collective voice. That doesn't mean that we must all have the same voice.Provid

      Written by: The Nursing Site Blog


      Congress: Deeper into the morass
      Indian National Congress general secretary Margaret Alva’s allegation, before she was forced out of the post, would not shock many who are aware of the internal workings of the party. That she has chosen to make something known to those close to the Congress public does not boost the image of Ms. Alva. For, she [...]

      Written by: KeralaViews


      GE, Owners of MSNBC to get $139 Billion in Debt Guarantees From Democrat Congress/US Taxpayers
      GE placed their bets on the Democrats and won. Now for the payback in the form of $139 billion in debt guarantees from the US taxpayer, courtesy of the Democrat controlled Congress. Whenever you wonder why MSNBC were/are completely in the tank for Obama, now you know. FOLLOW THE MONEY. I want the record to show that should the Democrat Congress agree to guarantee $139 billion dollars of my curre

      Written by: Neocon Express


      Obama Urges Congress To Move On Economic Plan (VIDEO)
      President-elect Barack Obama on Saturday urged Congress to get moving next week on an economic rescue plan that would extend jobless benefits among other actions. read more digg story [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

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      While Paulson Waffles, the White House Dawdles, and Congress Dithers, the Economy Continues to Burn
      Arianna Huffington: So, $290 billion into his bailout plan, Hank Paulson is calling for a do-over. Now there is a confidence booster. Not that Paulson's midstream direction change is a bad thing - indeed, the lip service he's now paying to putting the focus on consumers is encouraging - but it shows just how uncertain Washington is about how to keep the economy from imploding. In the meantime,

      Written by: Siaar Group


      Congress May Not Act on Global Warming until 2010
      This is a temporary sigh of relief for many of us skeptics. According to a prediction by Senator Jeff Bingaman (D-NM), contrary to what Barack Obama says, any action on global warming may have to... ** Visit SkepticsGlobalWarming.com for the full story, this week's video, and news updates weekdays! **

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      junior NTR Jr Joining Congress!?
       With so much happening on the political fronts especially in our state, as each day is getting closer to the elections, more and more dramatic developments are happening. The key issue that is being discussed all over is the 'Yuvagarjana' and the reports that it has actually turned out to be a good success. However, there seems to be an Achilles' h

      Written by: hansika motwani


      Lame Duck Congress Could Pass Auto Industry Aid Next Week
      As GM and the other US automakers rapidly crumble into insolvency, the Congress will likely move to act and pass an auto bailout bill next week. As GM’s CEO has said, the situation is so dire that if it waited until Obama takes office on January 20th, it would be too late for GM. House [...] Related posts:Paulson Says Auto Industry Aid Should Not Come From Wall Street Bailout, Congression

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      Congress Needs to Reexamine Handling of Old Debts and Credit Scores
      One would think that your credit score would be helped by paying off old debts.  After all, if you were penalized for failing to pay the debt, then paying the debt in full - even if your payment was not on time - should boost your credit score.  Sounds logical, but alas, it does not [...]

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      Omaré Professional Skin Care launches Persian Gulf State Distribution at the Dubai Congress on Anti Aging & Aesthetic Medicine
      Omaré France is pleased to announce the launching of Omaré distribution in the Persian Gulf State region starting this November with their new regional distributor QCan International, a rapidly growing company headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada with Middle East regional office in Kuwait (QCAN General Trading Co.). Distribution will kick off with the Qcan’s participation at the Dub

      Written by: Omare Beauty News


      Pershing Square's Bill Ackman at Value Investing Congress
      Todd Sullivan over at Value Plays has posted up an excellent audio clip of the Q&A session Bill Ackman held during the Value Investing Congress that took place a few weeks ago. Well worth your time to listen.

      Written by: Market Folly


      The Cost of Congress
        This is an interesting graphic that shows the effect of congress on gas prices over the last 8 years. Subscribe to Oliver 40274

      Written by: Oliver 40274


      Congress passed the bill on teacher's salary.
      The salary of Cebu Province sponsored the bill. The bill is about the transfer of payroll of Filipino Teachers from Manila or Deped Central Office to each Regional Offices of the Department of Education.This bill will improve the speed of salary distribution and reduce the opportunity of automatic deduction by Manila based insurance company that regularly targeted teachers.The current set up also

      Written by: DepEd Cebu


      Congress Poll Closed
      Dear RPF members, the Congress Poll has closed. Here are the results: (1.) Sergieh 15 votes/27% (ACCLIMITIVE VICTORY [HEAD OF SENATE BY DEFAULT]) ———————————————————————- 1. Jedimaster17 11 votes/20% 2. Spaceybirdy 7 votes/13% 3. Soccerpr30611 5 votes/9% =4. Fur

      Written by: Club Penguin RPF


      Ted Turner offers sustainable tourism criteria at World Conservation Congress : TerraCurve.com - Responsible travel news, places, people and events.
      Voluntary standards that focus on the most critical aspects of sustainable tourism in order to help travel suppliers around the world meet increasing consumer demand for products and services that will have positive effects on communities and the environment. (UNWTO) - United Nations Foundation Founder and Chairman Ted Turner joined the Rainforest Alliance, the United Nations Environment Programm

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      Ron Paul Endorses Tom McClintock For Congress
      The Issue:  Ron Paul, former Republican candidate for President and Texas Congressman has endorsed Tom McClintock for Congress in California’s 4th Congressional District.  In addition, Paul has asked his base to support McClintock’s campaign financially. Tom McClintock is in a close race for the Congressional seat formerly held by Republican John Dolittle in Northern California.  [.

      Written by: The Policy Report


      American Torturer Runs for Congress as a Republican
      Colonel Allen West oversaw the torture of an innocent Iraqi. Now he is running for Congress and Republicans are saying his biggest asset is his experience as a war criminal. read more digg story [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

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      GOVERNOR PATERSON CALLS ON CONGRESS TO INCLUDE STATES IN SHAPING REFORM AND OVERSIGHT OF THE RESCUE PLAN
      In an open letter to Congressional leadership, Governor David A. Paterson today urged Congress to include state representation in oversight responsibilities for the implementation of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act (EESA). Additionally, Governor Paterson announced that he will testify before the House Ways & Means Committee on Wednesday for a hearing on “Economic Recovery, Job Creation

      Written by: NEW YORK PARALEGAL BLOG


      Barney “Rubble” Frank – Congress Will Reduce Military, Increase Taxes – After Election
      Ouch, just when you thought it was safe to elect Obama (speaking to committed Democrats and those independents who consistently vote Democrat and of course, all those voters registered by Acorn, including Mickey Mouse), president – Barney Frank opens his mouth and suggests you rethink your choice.In a meeting with the Standard-Times editorial board (not an uncommon practice in Massachusetts: Ted

      Written by: Degrees of Moderation and Sanity


      AECOC will use audience response system at its Annual Congress
      The twenty-third AECOC congress, one of the main meeting points for businesspeople, chairpersons and general managers of large production and distribution companies in Spain, will use electronic keypads at the series of conferences to be held on October 29 and 30, in Barcelona. PowerVote will supply AECOC a total of 1,200 keypads.The interactive keypads are an essential tool to increase meeting p

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      PMI Global Congress 2008 Highlights
      The PMI is opening up.

      Written by: Reforming Project Management


      Just A Couple of Fun Congress Pictures...
      Smiles that melt my heart.Pugsly had his own little basket to ride in while cruising around in the golf cart.The smallest saddle I've ever seen...Cristino looks ready to ride.  He just needs some boots.Haley eating fake grapes in a horse trailer.My dream truck.  A girl can dream right?

      Written by: Imporving Communication Between Horse and Rider


      Metropolis Congress merchandise that really hit the mark
      The Metropolis Congress is a conference for urban planners from around the globe to discus planning for the great cities of the world. If you are talking in terms of the aesthetics of modern cities and how to accommodate the practicalities of modern living – your message is great design that works for the people. And if your people are have urban planners and architects converging on Sydne

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      NAR Calls for Congress to Give a Boost to the Housing Sector
      The National Association of Realtors is calling on Congress to pass new housing stimulus legislation it says will "give a boost to the economy and help to calm jittery potential home buyers."The NAR proposes eliminating the repayment of the $7,500 first-time home buyer tax credit and expanding it to all home buyers; making higher mortgage loan limits permanent to benefit buyers in high-cost areas;

      Written by: Your Athens Ga Realtor


      Congress considers taking over Workers’ Compensation under the Defense Base Act
      I read recently that Congress was considering a proposal that the federal government take control of the administration, funding and all other aspects of the Defense Base Act.  While I think that we all agree that AIG is not the most efficient and fair manager of the Act, just ask anyone who has ever had [...]

      Written by: The Defense Base Act Blog


      Let’s Meet at PMI Congress 2008 in Denver
      I've been invited by PMI to join their newly organized New Media Council. I'll be attending the PMI Congress for the first time. I hope to see many of you there. Please contact me if you want to connect. © 2008 Hal, Reforming Project Management. | Permalink | No comments Add to [...]

      Written by: Reforming Project Management


      Congress and Communal riots in India
      The anti-Christian violence in Orissa did claim 35 lives but not one person died in Karnataka. Still, the UPA did issue warnings to both the state governments under the Article 355 of Indian constitution--a rare thing.In sharp contrast, Assam where Congress is the ruling party, no action was taken though the figure of death went past 60 and 150,000 people had to fled their homes. The riots at Rabo

      Written by: About Indian Muslims


      World Conservation Congress - The conservation olympics
      On being green when the world has the blues From Economist.com, Oct 13th 2008 IS THE Antarctic Treaty System helping to preserve biodiversity? What are the demands on groundwater in Azraq oasis in Jordan? How do the authorities of Parana state in Brazil control invasive species? The answer to all these questions, and many, many more could be found at the World Conservation Congress, which ends o

      Written by: Boiling Spot


      Congress Assaults UIGEA
      Another congressional push to de-claw the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act came Thursday when U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-N.J.) proposed the Internet Game Licensing and Control Act (S3616). The bill aims to define specific Internet wagers and online casinos, such as poker, bridge and mahjong, as “skill games” and seeks to legalize and regulate them.If passed, Menendez’s bill wo

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      From the congress album
      With Nixon...Indiraji looked more like the President eh? Did not feel like blogging and hence a dip into the past....I hope you had a sober weekend.

      Written by: The 100% unofficial blog of the Indian Prime Minister | Desi | Parody | Funny | Smart


      Pelosi-Reid Congress: Are You Better Off After 2 Years of Democrat Control?
      - Scott Miller Let’s see here… 2 years ago, the last time we got “CHANGE” in Washington, when the Democrats took control of Congress: The DOW was at 12,500, today it’s at 9,450 The NASDAQ was at 2,500, today its at 1,750 Gas Prices averaged $2.50/gallon, today $3.50/gallon The average home sale was $325,000, today $255,000 You sure you want more “CHANGE̶

      Written by: The Conservative Post


      Rep. Brad Sherman: Congress Threatened with Martial Law over Bailout
      Rep. Brad Sherman:Congress Threatened with Martial LawIf Bailout Bill Not PassedMainstream Media MumA Democrat congressman makes a claim that was televised on C-SPAN that some congressmen were told that if the bailout bill wasn't passed, there would be "martial law in America"--and the Mainstream Media is silent."The only way they can pass this bill is by creating and sustaining a panic atmosphere

      Written by: Death By 1000 Papercuts


      Cindy Sheehan Runs for Congress
      Cindy Sheehan walks with her dog Petey next to her campaign van outside her headquarters in San Francisco, Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008. Sheehan is running independently for U.S. Congress for the 9th... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

      Written by: Real Politics '08


      Dear Congress, Wanna Help Your Country? Cut the Fat
      The US economy is in a financial crisis, that much is something most people agree upon. How should we fix this crisis? Well, that’s another story. Many of the greatest minds in our government think that an emergency economic bailout is the best way to stabilize our sagging economy. They stipulate that buying troubled debts from [...]

      Written by: Cash Money Life


      The Do-Something Congress
      by Rep Ron Paul It has not been a good week for the Republic.  It took quite a bit of trampling of the Constitution, but the bailout bill passed, as I suspected it would. The bailout failed the first time it was brought to the House.  Undaunted, the Senate pressed on by attaching the bailout as an [...]

      Written by: Tenth Amendment Center


      SP IN UP: CONGRESS MOVING IN FOR THE KILL?
      In March this year, as the Congress was giving the first signals of falling out with Mayawati and cozying up to Mulayam Yadav's Samajwadi Party(SP) again, I had written that the latter, badly mauled by Mayawati in the assembly elections, would only be too keen to ally with the Congress for the critical number of additional votes needed to get enough MPs into Parliament in the forthcoming elections

      Written by: India Retold


      US Congress votes $ 700 Bn to bail out financial sector
      The US Congress approved, with a vote of 263-171, a revised $ 700 billion plan to assist the tottering financial sector. The US House of Representatives cleared the crucial measure though it rejected an earlier plan four days ago.. The passed package bill will now be sent it to President George W Bush for his [...]

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      CONGRESS APPROVES 700 BILLION BAILOUT
      Un-American George BushCongress approved an the $700 billion United States government bailout of the financial industry today and sent it to President George W. Bush for his signature. The final vote was 263-171 in the House, a comfortable margin that was 58 more than the measure garnered in Monday's vote. The vote capped two weeks of battling in Congress and on Wall Street, punctuated by daily w

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      Congress approves bailout - without Lipinski's approval
      Bigger isn't better, argues Rep. Daniel Lipinski (D-3rd), who was in the minority in the historic 263-171 roll call Friday in which the U.S. read more

      Written by: Southwest Observer


      Congress passes bail out
      This should be good for the markets and economy. The Senate and House both passed the legislation. This bill should help homeowners, businesses and the economy and of course our fat cats on Wall Street. It may be time to cautiously enter the markets with stops in place. Market volatility is still high, VIX at [...]ShareThis

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      See the difference between BJP and Congress
      The Bharatiya Janata Party also known as BJP was founded in 1980. It is a major political party of India. The party has a strong relation with the Sangh Parivar, in which the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh plays a leading role. Whereas Indian National Congress also known as Congress Party is the oldest political party of [...]

      Written by: Abhishek Kumar


      But, Why must Congress act so quickly?
      Congress was designed by the Founding Fathers to move slowly, precisely to avoid the sudden panic of a one-week solution that becomes a 20-year mess. —Newt Gingrich, “Before D.C. Gets Our Money, It Owes Us Some Answers” (September 21, 2008) Thank you for Subscribing to Say Simpleton.

      Written by: Says Simpleton


      Congress Still Working to Screw Us
      This is an example of articles I've been running into all week (this one courtesy of Yahoo's front page)12 members who might switch their vote Daniel W. ReillyThe $700 billion rescue plan the House defeated Monday would have passed if just 12 more members of the House had voted the other way. Here’s a list of a dozen members who voted against the bill — and what it might take to turn their nay

      Written by: Little Country Lost


      Prediction Market Betting on Congress Bailout Passage
      The government's bailout package is likely to pass if you believe in the new event-driven alternative futures markets. The latest active contract on... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

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      The All American Quarter Horse Congress
      It's that time of the year again!   The All American Quarter Horse Congress at the Ohio State Expo Center is just days away.  "The All American Quarter Horse Congress is the World's Largest Single-Breed Horse Show. The show receives more than 16,000 horse show entries and will house more than 8,500 registered American Quarter Horses during its three-week schedule. The Congress attracts more tha

      Written by: Imporving Communication Between Horse and Rider


      Congress Allows Offshore Oil Drilling Ban to Expire
      Environment News Service, September 30, 2008 WASHINGTON, DC, September 30, 2008 (ENS) - President George W. Bush today signed a consolidated appropriations bill that funds government operations through March 2009, including disaster relief. The measure also lifts a long-standing legislative ban on offshore oil and gas leasing cherished by conservationists. Earlier this year, President Bush li

      Written by: Boiling Spot


      Clock is ticking; how will Congress act?
      Clock is ticking; how will Congress act? Fate of world financial system rests on what US lawmakers do next By Goh Eng Yeow, Markets Correspondent Grim-faced House Democrats (from left) Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Caucus Chair Rahm Emanuel meeting reporters on Monday. — PHOTO: ASSOCIATED PRESS WALL Street’s [...]

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      Federal Reserve reacts to Congress
      The Federal Reserve has announced that an additional $630 billion will be printed and pumped into US/Global financial system, flooding banks with currency to alleviate the worst banking crisis since the Great Depression. The Federal Reserve increased its existing currency swaps with foreign central banks by at least $330 to $620 billion to make the [...]

      Written by: ShadyPolitics


      Video (Flashback) “BUSH GUILTY OF 1ST DEG MURDER” - BUGLIOSI TELLS CONGRESS
      “BUSH GUILTY OF 1ST DEG MURDER” - BUGLIOSI TELLS CONGRESS Posted in crime, Impeachment, Injustice, Iraq, Middle East, NeoCon, War on Terror   Tagged: Bush, Congress, Conyers, Impeachment, Iraq   

      Written by: Divining the News


      BGS3 News - Bailout Bill Outvoted in Congress
      The economy is in serious trouble. The outcome and ramifications of the negotiations in Congress are unclear at this moment. BGS3 will keep its finger on the pulse of this precarious situation, and will keep BGS3’s blog readers updated on what the changes are and how they will affect the housing market and the economy.The volatility and fragile status of the market that is peppering the news on

      Written by: BGS3 Official Blog


      Congress Rejects the Bank Bailout, and the Market Goes into Meltdown
      Yesterday, in a surprising turn of events, the House of Representatives turned down the proposed $700 billion bank rescue plan. This in turn, caused the Dow Jones market to go into free-fall, accumulating the largest one-day drop in a couple-odd decades. Markets around the world reacted, mostly in sympathy, with the U.S. market, racking [...]

      Written by: CreditWithdrawal


      Reminding Congress Who It Works For
      Regardless of what side of the issue you come down on, whether you backed the bailout bill or were against it, yesterday's resounding defeat of the bill does have something to it that should make every American very happy. In that vote we saw a very clear example of how members of Congress actually work for the taxpayer. Constituents and Political Games Eq

      Written by: America\'s Best Companies Blog


      Congress tries to gamble, market drops 777
      I too lost money today, but there is some humor in the fact that the Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 777 (lucky 7’s) after Congress voted against taking a gamble on the Wall Street Bailout. Maybe it’s a sign that the American taxpayers finally won one, or maybe I just think about gambling too much.

      Written by: DC Republican


      IP piracy bill passed by U.S. Congress
      "PRO-IP bill would significantly increase penalties for copyright infringement and create a new office of IP enforcement coordinator in the White House". This is what I read from InfoWorld.com. The article said that, The bill, which passed the U.S. Senate by unanimous consent on Friday, was stripped of one of its most controversial provisions, which would allow the U.S. Department of Justice to pr

      Written by: World of Technology


      Congress Listens!
      So I’ve never, ever written a letter to a congressperson before, even as I listen with admiration to my friend’s husband talk about calling his senators. But this bail-out thing got me so worked up, it was time. And it seems like they listen. This weekend, my state representative, Congresswoman Judy Biggert, wrote back and said [...]

      Written by: This Writer's Wallet


      Congress reject Bailout plan
      After weeks of showing progress and the lack of it, the big day arrived and the bailout plan of the financial sector failed to cross the first...

      Written by: wutalk


      Congress: Do They Really Feel The Pain Of "Main Street"
      Do These Guys Really Feel Our Pain?As a follow-up to the bank bailout resolution for this crisis that may be passed this week, I just wanted to touch on a phrase that is used incessantly by the politicians as they run to the microphones in order to get their piece of face time for the constituents back home.The phrase that pays is that this bill will not just be good for Wall Street, but will be g

      Written by: The Political and Financial Markets Commentator


      Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 Bill Ready in US Congress For Vote
      So after a long weekend work US Congressional leaders informed and also released the text of a proposed bill which was the one they had been fighting in congress to approve ,This will help to provide up to $700 billion to clean up the US financial System. The bill which was officially named as [...]

      Written by: Rupya


      Congress Announces Draft Emergency Bailout Provisions
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      The U.S. President Bush says the White House is ready to work with Congress as soon as possible to enact legislation to allow the government to buy hundreds of billions of dollars worth of toxic assets and rescue a damaged financial system that is on the brink of sinking and taking the U.S. economy seriously collapse. Congressional aides and administration officials were working through the

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      Congress Aims To Make Things Easier For Borrowers
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      Written by: Real Estate News Alert


      GM CEO 'Optimistic' Towards Congress Approving Government Auto Loans
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