“Few federal lawmakers must grapple with the financial ills –unemployment, loss of housing, wiped out savings — that have befallen millions of Americans,” said Sheila Krumholz, the Center for Responsive Politics’ executive director. “Congressional representatives on balance rank among the wealthiest of wealthy Americans and boast financial portfolios that are all but unattainable for most… Continue reading Lifestyle Of The Rich And Famous – In Congress
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The Embarrassment That Is Herman Cain
“Speak!” And with that command from the host of the radio show – Neal Boortz, Herman Cain opened his mouth and did as he was told. Then, the interview started. The radio interview was conducted a few hours before last night’s Bloomberg Republican debate. After being told to speak, Herman Cain began embarrassing himself and just about… Continue reading The Embarrassment That Is Herman Cain
Democrats Win Special Election in West Virginia
Republicans stuck to their old campaign strategy in West Virginia – trying to tie their Democratic opponent to President Obama. They figured it worked in the last two special elections – including Anthony Weiner’s old House seat in New York – and it was sure to work again. However, this time it didn’t work and… Continue reading Democrats Win Special Election in West Virginia
Rick Perry Loses Support Since His Recent Social Security Gaffe
A new Poll conducted by PPP shows President Obama extending his lead over Republican Rick Perry. According to the results, the lead is now in the double figures, and is the direct result of Rick Perry’s recent claims that Social Security is a Ponzi scheme. PPP reports; Only 20% of voters agree with Perry that… Continue reading Rick Perry Loses Support Since His Recent Social Security Gaffe
Elizabeth Warren Will Run For Senate Against Scott Brown
And Progressives and Democrats rejoice everywhere!!! Consumer advocate and former White House official Elizabeth Warren will announce on Wednesday that she is running for the United States Senate seat currently held by Scott Brown (R-Mass.), a close source tells The Huffington Post. The announcement will not come as a surprise; Warren has spent the last… Continue reading Elizabeth Warren Will Run For Senate Against Scott Brown
Right Wing Says Hurricane Irene Was God Trying To Change Government
Chuck Pierce, head of the right winged Religious group Global Harvest Ministries, has a message for Americans, primarily those working for the Government in Washington. God sent Irene to change the government. Mr. Pierce wrote about a message he claimed he got from God back in July. The message, according to Chuck went something like this; ‘Watch Washington,… Continue reading Right Wing Says Hurricane Irene Was God Trying To Change Government
Poll Find Americans Blame Bush and The Republicans For The Economy
A new Poll released Thursday by The Associated Press/GFK found Americans placed the blame for the bad economy squarely on the backs of George Bush and the congressional Republicans. And rightly so. Under his watch, America went from a surplus to a deficit, mainly because of his trillion dollars tax cuts, engaging in two wars and his… Continue reading Poll Find Americans Blame Bush and The Republicans For The Economy
Republicans Stole The Wisconsin Recall Elections… Again!
Election night in Wisconsin, and the big story is not that Democrats won two of the six senate seats held by Republicans. Yes, that in itself is an amazing achievement. All the elections were held in historically Republican controlled counties, and throughout the 80 plus years recall elections were held in the state, only 20… Continue reading Republicans Stole The Wisconsin Recall Elections… Again!
China State Media Calls Washington “Irresponsible”
China is speaking out, and it’s apparently not happy. As the world sits on pins and needles, watching the unnecessary man-made crisis going on in Washington in reference to raising the debt ceiling, China, the biggest “investor” in the United States economy, is voicing their displeasure, calling Washington’s antics “political brinkmanship” and “dangerously irresponsible.” The… Continue reading China State Media Calls Washington “Irresponsible”
President Obama’s Speech On Raising The Debt Ceiling – Transcript
Remarks of President Barack Obama – As Prepared for Delivery Primetime Debt Speech Monday, July 25, 2011 Washington, DC As Prepared for Delivery – Good evening. Tonight, I want to talk about the debate we’ve been having in Washington over the national debt – a debate that directly affects the lives of all Americans. For… Continue reading President Obama’s Speech On Raising The Debt Ceiling – Transcript
While Washington Postures, World Markets React To Debt Ceiling Debate
The rest of the world is beginning to react to what is being described, by a British Minister, as “Right Winged Nutters” in Washington DC. Speculating that the U.S. may not be able to come to some term of agreement on raising the debt ceiling before the August 2nd deadline, financial markets around the world… Continue reading While Washington Postures, World Markets React To Debt Ceiling Debate
President Obama – I Cannot Invoke The 14th Amendment
So you think President Obama has the authority to invoke the 14th Amendment and raise the Debt Ceiling all by himself? Think again. According to the President himself, the debt ceiling is a statutory rule, not a constitution rule. Speaking at an event in Maryland on Friday, the question of invoking the 14th amendment arose. President… Continue reading President Obama – I Cannot Invoke The 14th Amendment