U.S.
Rep. Courtney leads House members to oppose tax on health benefits
October 8, 2009Congressman Joe Courtney (D) from Connecticut's 2nd CD,announced today that 156 House members have signed a letter he initiated urging Speak of the House Nancy Pelosi to reject any excise tax on high-cost health care benefit...
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GOP tries ‘taxpayer rights’ trick
October 7, 2009The so called "taxpayer bill of rights," which slashed jobs and services for years in Colorado is making new appearances in both Washington state and Maine.
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White House tackles teen violence
October 7, 2009CHICAGO – Attorney General Eric Holder declared Oct. 7 that the beating death of a 16-year-old high school student was a “stark wake-up call” to the nation to deal with youth violence.
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Feds limit Arizona sheriff’s immigration crackdown
October 7, 2009The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has removed controversial Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio's authority to arrest suspected undocumented immigrants on the streets based solely on their immigration status.
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Senate Dems want more states in on benefits
October 7, 2009Senators are demanding more compensation for their states.
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