Cantor Poll Suggests GOP Emphasis on Checks and Balances
By 47 percent to 34 percent, respondents thought the health care legislation under consideration in Congress would make health care worse for most Americans.
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Barton: Reform Plans Are Out of Sync With Reality
When last year’s regular Census Bureau report on health insurance inconveniently showed that the number of people without health insurance coverage declined from 47 million (15.8 percent) in 2006 to 45.7
Tensions Already Boiling on Immigration
The Federation for American Immigration Reform, which supports reduced immigration, kicked off a weeklong lobbying effort on Capitol Hill in tandem with 47 conservative radio talk-show hosts holding town
New GOP Poll Shows Changing Political Reality
Still, that’s an improvement for Republicans from June, when they had a 33 percent favorable/47 percent unfavorable rating.President Barack Obama’s job rating came in at 55 percent approve/43 percent disapprove
Living the History Lessons
Ultimately, Tower was not confirmed by a vote of 53 to 47. And there are so many more stories where those came from.
Health Reform Should Include Diabetes War’
In 1980, the CDC estimated that 47 percent of U.S. adults were overweight. In 2006, it was an astounding 66 percent, and 34 percent were obese — 72 million people.
Senate Holds Moment of Silence for Kennedy
Kennedy’s desk, which he used for 47 years and which once belonged to his brother, was draped with a black cloth and decorated with a vase of white roses.
Senators to Take Time to Remember Kennedy
Kennedy, who served 47 years in the chamber, died Aug. 25 after a 15-month battle with brain cancer.
Biden Visits With Kennedy’s Staff
During the 47 years Kennedy was in the Senate, his staff developed a reputation as being some of the best in the chamber.
Kennedy’s Death Starts to Hit Home in the Capitol
A Proud Liberal Legacy Known for his advocacy of programs for the poor, Kennedy nonetheless gained a reputation as a dealmaker in his 47-year Senate career.
Former Colleagues Pay Tribute to Their Friend
In his 47 years in the Senate, he was a titan on issues that strengthen our opportunity structure.
The 50 Richest Members of Congress (2009)
47. Rep. Jackie Speier (D-Calif.) $5.82 million Speier�s portfolio is anchored by California real estate valued at a combined minimum $3 million.
K Street Files: A Change for Change That Works
Updated: 4:47 p.m. Change That Works, which started as a campaign by the Service Employees International Union, is becoming a separate organization that will be unveiled in the coming weeks.
Congress Should Reform Health Care Kennedy’s Way
Reports have it that Obama plans to change his emphasis in selling reform this fall to the moral case that 47 million Americans should not go uninsured.
Kennedy Processional to Stop at East Front of Capitol
“Senator Kennedy served 47 years in the United States Senate, and loved each and every day he spent there, especially the people who are its heart and soul,— the public e-mail stated.
Warhol Portrait of Kennedy Draws Admirers
—As visitors to the gallery passed by the portrait, they reflected on Kennedy’s legacy after serving 47 years in the Senate.
Kennedy, the Liberal Lion,’ Leaves a Historic Legacy
individual who will not undermine the liberal agenda,— Gregg said.Known as the “liberal lion— for his advocacy of programs for the poor, Kennedy nonetheless gained a reputation as a dealmaker in his 47
Kennedy’s Legacy Extended to K Street and Beyond
“Although born to wealth, he spent his entire Senate career of 47 years fighting for the rights and protection of citizens, consumers, workers, children, minorities, immigrants, low-income, disabled, injured
Small Plates: New Bar Menu at Bourbon Steak
The menu is available in the sleek bar area as well as the quiet, private garden, which features several fire pits and seating for 47.
Kennedy Requests Change in Massachusetts Succession Law
Whether it’s working last summer to lay the groundwork for health care reform or fighting for resources for the state for economic recovery, school repairs or infrastructure work, every day for the last 47