Denham: High-Speed Rail an Example of Runaway Government Spending
Likewise, the California High-Speed Rail Authority is now managing a project expected to cost more than $60 billion. Where is this money going to come from?
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DCCC Touting Early Recruiting in Top Races
This recruitment push, led by DCCC Chairman Steve Israel (N.Y.) and Rep.
Lugar Criticizes President Obama in First Ad (VIDEO)
Dick Lugar (R-Ind.) on the air in his home state, the Republican is fighting back with his own ad buy.
Libya Motivates Members to Rally Together
a painful straddle, as I foresaw happening in a previous column (“Congress’ War Dance Is Often a Salsa Sidestep,” April 12).
One Great Player Could Mean Years of Baseball Victories
“I do want to point out to Mr. Richmond that the Congressional salary is $175,000,” Barton said on the House floor the day after the game.
Amendment Battle Has Yet to Gain Much Notice
But that is likely to change in the coming days as their leaders prep for an ugly skirmish next week, when the amendment is expected be on the House floor.
Heard on the Hill: Journo Preps for Appearance on ‘Colbert’
The question on everyone’s mind is whether Vargas will be deported for his admission. So, where’s the best place to discuss this? Why, “The Colbert Report,” of course.
The Primary Education of Indiana’s Dick Lugar
“There’s a degree of interest that I’ve not seen before, and I think it’s probably impelled by their sense that this is a real struggle and they want to make certain that I know they’re on my side
Obama: Default Would Interfere With Social Security Checks
President Barack Obama warned Tuesday that Social Security and other payments to the public may be interrupted if the nation’s debt ceiling is not raised by Aug. 2.
Democrats Reach Out to Lobbyists for Help on Debt Talks
Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), who is up for re-election next year, said the business community should air some television ads of its own on what will happen without a debt limit increase.
Balanced Budget Amendment Must Pass or Debt Deal a No Go, RSC Chair Warns
He added, “This in my mind is the real game changer … use this moment to — the first time in American history — to pass a balance budget amendment to the Constitution.”
Don’t Believe What You Hear About the Budget Talks
I first noticed it during the Andrews Air Force Base budget summit in 1990, when I received a series of calls from people inside and outside the Beltway who could not possibly know what was actually
Energy & the Environment: Renewables Seek Sustainment
An early test will come later this year, when one of the stimulus programs that has powered growth in both sectors is scheduled to expire.
Telecommunications: In High Definition
“I think it’s clear we are outgunned four or five to one in terms of lobbying power,” Smith said. “But I think the power of our argument about the enduring power of broadcasting resonates.”
Defense: No Alternative
“I certainly feel like we’ve been playing a whole lot more defense than offense,” said David Manke, vice president for Aerospace and Defense Policy at United Technologies Corp. which is Pratt & Whitney
Hill Talk: Parking Garage Tax Increase May Be Delayed
One parking garage employee said the latest information provided to his company is that the increased tax rate is expected to start July 1.
Rising Conflict on Libya
for participating in NATO-led air strikes intended to enforce a no-fly zone and an arms embargo.
House Democrats Cry Foul Over Rejected Mailings
Connolly called the action “Orwellian in nature.” “It is the most extreme censorship I have ever encountered,” he told Roll Call.
Carney: Weiner Is ‘Distraction’
Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Carney said: “The president feels, we feel at the White House, this is a distraction.
Reality and Hope Collide on Giffords
“At this point, I think they’re just trying to keep the public informed.”