Monthly Archives: May 2012

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                                   President Obama Gives Joplin HIgh School Commencement Address

President Obama speaks to the Joplin High School class of 2012, faculty, and staff during the Joplin HIgh School commencement ceremony at Missouri Southern State University. May 21, 2012.More
 

 
President Obama speaks to the press at the NATO Press Conference in Chicago, IL. May 21, 2012.More
 
 
 
 

U.S. Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder and Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes brief the press after the first NATO session at the Chicago summit, a North Atlantic Council focusing on NATO defense capabilities. May 21, 2012.More
 
 

President Obama speaks to leaders of the 50 nations that make up the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan before a meeting to discuss the next step in the transition of power there—setting a goal for Afghan forces to take the lead for combat operations across the country in 2013 — next year — so that ISAF can move to a supporting role. May 21, 2012.More
 
 
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Heartland billboard takeover


Did you hear about The Heartland Institute‘s outrageous billboard comparing people who believe in climate change to mass murderers and terrorists? It’s possible you missed it, since a firestorm of criticism compelled them to take down their ad in one day. Take a look:

Since the billboard is now empty, we are reminding Heartland who is really on the fringe here. Just for this week, as Heartland convenes its annual conference, we are putting up our own ad in its place and on eight other billboards nearby — so that Chicagoans and everyone at the conference will see our response. And we are sharing this ad far and wide.

The Heartland Institute has a history of spreading denial and doubt about everything from tobacco to climate change. Now, they are associating everyone who believes in climate science with the worst of the worst.

We can’t let them have the last word. Serious leaders in science, business, religion and government from around the world have long recognized the need to take action to address the growing climate crisis. Our billboard will reflect their voices in the days ahead. And we need your help.

Take a look at our ad and help support this project.

Climate change is real. But there are groups out there — like the Heartland Institute — with a vested interest in promoting dirty fossil fuels. Don’t let them. Donate to our campaign to stop the climate deniers and win the conversation:

http://forms.climaterealityproject.org/billboard

Sincerely,

Maggie L. Fox  President and CEO  The Climate Reality Project

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CONGRESS: the Republican led House – the Senate considers S.3187,the FDA user fees


the Senate Convenes: 10:00amET May 22, 2012

  • Following the prayer and pledge, the Majority Leader will be recognized. It is his intention to resume consideration of the motion to proceed to Calendar #400, S.3187, the FDA user fees legislation.
  • Following the remarks of the Majority Leader and the Republican Leader, the first hour will be equally divided and controlled between the two sides with the Majority controlling the first half and the Republicans controlling the final half.
  • The Senate will recess from 12:30pm until 2:15pm to allow for the weekly caucus meetings.
  • At 2:15pm, the motion to proceed to S.3187 will be adopted, the Harkin-Enzi substitute amendment will be agreed to and considered original text for the purposes of further amendment. The Majority Leader will then be recognized. Senators will be notified when votes are scheduled.

12:15pm Senator Vitter asked unanimous consent that the Senate take up and pass S.577, a bill to eliminate the child tax credit for U.S. citizen children of immigrant parents. Senator Reid objected.

Below you will find the unofficial transcript of Senator Reid’s response to Senator Vitter

2:30pm The previous order to adopt the motion to proceed S.3187, the FDA bill, at 2:15pm has been delayed until 4pm, with all other provisions under the previous order remaining in effect at that time.

4:13pm By consent, Senator Reid has delayed the execution of the order to adopt the motion to proceed to S.3187, the FDA bill, until 11:00am tomorrow, Wednesday, May 23.

There will be no roll call votes during Tuesday’s session of the Senate.

WRAP UP

No ROLL CALL VOTES

LEGISLATIVE ITEMS

Began the Rule 14 process of S.3220, the Paycheck Fairness Act. (Mikulski and others)

Began the Rule 14 process of S.3221, the Rewarding Achievement and Incentivizing Successful Employees Act. (Rubio and others)

No EXECUTIVE ITEMS

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CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS

LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MAY 22, 2012

112TH CONGRESS – SECOND SESSION

CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGSLEGISLATIVE DAY OF MAY 22, 2012 112TH CONGRESS – SECOND SESSION en-usPursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain.Tue, 22 May 2012 14:00:03 EDTYes10:05:38 A.M. -The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on May 25, 2012.10:05:36 A.M. -The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved.10:05:11 A.M. -PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG – The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.10:04:18 A.M. -Today’s prayer was offered by Monsignor Stephen Rossetti, Associate Professor, The Catholic University of America, Washington, DC.10:02:45 A.M. -The Speaker designated the Honorable Roscoe G. Bartlett to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.10:00:34 A.M. -The House convened, starting a new legislative day.

House Hearings

5/30
4:00 pm		 Hearing: Purchasing Perspective: VA’s Prosthetics ParadoxCommittee on Veterans’ Affairs: Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations 5/31
10:15 am		 Hearing: Reviewing the Implementation of Major Provisions of the VOW to Hire Heroes Act of 2011Committee on Veterans’ Affairs: Full Committee 6/6
10:30 am		 Hearing: Through the Looking Glass: Return to PPVCommittee on Veterans’ Affairs: 6/6
2:00 pm		 Hearing: Pending LegislationCommittee on Veterans’ Affairs: Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs
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President Obama Speaks …


May 19, 2012 by    

President Obama discusses the reforms to Wall Street that he put in place to protect consumers and make Wall Street play by the same set of rules — and calls on lawmakers to finish implementing these reforms so that we can prevent excessive risk-taking and help create an economy that is built to last.

May 18, 2012 by    

President Obama announces a new alliance between government leaders and private sector partners to reduce hunger and lift 50 million people out of poverty by investing in Africa‘s agricultural economy. May 18, 2012.

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Campaign 2012 – Barack and Biden


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