http://www.youtube.com/user/MrTimotheus85
Radio Address: Maine‘s Debt Burden & Voter Approval of Moral Obligation Bonds
http://www.maine.gov/tools/whatsnew/index.php?topic=Gov_Radio_Addresses&id=199843&v=article
Governor Paul LePage – More Than Ninety Five Percent Of Maine’s Debt Was Never Approved By Voters As Required By Maine’s Constitution, This is just one of many statement made by Governor LePage in his weekly address given to the Maine people on February 19, 2011
One American will die from cancer every minute this year.
“Millions of Americans are living with cancer, and millions more are affected by the devastating toll a cancer diagnosis takes on families, communities and workplaces. Please make it a top priority for your Administration to create a cancer prevention plan that stops the use of cancer-causing chemicals in products used in America every day.”
We all know someone impacted by cancer and despite the devastation it causes to our friends and families, it’s perfectly legal for companies to add known cancer-causing chemicals to products we use every day in our homes, schools and workplaces. That can change.
President Obama has the ability to reverse decades of failed policies and set the course for a national cancer prevention strategy that includes eliminating the use of cancer-causing chemicals in everyday products. But he’s not going to do it if people everywhere don’t speak out.
That’s why Greenpeace is joining up with around 200 coalition groups to deliver a petition to the President in early May on the one-year anniversary of the National Cancer Institute’s (NCI) President’s Cancer Panel report.
greenpeaceusa.org
Sign our petition right now urging President Obama to make cancer prevention a priority by acting to protect us from cancer-causing chemicals and we’ll include your name in the delivery.
Last year, the NCI report urged the President “to remove the carcinogens and other toxins from our food, water, and air that needlessly increase health care costs, cripple our nation’s productivity, and devastate American lives.” Toxic chemicals are everywhere — in products like clothing, furniture, cleaning products, plastics, and shower curtains used by children, women, and men across the nation on a daily basis.
The NCI report’s final recommendation was for the President to “most strongly use the power” of his office to eliminate human exposure to cancer-causing chemical. We couldn’t agree more. Show him that you agree as well by signing the petition.
greenpeaceusa.org
Cancer is a horrible disease but it can be prevented. It’s high time we made cancer prevention one of our highest national priorities.
For a safer and healthier future,
Rick Hind
Greenpeace Toxics Campaigner
The World is watching …
While the fight for Democracy breaks out all over the World, we see the marches the violence against protesters who have finally had enough. We see what most are calling the Arab World in possible transition. A movement against dictators and clerics who have ruled with iron fists and have engaged in outdated ancient practices.
Remember … there is always strength in numbers
It is so hard to understand, believe, accept, or fathom that we are in the 21st Century yet there are people on the Continent of Africa dying at the hands of their own in the Arab World for wanting to be heard, for wanting to be participants in their own futures and this is not new. There are mothers with children, older men and women and students are coming out in droves protesting to let tell these dictators it is time for a change. In a desperate move to control the truth of what they are doing to their own people, dictators have tried to cut off all connections to the outside world. They insist and expect the world to believe that the U.S. is at fault, meddling in the process of change, which should happen slowly. When the protesters did not leave, most if not all these tyrants offered up some concessions to the people like crumbs while trying to divert responsibility until their patience ran out with tantrums and threats, crackdown, use extreme force, and death to those who refuse to obey. Tyrants obviously, act without remorse because the people no longer choose to be their little children, slaves and or pawns in the effort stay in power. It is my hope that the Militia or Mercenaries rise up against these despots. As I watched in horror, I ask myself if these people have even allowed themselves a chance to stop and consider what personal, freedom would mean for them and their families. I also wonder if they feel they deserve to be happy let alone want an opportunity a change from the old ancient ways to a life with the freedom to speak, better wages, human rights, actually be a participant in the process of life. Then, like so many others have compared the uprisings in the U.S. over bargaining rights that have been a part of the Middle Class for over forty years and the forty-one year revolution for freedom in Libya.
We all know that the demand to be heard these days is great and how amazing it is to see people on two different continents with similar reactions by those who control, who truly are working for an agenda that is one of great self-interest. This seemingly symbiotic thing going on, though we are worlds apart the Arabs must fear not evil to get the change they need and want … it means that any fear of authority is not an option… and the possibility of death.
The journey toward freedom is sometimes paved with danger
Other News …
**McCain’s economist says the GOP plan will cost about 700thousand jobs
**Budgets will take up most of the day in Congress and in various states trying to cut slash and burn programs
**President Obama says there is room for state flexibility in HCR
**Study says 1 in 5 are gamers
**Spending cuts will hurt the economy -dueling estimates …for more info: to go CNN read the article by Lex Haris -& Economist Mark Zandi
**UN reports crisis on Tunisia-Libyan border -EU will hold summit on March 11th
**Questions about whether the Military is turning on the protesters are starting
**Study says half the men may have HPV
**commte overrides Mayor McGinns Veto for underground tunnel
**Gadhafi regime fails to retake rebel-held town
**Chavez warns the US and says US just wants to invade Libya
**China harassing journalists US ambassador states -cracking down on possible protests …
**Tripoli has been barricaded and Gadhafi forces say they are ready -others are marching to Tunisia border
CSPAN …
Foreign Policy
Clinton Discusses Foreign Policy Priorities with Congress
U.S.’s Next Steps for Libya
http://c-span.com/Events/Clinton-Discusses-Foreign-Policy-Priorities-with-Congress/10737419883/
Congress Tackles Fed’s Spending Deadline
GOP two week CR to be debated
http://c-span.com/Events/Congress-Tackles-Feds-Spending-Deadline/10737419881/
On Capitol Hill
Bernanke Unveils ‘State of the Economy’ Report
First of two-day testimony
http://c-span.com/Events/Bernanke-Unveils-State-of-the-Economy-Report/10737419880/
Congress, White House Question the Future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
The National Governors Association concluded its 3-day winter meeting today with an address by Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates. Governors from across the country gathered to discuss issues facing states, including job creation and providing education that prepares workers to compete in a global market. http://c-span.com/Events/Bill-Gates-Addresses-Governors-on-Improving-Education/10737419825/
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton told the U.N. Human Rights Council in Geneva that Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi must step down and be held accountable for violence against the Libyan people. Recently, The U.N. Security Council voted for an arms embargo and other sanctions targeting the Libyan leader and his regime. Several countries, including the United States, have agreed to freeze the assets of the Libyan leader and his family. http://c-span.com/Events/Secretary-of-State-Clinton-Remarks-at-UN-Human-Rights-Council/10737419885/
Prime Minister David Cameron updated Members of Parliament on his recent trip to the Middle East and on the political situation in Libya with remarks from the British House of Commons in London. The British government has agreed to freeze the assets of Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi and his family. http://c-span.com/Events/British-Prime-Minister-David-Cameron-Remarks-on-Libya/10737419889/
State Department spokesman P.J. Crowley conducted a daily briefing and said a no fly zone around Egypt is just one of many options being considered by the U.S. and others. Mr. Crowley also said the U.S. Ambassador to Libya is in direct contact with opposition groups there. http://c-span.com/Events/State-Department-Press-Briefing/10737419888 /
U.N. ambassador Susan Rice fielded questions from reporters on the situation in Libya at this White House Briefing. She called Libyan leader Gaddafi’s denials of violence in the region, “delusional” and that now is time for him to step down. http://c-span.com/Events/White-House-Briefing-with-Press-Secretary-Jay-Carney/10737419887/
The Senate Convenes at 10:00amET March 1,2011
Following any Leader remarks, there will be a period of morning business for 1 hour with senators permitted to speak therein for up to 10 minutes each. The Majority will control the first 30 minutes and the Republicans will control the final half.
Following morning business, the Senate will resume consideration of S.23, Patent Reform Act of 2011.
The following amendments are pending to S.23:
– Leahy amendment #114 (Title amendment)
– Vitter for Toomey-Vitter amendment, #112, as modified,(Debt Limit)
– Bennet amendment #116 (small business fast track)
– Bennet amendment #117 (regional PTO offices)
– Lee amendment #115 (to express the sense of the Senate in support of a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution)
– Leahy amendment #121 (managers’ amendment)
– Kirk amendment #123 (Ombudsman for small busienss concerns)
The Senate will recess from 12:30 until 2:15pm to allow for the weekly caucus meetings.
At 5pm, there will be 2 roll call votes in relation to the following amendments to S.23, Patent Reform Act:
– Leahy-Grassley amendment #121, as modified (managers’ amendment); and
– Vitter for Toomey-Vitter amendment #112, as modified (Priority of payments if debt limit is reached).
The time until 5pm will be equally divided and controlled between the two Leaders or their designees. No amendments are in order to the amendments in this agreement prior to a vote. The Vitter amendment #113, as modified, is withdrawn.
Votes:
27: Leahy-Grassley amendment #121: , as modified (managers’ amendment);
Agreed To: 97-2
28: Now Voting on Baucus motion to table Vitter for Toomey-Vitter amendment #112: , as modified (Priority of payments if debt limit is reached).
There will be no further roll call votes during Tuesday’s session of the Senate.
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CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS
LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 1, 2011
112TH CONGRESS – FIRST SESSION
4:28 P.M. –
SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.
4:26 P.M. –
Mr. Sessions filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 128 and H. Res. 129.
4:19 P.M. –
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded further with one minute speeches.
4:14 P.M. –
On approving the Journal Agreed to by voice vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on agreeing to the Speaker’s approval of the Journal.
H.J. Res. 44:
making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2011, and for other purposes
4:13 P.M. –
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On passage Passed by recorded vote: 335 – 91 (Roll no. 154).
4:05 P.M. –
On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 176 – 249 (Roll no. 153).
3:34 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Keating motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the Committee on Appropriations to report the bill back to the House forthwith with an amendment which inserts a section prohibiting the use of funds to be used for tax benefit or relief for any major integrated oil company.
3:31 P.M. –
Mr. Keating moved to recommit with instructions to Appropriations.
Mr. Keating moved to recommit the joint resolution H.J. Res. 44 to the Committee on Appropriations with instructions to report the same to the House forthwith with the following amendments: ¢ Page 18, line 21, strike the quotation marks and final period. ¢ Page 18, after line 21, insert the following: ¢ “Sec. 227. For the period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Further Continuing Appropriations Amendments,***
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
2:08 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 44.
2:07 P.M. –
Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 44 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments. All points of order against consideration of the joint resolution are waived.
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 115.
H. Res. 115:
providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 44) making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2011, and for other purposes
2:05 P.M. –
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 251 – 170 (Roll no. 152).
1:58 P.M. –
On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 241 – 179 (Roll no. 151).
12:31 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 115.
Considered as privileged matter.
12:11 P.M. –
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House resumed with one minute speeches.
12:10 P.M. –
The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 8 and S. Res. 78 .
12:03 P.M. –
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with one minute speeches.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair designated Mr. Duncan of TN to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
12:02 P.M. –
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS ON APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL – The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day’s proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Duncan (TN) demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the Speaker’s approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Chair announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Duncan (TN) objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the Speaker’s approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day.
12:01 P.M. –
Today’s prayer was offered by Pastor Alisa Lasater Wailoo, Capitol Hill Methodist Church, Washington, DC.
12:00 P.M. –
The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 1.
11:28 A.M. –
The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today.
10:02 A.M. –
MORNING-HOUR DEBATE – The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debate. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 12:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business.
10:01 A.M. –
The Speaker designated the Honorable Daniel Webster to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
10:00 A.M. –
The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
Time is running out to enter for your chance to meet — and get your photo taken — with President Obama in Boston.
Thanks to you, we’re off to a strong and aggressive start in our campaign to win back our Democratic House Majority. But we can’t let up, not even for a minute.
We’re less than $45,000 short of our goal. With stakes this high, we must keep up our record-breaking grassroots support.
Contribute $5 or more before Midnight Tonight and you’ll be automatically entered for a chance to win a trip to Boston (airfare and hotel included). You and your guest will be our guests at a dinner with President Obama, Leader Pelosi, and leading Democrats on March 8th.
Rather than support President Obama’s job-creating plan to win the future, House Republicans have voted to repeal health insurance reform and advance an extremist social agenda on behalf of their tea party supporters.
Let’s show the media and especially the Republicans just how committed we are to making this the shortest GOP House majority in history.
Thank you,
Rep. Steve Israel
Be a Seed for Change 
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