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Thursday thoughts …&some News


It’s day 52 of the BP oil disaster and though the reports state BP will start to expedite the payments, everyone needs to keep monitoring the effort so that they keep promises to the people.   Today, the President will have families from the Gulf Coast oil disaster come to the White House and while it is a moment to give condolences to this families lets hope they take and record info to use later; hopefully BP will be held accountable sooner than later because the buzz going on is that BP will go bankrupt possibly stall paying the insurance claims and then leave… that’s a rumor but it can be a completely avoided reality if someone can get a hold of funds faster than we all are hearing on the airwaves …We all have seen those commercials that BP conjured up and you have to wonder who in their right mind would say oh yeah that makes sense… spend millions to say i’m sorry when you haven’t organized payments to the people whose living you have destroyed yet …oh but making BP look good is more important –it’s offensive and any station playing those commercials should stop and give that money to the victims of the Gulf Coast instead of being so self-serving… it just seems wrong to play those disparate attempts to make BP/Halliburton/TransOcean look better… it ain’t working.

In this great mess of oil; the push and pull of who did what to whom and why is so grade school.  The part that is  such an incredible disappointment to see politics get pushed into the fight.  I wonder how the 1st nation peoples feel; and standing corrected the area is of diverse culture; i have relative there i know the Creole Cajuns, French, Spanish all have and still inhabit the area… and they didn’t own the land they used it and they kept it safe &healthy; their knowledge of how to use the Gulf not abuse it was a lesson current stewards didn’t learn or care to.   We all know back in the day the Gulf Coast lands were pristine then were taken by folks who saw the money, the profit and have abused it and now have caused irreparable damage to a whole way of life started out by 1st nation peoples now almost everyone depends on the Gulf bed, the fishing industry,  tourism and everything that makes money off them… people of the Gulf Coast will need to find other ways of making a living.  The healing of the Marshes, the Wetlands and Estuaries will take years; hopefully the people there know they won’t be able to just get back out there and fish and or take shrimp and oysters from the Gulf and expect everything to be ok… there is a good possibility the food source will need to go through months or years of healing before humans can fish, trap and or net fresh without it being toxic.


Other News …

Earlier this week, President Obama told NBC that he had not yet talked to BP CEO Tony Hayward. ABC’s Jake Tapper reports that will change next week. White House officials say Obama is planning to say “a few words” to Hayward when he visits Washington, D.C. next week.

Following a meeting with Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas yesterday, President Obama called “for sharply limiting Israel’s blockade of the Gaza Strip” and “announced a $400 million aid package for the West Bank and Gaza Strip.” “The key here is making sure that Israel’s security needs are met but that the needs of people in Gaza are also met,” said Obama.

“One day after the Security Council approved new sanctions against them,” Iranian authorities threatened “to revise their relationship with the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog, using familiar language that has in the past presaged moves to limit global oversight of Iran’s nuclear program.” Iranian leaders also lashed out at China’s support for the sanctions, saying it would “affect its standing in the Muslim world.”

C-SPAN …

Conferees Begin Negotiations Toward a Final financial regulation bill

The House-Senate conference on financial regulation legislation formally meets today. Committee Chairman Rep. Barney Frank (D-MA), along with other lawmakers, Read More »are tasked with reconciling the competing versions of the financial bills that passed each chamber. The committee plans to work for the next few weeks, with the hope that it will conclude by the time President Obama leaves for the G20 summit later this month.

Mayors in affected areas describe oil spill impact

Local mayors are testifying in front of the Senate Homeland Security Committee to describe the extent of the damage and the challenges their communities are facing due to the Gulf oil spill. The committee aims to explore the planning that took place prior to the spill and the coordinated response efforts between federal, state and local governments. Congress is holding four hearings today on the oil spill to discuss a range of topics, including safety management, short and long term effects and potential environmental harm to humans. In his daily update, Adm. Thad Allen announced that yesterday BP collected 15,800 barrels of oil which he said continues a trend of capturing more oil each day.

Senate reviews deputy FBI director as head of TSA

The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee held a hearing to review Pres. Obama’s third nominee for the head of TSA, John Pistole, a deputy FBI director. Pistole faced questions on airport security, intelligence coordination and terrorism. Another major issue of discussion was his views regarding collective bargaining rights for transportation security officers. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX), the top Republican on the committee, said “allowing screeners to collectively bargain could have dire consequences on the agency’s fundamental security mission.” Obama’s first nominee, Errol Southers of the FBI, withdrew in January, blaming critics motivated by “political ideology” for the troubles surrounding his nomination. The second nominee, Maj. Gen. Robert Harding, withdrew in March, citing “distractions caused by my work as a defense contractor would not be good for this Administration nor the Department of Homeland Security.”

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what’s going on in Congress today


The Senate Convenes: 9:30amET June 10, 2010

EPA/Green House Gas Emission/Clean Air Act -possible votes

Following any leader remarks, the Senate will turn to the motion to proceed to S.J.Res. 26, a joint resolution disapproving a rule submitted by the EPA relating to the endangerment finding and the cause or contributing findings for greenhouse gases. There will be 6 hours for debate equally divided and controlled between Senators Boxer and Murkowski, or their designees. The time beginning at 9:45am will be controlled in 30 minute alternating blocks of time, with Senator Murkowski controlling the first block of time.

If all time is used, the vote on the motion to proceed to S.J.Res, 26 would occur at approximately 3:45pm.

If the motion is successful, there would be up to 1 hour for debate prior to a vote on the joint resolution.

Votes:
184: Motion to Proceed to S.J.Res. 26, a joint resolution disapproving a rule submitted by the EPA relating to the endangerment finding and the cause or contributing findings for greenhouse gases;
Not Agreed To: 47-53

Unanimous Consent:
Passed H.R.3360 the Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act (with a Rockefeller substitute amendment)

Adopted S.Res.550, a resolution designating the week beginning on June 14, 2010 and ending on June 18, 2010, as “National Health Information Technology Week”

The Senate confirmed the following nominations:

Calendar #932–Coast Guard promotions to Rear Admiral:

– Rear Adm. (1h) Joseph R. Castillo;
– Rear Adm. (1h) Daniel R. May;
– Rear Adm. (1h) Roy A. Nash;
– Rear Adm. (1h) Peter F. Neffenger;
– Rear Adm. (1h) Charles W. Ray;
– Rear Adm. (1h)Keith A. Taylor;

– Secretary’s Desk–promotions in Coast Guardand NOAA

The next meeting in the House is scheduled for 10:00amET June 10, 2010

FHA Mortgage/Premiums/cont forbearance for victims of Chinese dry wall /Amendment was agreed to –Republicans against the cap/tax

CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS
LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JUNE 10, 2010
111TH CONGRESS – SECOND SESSION

H.R. 5072:
to improve the financial safety and soundness of the FHA mortgage insurance program

2:22 P.M. –
On passage Roll Call 353 – Recorded vote pending.On agreeing to the Frank (MA) amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

Amendment offered by Mr. Frank (MA).

2:21 P.M. –
On motion to recommit with instructions Agreed to by voice vote.The previous question was ordered without objection.

2:13 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Lee (NY) motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to report the same back to the House with an amendment to 1.) prohibit mortgage insurance for borrowers with strategic defaults; and 2.) prohibit bailout of FHA program with taxpayer dollars.

2:12 P.M. –
Mr. Lee (NY) moved to recommit with instructions to Financial Services.

The House adopted the amendment in the nature of a substitute as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union.

2:11 P.M. –
The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 5072.

2:10 P.M. –
On agreeing to the Maffei amendment Agreed to by recorded vote: (Roll No. 352).

2:04 P.M. –
On agreeing to the Edwards (TX) amendment Agreed to by recorded vote: (Roll No. 351).

1:57 P.M. –
On agreeing to the Turner amendment Failed by recorded vote: (Roll No. 350).

1:50 P.M. –
On agreeing to the Price (GA) amendment Failed by recorded vote: (Roll No. 349).

1:40 P.M. –
On agreeing to the Garrett (NJ) amendment Failed by recorded vote: (Roll No. 348).

1:28 P.M. –
On agreeing to the Waters amendment Agreed to by recorded vote: (Roll No. 347).

1:00 P.M. –
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Maffei amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Maffei demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day.

12:59 P.M. –
Amendment offered by Mr. Maffei.

An amendment numbered 13 printed in House Report 111-503 to state that no funds authorized under the act may be used to pay the salary of an employee who has been officially disciplined for viewing, downloading, or exchanging pornography (including child pornography) on a Federal Government computer or while performing official Federal Government duties.
12:55 P.M. –
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Edwards amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Edwards demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day.

12:52 P.M. –
DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1424, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Edwards amendment.

12:51 P.M. –
Amendment offered by Mr. Edwards (TX).

An amendment numbered 12 printed in House Report 111-503 to require individuals to certify that they have not been convicted of a sex offense against a minor in order to get an FHA mortgage.

On agreeing to the Nye amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

12:48 P.M. –
DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1424, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Nye amendment.

12:47 P.M. –
Amendment offered by Mr. Nye.

An amendment numbered 11 printed in House Report 111-503 to instruct the Federal Housing Administration to continue the Special Forbearance program, as it relates to Chinese Drywall, until the end of FY 2011.

On agreeing to the Clarke amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

12:43 P.M. –
DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1424, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Clarke amendment.

12:42 P.M. –
Amendment offered by Ms. Clarke.

An amendment numbered 10 printed in House Report 111-503 to direct the GAO to include in its FHA report an analysis on the effectiveness of HUD’s loss mitigation home retention options in assisting individuals, particularly low income borrowers, in avoiding home foreclosure for mortgages.
12:41 P.M. –
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Turner amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Turner demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day.

12:30 P.M. –
DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1424, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Turner amendment.Amendment offered by Mr. Turner.

An amendment numbered 9 printed in House Report 111-503 to repeal the emergency authority that allows the FHA to insure loans up to $720,000 in certain high cost areas. The amendment would create a maximum loan limit of $500,000 for a single family unit and a percentage of the same ratio for 2-, 3- or 4-family residences.

On agreeing to the Weiner amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

12:24 P.M. –
DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1424, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Weiner amendment.Amendment offered by Mr. Weiner.

An amendment numbered 8 printed in House Report 111-503 to increase loan limits for the construction or rehabilitation of multifamily housing with elevators including rentals, cooperatives, condominiums to ensure that they represent today’s construction costs. Would create an `extremely high cost area’ category for FHA Multifamily Insurance for those areas, similar to those in Alaska, Guam, Hawaii, and the Virgin Islands.
12:23 P.M. –
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Price (GA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Price (GA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day.

12:12 P.M. –
DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1424, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Price (GA) amendment.

12:11 P.M. –
Amendment offered by Mr. Price (GA).

An amendment numbered 7 printed in House Report 111-503 to cap the number of mortgages the FHA can issue to 10% of total loans originated in the U.S. each year. Within 90 days of enactment, FHA must submit a plan to Congress to roll back FHA market share to 10% of loans originated each year by 2012.

On agreeing to the Tierney amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

12:04 P.M. –
DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1424, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Tierney amendment.

12:03 P.M. –
Amendment offered by Mr. Tierney.

An amendment numbered 6 printed in House Report 111-503 to direct the Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development to provide mortgage insurance premium refunds to eligible borrowers of FHA insured loans, which were closed prior to December 8, 2004, but which were not endorsed until December 8, 2004 or after that date, and; (2) authorize such sums as may be necessary for such refunds.

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Garrett (NJ) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Garrett (NJ) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day.

11:50 A.M. –
DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1424, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Garrett (NJ) amendment.Amendment offered by Mr. Garrett (NJ).

An amendment numbered 5 printed in House Report 111-503 to raise the FHA down payment requirement from 3.5% to 5% and prohibit closing costs from being rolled in as well.
11:49 A.M. –
On agreeing to the Bean amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

11:42 A.M. –
DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1424, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Bean amendment.Amendment offered by Ms. Bean.

An amendment numbered 4 printed in House Report 111-503 to require HUD to submit an annual report to Congress discussing proposed or actual increases in the minimum cash investment requirements (downpayment requirements) in the FHA program. It further gives HUD the authority to establish higher minimum cash investment requirements for all or class(es) of borrowers and requires HUD to take into consideration the findings of the annual report.
11:41 A.M. –
On agreeing to the Cao amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

11:38 A.M. –
DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1424, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Cao amendment.

11:37 A.M. –
Amendment offered by Mr. Cao.

An amendment numbered 3 printed in House Report 111-503 to include information about credit risk and financial counseling services to mortgagors in addition to the housing and loan modification information currently included in the bill.

On agreeing to the Cardoza amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

11:31 A.M. –
DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1424, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Cardoza amendment.Amendment offered by Mr. Cardoza.

An amendment numbered 2 printed in House Report 111-503 to prioritize foreclosure counseling services to areas of the country that have been the hardest-hit by the housing crisis.
11:30 A.M. –
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Waters amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Waters demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day.

11:26 A.M. –
DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1424, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Waters amendment.Amendment offered by Ms. Waters.

An amendment numbered 1 printed in House Report 111-503 to provide for various technical corrections, make modifications to the GAO report in section 15 of the bill, provide that the Secretary may increase loan limits for micropolitan counties surrounded by higher cost areas and experiencing significant growth, and address documentation standards for FHA loans.
11:25 A.M. –
The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration.Considered as unfinished business.

S. 3473:
to amend the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 to authorize advances from Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund for the Deepwater Horizon oil spill

11:24 A.M. –
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

10:28 A.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 3473.Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Oberstar moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

10:27 A.M. –
The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced.

10:05 A.M. –
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair would be limited to 10 per side of the aisle.

10:04 A.M. –
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair designated Ms. Foxx to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

10:03 A.M. –
The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved.

10:01 A.M. –
Today’s prayer was offered by Bishop Miles Fowler, Big Miller Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Lithonia, Georgia

10:00 A.M. –
The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
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Will Republicans vote against the People


June 9, 2010

Will Republicans Stand Up For Families And Seniors…In Their Own States?

The tax extenders bill currently being debated on the Senate floor creates jobs, cuts taxes for small businesses and families and provides much needed assistance to workers affected by the recession. A critical part of the bill also helps cash-strapped states as they seek to balance their budgets and assist individuals enrolled in Medicaid. Republicans need to decide if they will help Democrats pass this bill or continue to stand with Washington special interests over families and seniors in their own states.

STATES SEE ALARMING RISE IN MEDICAID ROLLS

Medicaid Enrollment Rose by Over 3 Million People Between June 2008 and June 2009. “Medicaid enrollment rose by 3.3 million people, or 7.5%, from June 2008 and June 2009, new data from the non-partisan Kaiser Family Foundation shows. Enrollments rose in every state for the first time since the early 1990s. On average, Medicaid makes up 21% of state budgets, equal to education. Medicaid serves the nation’s poorest children, some parents, pregnant women, people with disabilities and seniors in nursing homes. States must provide basic benefits for people who earn up to the federal poverty level of $22,050 for a family of four. They aren’t threatened by the cuts. States have added people at higher incomes and optional benefits, which are now at risk.” [USA Today, 2/19/10]

Ø  Medicaid Has Seen a 21 Percent Increase in Enrollment Over the Last Three Years. “Medicaid, which covers more than 60 million people nationwide, is one of the costliest services states provide. It ate up about 21% of state spending in fiscal 2009, according to a recent report by the National Governors Association and National Association of State Budget Officers. The Great Recession sent even more Americans onto the Medicaid rolls, growing by an estimated 21% over three years. At the same time, state tax revenues plummeted, forcing governors and legislators to make deep budget cuts. To help states cope with this double-disaster, the Obama administration increased the federal share of Medicaid payments by $87 billion as part of last year’s massive stimulus program. States are prevented from tightening eligibility requirements in order to cut costs.” [CNN Money, 6/8/10]

Opposition to Increased Medicaid Funding Could Cause States to Raise Taxes or Cut Budgets. “The aid, worth a total of $25 billion, amounts to nearly one-quarter of the collective budget deficits states face for the fiscal year that begins on July 1 in most states. To balance their budgets, states would have to raise taxes or cut their budgets by that much.” [McClatchy, 5/11/10]

MAJORITY OF STATES HAVE ENORMOUS BUDGET SHORTFALLS

States All Across the Country Are Seeing Millions If Not Billions in Budget Shortfalls. According to the Center for Budget and Policy Priorities, many states, including those represented by Republican leaders in the Senate, saw enormous budget gaps in 2010. For instance, Kentucky and Arizona saw a $1.2 billion and $1.9 billion mid-year budget gap. [Center for Budget and Policy Priorities]

Ø  Large Public Sector Job Cuts Are Hindering the Nation’s Recovery. New federal data shows “states, localities, and school districts have cut 231,000 jobs since 2008, including 22,000 jobs in May alone. Such cuts slowed the pace of economic growth in the first quarter of 2010 by one-half of one percentage point.” [Center for Budget and Policy Priorities, 6/8/10]

Stabenow, Reed Discuss Democratic Efforts To Cut Taxes For Small Businesses And Create Jobs

Washington, DC— Senate Finance Committee member Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) held a press conference this morning to discuss Democratic efforts to pass legislation that would close loopholes that reward companies for outsourcing American jobs, and give over $18 billion in tax cuts to families and small businesses to strengthen our economy and create jobs. Democrats are urging Republicans to support this bill and stand with the middle class, not special interests.

“American businesses need immediate assistance to make new investments here at home and create jobs,” said Senator Stabenow.  “The jobs bill we have before us will provide billions in tax cuts and support for small businesses across the country to hire new employees while closing loopholes that reward big corporations for outsourcing American jobs. This legislation will also provide additional tax cuts for middle-class families and a long-overdue extension of unemployment insurance for struggling households. I call on my Republican colleagues to stop protecting corporate interests and support this jobs bill so we can put Americans back to work.”

“This bill will provide tax cuts to help businesses create jobs while providing additional relief to families hit hardest by the recession,” said Senator Reed.  “We have made significant progress in reversing the huge number of jobs losses under the Bush Administration, which was hemorrhaging 750,000 jobs a month.  That is positive, but we have to keep the pedal to the metal, and this bill does that.”

The bill includes several key tax cuts for families and businesses, including:

  • Property Tax Deduction – This bill extends the additional standard deduction for state and local property taxes to save families money on their federal tax returns.  This deduction, created by Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus (D-Mont.) in 2008, allows taxpayers who do not itemize their tax deductions to receive property tax relief as a standard deduction of $500 for single filers and $1,000 for joint filers.
  • Tax Cut for College Tuition – This bill extends a tax deduction for qualified education expenses including college tuition and fees, so Americans can get the world-class education they deserve without going bankrupt in the process.
  • Research and Development Tax Credit – The bill extends a tax cut for research and development to help American businesses spur innovation and grow.
  • Tax Credit for Equipment Investments – The legislation allows companies to receive tax refunds on a portion of their Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) credits if they invest in capital equipment for use in the United States.
  • Tax Benefits for Capital Investments – The legislation extends a tax cut to allow restaurant owners to depreciate new construction and improvements and retail store owners to depreciate improvements over 15 years rather than 39.5 years, supporting construction jobs, encouraging economic development and saving these businesses money they can use to reinvest in their companies and hire new workers.
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Call and Thank Sens. Murray and Cantwell for opposing Sen. Murkowski


We need you to Call Sens. Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell

Call Sens. Murray and Cantwell: Save the Clean Air Act
Keep fighting!

Our campaign to stop Sen. Murkowski from gutting the Clean Air Act is gaining traction.

We are expecting Murray and Cantwell to vote against Sen. Murkowski’s efforts to gut the Clean Air Act when the senate votes as early as this week on her resolution. We need all of the “NO” votes to stand strong and fight hard to influence their colleagues.

Can you call Sens. Murray and Cantwell and thank them for showing leadership on saving the Clean Air Act?

Senator Maria Cantwell
Phone: 202-224-3441

Senator Patty Murray
Phone: 202-224-2621

When senators take a stand like this, it’s important that they know their constituents support them.

As a constituent, your voice will matter most.

Here’s a sample script you can use:

Hi — my name is [NAME] and I live in [YOUR CITY], [YOUR STATE].

I’m calling to thank [Senator’s NAME] for opposing Sen. Murkowski’s effort to gut the Clean Air Act. I am counting on [HIM/HER] to be a leader and influence other senators to also oppose Sen. Murkowski’s efforts gut the Clean Air Act.

These calls matter. Thank you for your time and effort.

Adam Quinn, Campaign Manager
CREDO Action

P.S. Join our Clean Air Act page on Facebook.

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Add your name to the Petition …denounce Congressman Don Young’s comments


Sign the Petition
Republican Congressman Don Young is feeling the full force of grassroots Democrats over his outrageous Sarah Palin-esque comment saying that the Gulf of Mexico oil spill is “not an environmental disaster.”

Last week, we set a goal of having 50,000 people sign our petition denouncing Mr. Young’s outrageous comments protecting his Big Oil friends. Already, more than 62,000 activists have signed the petition and added their voice to the fight.

Let’s turn up the heat even more on these Big Oil protecting Republicans by helping us reach our newest goal of 75,000 signatures.

Add your name to our petition denouncing Congressman Don Young’s outrageous protection of Big Oil in the midst of this disaster.

Once you sign the petition, forward it to five of your friends and invite them to sign. We’ll send your comments directly to Congressman Young.

Congressman Young’s outrageous comments fly in the face of reality. With your help, we can hold him accountable.

Now let’s keep the pressure on and send the loudest message possible to other Big Oil protecting Republicans: It’s time to ge t serious about ending our addiction to oil. It’s time to support pending clean energy legislation in Congress.

Your voice will make the difference in this fight.

Thanks,

Jon Vogel
Jon Vogel
DCCC Executive Director

P.S. One you sign the petition, share it with your friends on Facebook and Twitter!