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Senators Promote Cash-for-Clunkers as Auto Industry Boost; Environment Takes Back Seat

By | 06.01.09 | 6:15 pm

This week, the Senate will likely begin debate on its version of a cash-for-clunkers bill, according to CNNMoney. This legislation began with green intentions — replacing gas-guzzlers with more efficient vehicles — but if you needed any more evidence it’s become little more than a handout to the More…

Yes They Can!

By | 01.22.09 | 3:21 pm

I spent the early afternoon at the March for Life, the annual rally held on the National Mall to mark the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, to see how the 48-hour-old Obama presidency was playing.

HOLDER HEARING: What’s the Matter with Kansas? Two Words: Sam Brownback

By | 01.15.09 | 3:44 pm

Is Sen. Sam Brownback (R-Kans.) really talking about protecting fetuses under the Americans with Disabilities Act right now?

Really?

Someone has already started running for governor in 2010.

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A special thanks to Matt Berman for his awesome help researching and transcribing the hearings today.