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Greatest Hits of the GOP Case Against Waxman-Markey

By | 06.04.09 | 3:05 pm

The Waxman-Markey energy and climate bill has gained momentum since its passage out of the House Energy and Commerce Committee on May 21. The bill, which carries tax implications, is expected to pick up its needed stamp of approval from the Ways and Means Committee by June 19, says More…

?Democrats Push to Regulate Key Factor in Meltdown

By | 10.16.08 | 1:00 pm

As Congress mulls how to buoy a sinking economy, lawmakers seem increasingly determined to rein in the unregulated derivatives industry, which many suspect has caused much of the mess.

During two congressional panels convened this week, key lawmakers have vowed to push new regulations for the derivatives market, with a More…