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Verizon-Google: There’s a Hard Rain Coming

Rep. Grayson hits the nail right on the head about the proposal between Google & Verizon. This deal does not preserve net neutrality. In fact, it will create net apartheid. Reach out to your local government officials and keep the internet … Continue reading

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Senate Chops Last Lifeline For Struggling Families

This is shameful. Families need this assistance especially, “99ers.” It seems as though Congress is absolutely against any of the “common” people of this nation. Senate Chops Last Lifeline For Struggling Families – COLORLINES.

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Desperation Grows as Jobless Benefits Run Out

Ms. Jarron’s plight is not unusual, it is becoming commonplace. This is an extremely sad state of affairs. We need to pressure our elected officials to help everyone who is unemployed. We cannot be “snookered” into believing that illegal immigration affects this … Continue reading

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U.S. Rep. Maxine Waters faces ethics charges

First Charles Rangel now, Maxine Waters. There’s two things that come to mind: Innocent until proven guilty and absolute power corrupts absolutely. U.S. Rep. Maxine Waters faces ethics charges – latimes.com.

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Unemployment Extension Standoff, Day 36: Blaming The Unemployed

This is unconscionable. We voted for these people to represent all of us. This is how they do their jobs. Senators, as well as any member of Congress have jobs and can more than pay their own bills. Who are … Continue reading

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How the unemployed have become a scapegoat for Congress

Dr. Watkins as always gets to the heart of the matter. How the unemployed have become a scapegoat for Congress.

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Jobless Benefits End, Senate Exits, History Repeats

If you are one of the 2 million Americans who is on unemployment this directly affects you. However, all Americans need to pay attention to what our elected legislators are doing in Washington and make sure they are truly acting … Continue reading

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White House Releases Health Law Details

This all sounds good to me! it’s a small first step but it is atleast a step fiorward. White House Releases Health Law Details : NPR.

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‘People are calling for his head’

American politics in the 24 hour news-cycle has become like the weekly National Enquirer. It is composed of “professional” politicians who want to look good for the cameras and make provocative and  sensational statements. In this case, Joe Barton reached way too far. He wanted … Continue reading

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Rev. Jesse Jackson: Congress Ignores Nation’s Job Crisis

The right to earn a living for yourself and your family should be a right. Unfortunately, it’s more of a privilege. Rev. Jackson’s commentary is all too real for millions of families. It is stirring, compelling, and informative. Rev. Jesse … Continue reading

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