| What: | Westboro Baptist Counter Protest |
| When: | Tuesday, March 1 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
| Where: | Across from Northwestern High School Adelphi Road & Van Buren Street University Park, MD 20782 Metro: Prince George's Plaza (Green Line) |
"What you are seeing right now is a whole lot of political talk in D.C. and a whole lot of work in the states," said Haley, who was sworn in as the state's first female governor a little more than six weeks ago. "These governors get it. Washington, D.C., has totally lost the message. We are taking our governments back and giving it to the people."
"The more heavy-handed the unions are with us, the more we are going to talk smack back," Haley said.
COLUMBIA (WACH) -- Political action group Moveon.org helped to organize rallies across the nation to stand in solidarity with pro-union demonstrators in Wisconsin.
The group called for an emergency rally at each statehouse across the nation to demand an end to the attacks on workers rights and public service.
Several folks from the Midlands came out to show their support for those Wisconsin.
"It is very important that we are gathering in every single state across the nation. Capitols of major cities are used to carry the message around. Wisconsin workers are not alone and neither are the other workers across the nation," says Rudy Majia.
U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn is promising to get the $400,000 needed for a study of deepening the Charleston Harbor shipping channel. But he isn't saying how.
Clyburn told The Post and Courier of Charleston he has put an earmark for the money in the federal budget three times but it always died in the Senate.
The Democratic lawmaker says he's earmarked millions and that should be proof he will get the money. Clyburn isn't telling the media how he plans to go about it this time.
Dear James Newsome,
I am writing you to see what needs to be done to secure the necessary funding for South Carolina Ports.
I applaud you and your entire team for standing up for the people of South Carolina.
It puzzles me to see our elected leaders of South Carolina playing South Carolina Politics and pointing their fingers at other people.
The needs of the people here in South Carolina are being ignored while a few SC politicians grandstand. The people of South Carolina clearly understand how important our Ports are. The Ports in South Carolina are vital for our economy and for future development. It's a shame that we as a South Carolina Delegation couldn't stand hand in hand and request the needed funds to deepen and dredge our Ports.
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As you know, in Wisconsin and a number of other of states, governors are trying to take away the right of unions to collectively bargain. If you thought this didn’t affect veterans, think again. Take a moment to view a short video I’ve recorded on the subject, and stand with us, as we stand up for workers.
April 30 State Convention in Columbia  |
| Robert L. Borosage & Roger Hickey, Co-directors Campaign for America's Future |
Recent Congressional Votes
Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess until Monday, February 28, 2011. | |
| Recent Senate Votes | |
FISA Sunsets Extension Act of 2011 - Vote Passed (86-12, 2 Not Voting) The Senate passed this bill extending some expiring provisions of the Patriot Act for 90 days. The extension allows both chambers more time to work on long-term bills. The House cleared the measure for the president two days later. Sen. Lindsey Graham voted YES......send e-mail or see bio Sen. Jim DeMint voted YES......send e-mail or see bio FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act - Vote Passed (87-8, 5 Not Voting) This $34.6 billion bill reauthorizes the Federal Aviation Administration for two years and sets aviation policies. The House is working on its own version of the bill that would cover four years. Sen. Lindsey Graham voted YES......send e-mail or see bio Sen. Jim DeMint voted NO......send e-mail or see bio | |
| Recent House Votes | |
| Continuing Resolution, FY2011 - Vote Passed (235-189, 9 Not Voting) The House passed this long-term CR that would fund government operations through September 30, 2011, the end of the current fiscal year. The bill includes $61.5 billion in spending cuts. The current funding expires on March 4, 2011. The bill now goes to the Senate. Rep. Tim Scott voted YES......send e-mail or see bio FISA Sunsets Extension Act of 2011 - Vote Passed (279-143, 11 Not Voting) The House gave final approval to this bill extending some expiring provisions of the Patriot Act for 90 days. The original House bill would have extended the provisions to December 8, 2011, but the Senate approved the short-term bill on February 15. Both chambers are working on long-term bills. The president is expected to sign the bill into law. Rep. Tim Scott voted YES......send e-mail or see bio | |
Calling all students, teachers, union members, workers, patriots, public servants, unemployed folks, progressives, and people of conscience:
In Wisconsin and around our country, the American Dream is under fierce attack. Instead of creating jobs, Republicans are giving tax breaks to corporations and the very rich, and then cutting funding for education, police, emergency response and vital human services. The right to organize is on the chopping block. The American Dream is slipping out of reach for more and more Americans, and we have to fight back.
We call for emergency rallies in front of every statehouse this Saturday at noon to stand in solidarity with the people of Wisconsin. Demand an end to the attacks on workers' rights and public services across the country.
Demand investment, to create decent jobs for the millions of people who desperately want to work. And demand that the rich and powerful pay their fair share.
We are all Wisconsin.
We are all Americans.
Add your endorsement and this Saturday we will stand together to save the American Dream.
