Glenn Beck and Randy Forbes: A Match Made on C Street
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Cross-Posted at Daily Kos Last week, Glenn Beck traveled to Washington to sell books, gold, and his own unique take on religion in America.
The Kochtopus Extends Its Tentacles in California
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From the LA Times : "A company owned by oil billionaires Charles and David Koch has contributed $1 million to Proposition 23, a November ballot initiative to suspend California’s groundbreaking 2006 global-warming law."
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September 5, 1972 – we remember
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Yossef Gutfreund, wrestling referee Moshe Weinberg, wrestling coach Yossef Romano, weightlifter Kehat Shorr, sharpshooting coach Amitzur Shapir, track and field coach Andre Spitzer, fencing master Yakov Springer, weightlifting judge Eliezer Halfin, wrestler Mark Slavin, wrestler David Berger, weightlifter Ze'ev Friedman, weightlifter If you do not recognize their names, you should. They died as a result of a terrorist attack. 11 members of the Israeli Olympic team. Two killed by Black September, Romano and Weinberg. The rest killed during the failed rescue attempt
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Answer the Question, Jan Brewer
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Whether you like or hate Rachel Maddow is irrelevant. Jan Brewer seems to be having a real hard time answering questions that the people of Arizona want answers to. Rachel is right. Your instinct it to turn away, not to watch Brewer choke. It is painful. Visit msnbc.com for breaking news , world news , and news about the economy What would be so difficult for Brewer to just say she misspoke
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NATIONAL DEMOCRATS PREPARE TO ABANDON PERRIELLO
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Adult Services Section of Craigslist Shuts Down
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Censored Craig’s list has stopped offering links to the adult services in the United States. according to the Washington Post : One of the world’s biggest providers of Internet classified advertising abruptly shut down the “adult services” section of its U.S. Web sites this weekend, apparently in response to criticism from prosecutors that it had become a tool for prostitution. But it was unclear whether Craigslist – an icon of the new media transformation of American society – had closed the site to placate those critics, or to hit back at them, casting itself as the victim of censorship. On its famously bare-bones Web sites, the blue-lettered link for adult services was gone.
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Good news for the Taliban
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It seems that the manufactured controversy over the Islamic Center in Lower Manhattan is doing wonders for at least one interested party -- the Taliban! This according to a no less knowledgeable source than...the Taliban itself. Newsweek quotes "Taliban operative Zabihullah" as saying: By preventing this mosque from being built, America is doing us a big favor...It's providing us with more recruits, donations and popular support. A true propaganda bonanza that "now heads the list of talking points in Taliban meetings with fighters, villagers, and potential recruits." Says Zabihullah: "The more mosques you stop the more jihadis we will get."
Good news for the Taliban
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It seems that the manufactured controversy over the Islamic Center in Lower Manhattan is doing wonders for at least one interested party -- the Taliban! This according to a no less knowledgeable source than...the Taliban itself. Newsweek quotes "Taliban operative Zabihullah" as saying: By preventing this mosque from being built, America is doing us a big favor...It's providing us with more recruits, donations and popular support. A true propaganda bonanza that "now heads the list of talking points in Taliban meetings with fighters, villagers, and potential recruits." Says Zabihullah: "The more mosques you stop the more jihadis we will get."
Democracy vs. Republic, Foul Pole vs. "Fair Pole"
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Over at the Coffee Party website , Annabel Park refutes the ridiculous notion that America isn't big enough to be both "a representative democracy and a republic." Annabel explains: The whole meme that we are not a democracy but a republic is based on a distortion and diminution of the concept of democracy into a single, abstract form of it: a direct and pure democracy. Yes, we do not have THAT form of a democracy. We don't go to the polls to make every single governmental decision.
Democracy vs. Republic, Foul Pole vs. "Fair Pole"
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Over at the Coffee Party website , Annabel Park refutes the ridiculous notion that America isn't big enough to be both "a representative democracy and a republic." Annabel explains: The whole meme that we are not a democracy but a republic is based on a distortion and diminution of the concept of democracy into a single, abstract form of it: a direct and pure democracy. Yes, we do not have THAT form of a democracy. We don't go to the polls to make every single governmental decision.
Weekend Open Thread Sept. 4, 2010
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Once a thread has 100 comments, I will take it down from top position and start a new one. We are suppose to get nice weather for the weekend. Won’t that be nice! Elena and her family are camping out–campfire and all. Does anyone have special plans for the long weekend?
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"I don’t see how he’s going to get it past"
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Another day, another spelling mistake by the Washington Post . McDonnell is scheduled to unveil his plan for ABC privatization next week. Howell said she continues to hear skepticism from fellow Democrats and some Republicans about the governor's claim that his plan will fully replace the annual revenue the state now receives from its 332 liquor stores. "I don't see how he's going to get it past," she said. Past, passed, whatever (or maybe, as Faulkner said, "The past is never dead
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Shocking new profile of Sarah Palin in Vanity Fair
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There's an amazing new profile of Sarah Palin by Michael Joseph Gross in Vanity Fair : Even as Sarah Palin’s public voice grows louder, she has become increasingly secretive, walling herself off from old friends and associates, and attempting to enforce silence from those around her. Following the former Alaska governor’s road show, the author delves into the surreal new world Palin now inhabits—a place of fear, anger, and illusion, which has swallowed up the engaging, small-town hockey mom and her family—and the sadness she has left in her wake. You can read the entire profile at Vanity Fair. Even more amazing is what the profile's author had to say when he was interviewed: "The worst stuff isn't even in there," Michael Joseph Gross said on "Morning Joe" Thursday.
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GONZO TELLS ANITA KUMAR WHERE TO SHOVE HER PAPER
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McDonnell’s plan to raise taxes speaks volumes
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It's worth taking a moment to go back and recall where all of this supposedly started: transportation. The Republican Party of Virginia steadfastly refused to raise taxes on motor fuels--gasoline and diesel--in order to pay for much needed and neglected repairs to Virginia's road system. A small tax of a few pennies per gallon would be the simplest and best way of addressing the commonwealth's transportation problems. The use of motor fuels is directly related to the use of the road system. If we raised the tax on gasoline, the more people drive on the roads, the more fuel they buy, the more money would be available to fix the roads.
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President Obama: "Honoring the American Worker"
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The full transcript is here .
Join Krystal Ball and Lt. Gov. Bill Halter at O’Connell’s in Alexandria!
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Please join Hosts Rob Dugger & Joan Huffer, Suzann Matthews, Edward & Nancy Rice, The International Association of Machinists Co-Hosts Charles Cerf, Frank Conner III, Barbara D. Davis, Richard Kirschner, Jerome M. Hauer, Sean Holihan, Mary Tondreau For a Cocktail Reception with Special Guest The Honorable Bill Halter Lieutenant Governor of Arkansas Benefitting Krystal Ball Democratic Candidate for Congress VA-1 Tuesday, September 14, 2010 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Daniel O’Connell’s Restaurant 112 King Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314 Suggested Contribution Levels Host – $2,400 * Co-Host – $1,000 Sponsor – $500 * Guest – $100 Young Democrat – $35 Lieutenant Governor Halter was elected in 2006 and chairs the Democratic Lieutenant Governor’s Association. Bill Halter brings extensive experience in both the public and private sectors to his office. He has served as an economic adviser to the President of the United States and to the U.S
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Terrorists and Hypocrites
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Colonel Moe Davis can’t stand terrorists and hypocrites. Colonel Davis has assisted Indiana Congressman Brad Ellsworth , a candidate for Evan Bayh’s senate seat, repudiate an attack ad made by his Republican opponent, former Senator and DC lobbyist Dan Coats. Remember Coats from the bad old days? It seems that Dan Coats is quite the hypocrite on a few things. He needs to be careful who his friends are.
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What Do Corey Stewart, MTV, and The New York Times Have in Common?
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Give up? They will all be on a panel together, September 7th, in New York. The Screening of 9500 Liberty will have a full “cast” to debate the impact of the events in the movie and probably, the broader questions of immigration enforcement and immigration reform. Honestly, I never would have thought that Corey would have the chutzpah to be in a real debate with knowledgeable people, not only on immigration, but what happened, specifically, in Prince William County. Hats off to Corey for having the courage to do so
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Deep Thoughts: Transportation Edition
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Was just listening to Adam Tuss' report on WTOP on the completion of Maryland's ICC . Now that the ICC is finished, what will be the next Phenomenally Expensive Paving Project That Will Surely Solve All Our Transportation Problems ( Paying No Attention To The Fact That Afterwards Traffic Usually Remains Unchanged, If Not Worse )? Expanding I66 ? I395 HOT lanes ? Surely then every driver from Loudoun & Stafford Counties will be able to cruise from their cul-de-sac to K Street in 20 minutes flat!
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Robert Hurt: So Committed To Outsourcing Jobs…
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Update: OMG week in Norfolk
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The West Wing called it throwing out the trash: release of information on Friday. In this case, it’s not just Friday but also the Friday hurricane Earl was supposed to hit and before a long weekend. So it’s really trash day – and Norfolk didn’t disappoint. According to The Virginian-Pilot , five people have been fired or forced out of the Community Service Board as the result of their knowledge of a worker who was paid for 12 years but never came to work.
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Update: OMG week in Norfolk
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The West Wing called it throwing out the trash: release of information on Friday. In this case, it’s not just Friday but also the Friday hurricane Earl was supposed to hit and before a long weekend. So it’s really trash day – and Norfolk didn’t disappoint. According to The Virginian-Pilot , five people have been fired or forced out of the Community Service Board as the result of their knowledge of a worker who was paid for 12 years but never came to work.
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It Matters.
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(Originally posted at Daily Kos ) I want to share with each and every one of you how I will be spending this coming Sunday, September 5th 2010. I'll be knocking on doors .
It Matters.
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(Originally posted at Daily Kos ) I want to share with each and every one of you how I will be spending this coming Sunday, September 5th 2010. I'll be knocking on doors .
Liars, Inc & Their Adoring/Fawning Corporate Media Fans
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Yes, Glenn Beck was caught in a lie (video above), but what's one lie among thousands left unrefuted?
The Temper Tantrum Election
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Eugene Robinson nails it in his opinion piece in today's (3 Sept 2010) Washington Post when the headline says "We're spoiled brats, and we vote." He acknowledges that every poll and pundit worth his salt is predicting a Republican wave in
Nye launches new ad focused on his work against aircraft carrier move….
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U.S. Rep. Glenn Nye, D-Norfolk, went after Republican Scott Rigell over negative advertising during the most recent debate between the two congressional hopefuls and Independent Kenny Golden. So far Nye's stayed positive on the campaign trail, probably because he knows as an incumbent in behooves him to talk about his record because Rigell doesn't have any kind of political background. Rigell's business acumen appears to be when the Republican is hanging his hat on - and the lack of political experience could be a positive thing considering the current political mood
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Jan Brewer. Anti-Immigrant Demagogue. Imbecile.
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Ladies and gentlemen, we present to you the leader of the anti-immigrant movement in this country. Yes, she's an imbecile, and yes she's completely off her rocker, but just ignore all that and...oh forget it! P.S. Even more lunacy after the "flip," this time on supposed "immigrant beheadings" (what next, aliens with anal probes?). P.P.S. I wonder if Corey Stewart, Ken Cuccinelli, and the other anti-immigrant heroes here in Virginia believe in the "immigrant beheadings" insanity as well
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Burgers, dogs and Bush-bashing at Scott’s annual Labor Day picnic….
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U.S. Rep. Robert C. "Bobby" Scott's annual campaign kickoff brings hosts of Democrats to the southern tip of Newport News to gear up for the looming fall campaigns.
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Labor Day with Congressman Scott
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Obviously, it’s been a busy week as I have not posted about the 34th Annual Labor Day Picnic of Congressman Bobby Scott. The event will be held this Monday, September 6, from 3pm to 6pm at The Scott Family Home, 914 Shore Drive in Newport News. RSVP to 757-245-2000 or by email . Be there! Filed under: Fun stuff , Hampton Roads , Local , National , Politics , Virginia
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Another OMG week in Norfolk
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A quick rundown of the stories of interest this week: The leak of the audit report on Commissioner Sharon McDonald came on Monday afternoon in advance of Tuesday’s City Council meeting. The Council’s response Tuesday night was pretty harsh and included an ordinance . The editorial board finally weighed in on the McDonald controversy. The FBI and others have joined the probe into the issue of a 12-year no-show employee, who has finally been identified and who got raises during the 12 years.
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We’re No. 18!
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When it comes to roads. According to this report . . . .
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Bob McDonnell’s Great "Privatization" Plan? Raise Taxes on Bars and Restaurants!
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I'm sure that this will go over really well with Bob McDonnell's base. Restaurants and bars that buy liquor from state stores now would have to pay for the privilege of buying directly from private wholesalers under a privatization plan being prepared for unveiling by Gov. Bob McDonnell next week. McDonnell is counting on restaurants and bars for as much as $38 million a year as part of a complex package of taxes and fees designed to make up the revenue now generated by Virginia's state liquor monopoly. The money would come from a new 4 percent tax that would be imposed on drinks sold in restaurants or bars , according to sources familiar with the plan
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Friday fun: what’s your zombie name?
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Your Zombie Name is The Groaner Braiiiins! What’s Your Zombie Name? Filed under: Fun stuff
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School Board Dissatisfied with the 4 Horsemen of the BOCS
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Anything to get re-elected Many years ago, in Prince William County, there was a gang on either the BOCS or the appointed school board who were not-so-affectionately named the 4 horsemen. They were seen as enemies of the school system. It seems that the 4 horsemen have been reincarnated, after several decades, on our board of supervisors. I am trying to remember . Why they were named that? Was it a nice way of speaking of the educational Apocalypse on the horizon or was it short for horse body parts
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Upscale Adult Boutique Criticized by Old Town Concerned Citizens
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Once again Manassas gets media attention. This time it isn’t Mr. Fernandez: View more news videos at: http://www.nbcwashington.com/video . K K Temptations, an adult boutique, will be opening next month in Old Town Manassas. Perhaps the first thing people need to do is clarify in their own minds what really constitues ‘porn.’ I have a sneaking suspicious we wouldn’t all agree, especially if some people thought others were watching.
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Projection Bias
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Wapo’s Eugene Robinson says the anti-Democratic mood isn’t an “electoral wave,” it’s a temper tantrum. Seems like every time there’s a huge GOP tidal wave, pundits call voters crybabies . Because the voters, not having gotten their way, supposedly are lashing out. The pundits themselves would never do that, of course.
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Arse Longa, VITA Brevis
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McDonnell proposes massive tax increase on small business owners
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We knew there had to be a catch, and here it is. Bob McDonnell wants to raise taxes on small business owners that operate bars, clubs, and restaurants that serve alcohol: Restaurants and bars that buy liquor from state stores now would have to pay for the privilege of buying directly from private wholesalers under a privatization plan being prepared for unveiling by Gov. Bob McDonnell next week. McDonnell is counting on restaurants and bars for as much as $38 million a year as part of a complex package of taxes and fees designed to make up the revenue now generated by Virginia's state liquor monopoly.
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Funky N.K. Dancers
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University of Mary Washington Sophomore Teaches Gov. McDonnell a Lesson
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For more, including a transcript of the exchange between University of Mary Washington sophomore and environmental studies student Abbie Rogers and Gov. Bob McDonnell, click here . Great stuff; go Abbie!
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More Coming Tomorrow…
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Pew Research Center: U.S. Unauthorized Immigration Flows Are Down Sharply Since Mid-Decade
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According to the the Pew Reseach Center undocumented immigration is down since mid-decade. (see above) The annual inflow of unauthorized immigrants to the United States was nearly two-thirds smaller in the March 2007 to March 2009 period than it had been from March 2000 to March 2005, according to new estimates by the Pew Hispanic Center, a project of the Pew Research Center. This sharp decline has contributed to an overall reduction of 8% in the number of unauthorized immigrants currently living in the U.S. — to 11.1 million in March 2009 from a peak of 12 million in March 2007, according to the estimates.
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Shark Breath? Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water…
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Shark Breath? Just when you thought it was safe to go back in to the water, an 8 foot shark is caught in the Potomac River. It wasn’t just any shark. It was an 8 foot deadly bull shark. According to the Washington Post : Willy Dean was on the Potomac River in a 22-foot skiff Tuesday morning when he realized there was something both abnormal and enormous in his net
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2nd CD Forum – Second Calvary
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In case you weren’t able to make the 2nd Congressional District candidates’ forum Thursday evening, here is the video that I broadcast live. This was the second time the three candidates faced off. Filed under: Hampton Roads , Local , National , Politics , Virginia
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Nye, Rigell and Golden on stage trading barbs on BP, mosques and gay marriage….
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Rep. Glenn Nye, Republican Scott Rigell and Independent Kenny Golden are at work trying to convince a decent crowd of voters that they're right for Congress tonight in Norfolk. They've already had opening statement - and now they've touched on the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and the Manhattan mosque that is an ongoing controversy. Right now they've only got 60 seconds to answer questions so you're getting pretty short responses. None of the three candidates agree with the controversial mosque - dubbed the "Muslim victory mosque" by some enlightened soul on Facebook - but the offered nuanced approaches to the budding brouhaha
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"The Job’s Not Done Tour" Comes to Virginia
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Good stuff, courtesy of the BlueGreen Alliance . SPRINGFIELD, VA - A bus tour highlighting the potential to create good American jobs by passing comprehensive clean energy and climate change legislation in the U.S. Senate stopped by the Re/Build Warehouse in Springfield, Virginia, today to urge Senators Warner and Webb to support action on comprehensive legislation that will create and save millions of American, clean energy jobs, including up to 50,000 jobs in Virginia . "Nearly 1 out of 10 Americans are still out of work and we need action now to create and preserve millions of jobs across the country," said Lindsay Patterson, President of USW Local 404 of Philadelphia.
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Glenn Nye’s New Ad
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Computer Crashes and Sweetheart Contracts
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It's now been over a week since the once-ballyhooed, privatized state computer system crashed, a mess caused by a malfunctioning storage unit in Richmond. The unit has been repaired, but, as anyone who has ever dealt with a hard drive crash knows on a small scale, the work in getting everything back in order still goes on, while state business doesn't get done very well.