Articles related to "House Of Representatives"
H.R. 2120: Equity in Contraceptive Coverage
Why do insurance companies cover Viagra, but not the Pill? An important bill before the Congress aims to change that situation. Read all about it right here...
congress • congress watch • contraceptives • pill • house of representatives
Why do insurance companies cover Viagra, but not the Pill? An important bill before the Congress aims to change that situation. Read all about it right here...
congress • congress watch • contraceptives • pill • house of representatives
The Student Loan Scandal
More students and their families need help covering the cost of tuition, making student loans an $85 billion industry.
student loan • scandal • house of representatives • code of conduct • preferred lender
More students and their families need help covering the cost of tuition, making student loans an $85 billion industry.
student loan • scandal • house of representatives • code of conduct • preferred lender
IS THERE A PRESIDENT IN THE HOUSE? (PART IX)
Gerald Ford served for more than 24 in the House of Representatives, rising to be the leader of his party in the House. His reputation for hard work and honesty made him the first Vice President selected under the provisions of the 25th Amendment, and eventualy President of the United States. In this article, we examine his Congressional record.
ford • nixon • republican • house • representatives
Gerald Ford served for more than 24 in the House of Representatives, rising to be the leader of his party in the House. His reputation for hard work and honesty made him the first Vice President selected under the provisions of the 25th Amendment, and eventualy President of the United States. In this article, we examine his Congressional record.
ford • nixon • republican • house • representatives
CACTUS JACK GARNER: "NOT WORTH A BUCKET OF WARM....."
"Cactus Jack" Garner worked his way up to Speaker of the House, and then agreed to become Vice President. He regretted the decision for the rest of his life. He also spoke out about his opinions of FDR and the Vice Presidency.
garner • roosevelt • president • vice president • democratic party
"Cactus Jack" Garner worked his way up to Speaker of the House, and then agreed to become Vice President. He regretted the decision for the rest of his life. He also spoke out about his opinions of FDR and the Vice Presidency.
garner • roosevelt • president • vice president • democratic party
Salmonella Outbreaks and US Politics
Lawmakers and farmers point the finger at the Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control but there is enough blame to spread around both agencies.
house of representative salmonella hearings • financial losses to producers • government agencies defense • government agencies turf wars • government agencies lack of cooperation
Lawmakers and farmers point the finger at the Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control but there is enough blame to spread around both agencies.
house of representative salmonella hearings • financial losses to producers • government agencies defense • government agencies turf wars • government agencies lack of cooperation
The Political Race for Diversity
After this month's midterm elections, the Democrats are now a political majority. But do these electoral swings impact race relations in America?
diversity • politics • race • midterm elections • democrat
After this month's midterm elections, the Democrats are now a political majority. But do these electoral swings impact race relations in America?
diversity • politics • race • midterm elections • democrat
A Checklist of IMF Reforms
A Laundry List of IMF Reforms
international monetary fund • international monetary fund • imf • imf • bretton woods
A Laundry List of IMF Reforms
international monetary fund • international monetary fund • imf • imf • bretton woods
American Farmers Fall In Love With IMF
American farmers are being misled by the IMF.
international monetary fund • imf • asian financial crisis • american farmers • currency devaluation
American farmers are being misled by the IMF.
international monetary fund • imf • asian financial crisis • american farmers • currency devaluation
Betting on Web Casinos
Wireless laptops and handheld devices allow unfettered access to online gambling. But is it legal?
online casinos • web casinos • internet casinos • online gambling • web gambling
Wireless laptops and handheld devices allow unfettered access to online gambling. But is it legal?
online casinos • web casinos • internet casinos • online gambling • web gambling
Campaign finance -- the IT industry learns to play the game
With reform in the campaign finance laws becoming a real possibility, IT companies have shown how to use their muscle, with the battle over proposed broadband legislation providing a good case study
house • senate • politics • broadband • campaign contributions
With reform in the campaign finance laws becoming a real possibility, IT companies have shown how to use their muscle, with the battle over proposed broadband legislation providing a good case study
house • senate • politics • broadband • campaign contributions
Exposing Wannabe Heroes
Without an official database of all official military medal citations, criminals are tainting the honor of America's real heroes.
medal of honor • hero • heroes • american hero • congressional medal of honor
Without an official database of all official military medal citations, criminals are tainting the honor of America's real heroes.
medal of honor • hero • heroes • american hero • congressional medal of honor
IS THERE A PRESIDENT IN THE HOUSE? (PART VII)
John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson both ahd extensive experience in both houses of Congress. This experience was extremely helpful as they both worked to pass ambitious social programs, especially landmark civil rights bills. In this article, we examine their congressional service.
kennedy • johnson • senate • house • representatives
John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson both ahd extensive experience in both houses of Congress. This experience was extremely helpful as they both worked to pass ambitious social programs, especially landmark civil rights bills. In this article, we examine their congressional service.
kennedy • johnson • senate • house • representatives
John Quincy Adams Dies in Congress
John Quincy Adams, the only President elected to the House of Representatives after his Presidency, participates in a controversial vote, then collapses and dies.
john quincy adams • john quincy adams collapses in house of representa • john quincy adams dies in congress • john quincy adams dies after voting against mexica • john quincy adams protests mexican war
John Quincy Adams, the only President elected to the House of Representatives after his Presidency, participates in a controversial vote, then collapses and dies.
john quincy adams • john quincy adams collapses in house of representa • john quincy adams dies in congress • john quincy adams dies after voting against mexica • john quincy adams protests mexican war
Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal
As the nation's youngest sitting governor, Jindal also is the first elected Indian-American governor and the first non-white Louisiana governor since Reconstruction.
bobby jindal • louisiana governor • indian-american governor • "new louisiana" • mike foster
As the nation's youngest sitting governor, Jindal also is the first elected Indian-American governor and the first non-white Louisiana governor since Reconstruction.
bobby jindal • louisiana governor • indian-american governor • "new louisiana" • mike foster
The Local Politics of Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln's early political careers shows tremendous potential, as his intelligence and devotion to his beliefs carried him up the political ladder.
early life of abraham lincoln • lincoln's patent • whig party • republican party • blackhawk war
Abraham Lincoln's early political careers shows tremendous potential, as his intelligence and devotion to his beliefs carried him up the political ladder.
early life of abraham lincoln • lincoln's patent • whig party • republican party • blackhawk war
THE PRESIDENTIAL LINE OF SUCCESSION: WHO'S NEXT?
The Presidential line of succession designates who takes over if both the President and Vice President die, resign or leave office. Learn who might become our next President.
president • vice president • speaker of the house • president pro tem of the senate • succession
The Presidential line of succession designates who takes over if both the President and Vice President die, resign or leave office. Learn who might become our next President.
president • vice president • speaker of the house • president pro tem of the senate • succession
THIRD PARTIES: THE FREE SOIL PARTY, PART II
The Free Soil Party existed for just six years, but it changed the course of American history. In addition to changing a presidential election, it elected three of the most powerful Senators of their day, including a future Chief Justice and a future Vice President.
free soil • american party • know-nothing • republican • liberty party
The Free Soil Party existed for just six years, but it changed the course of American history. In addition to changing a presidential election, it elected three of the most powerful Senators of their day, including a future Chief Justice and a future Vice President.
free soil • american party • know-nothing • republican • liberty party
The Rise of James Buchanan
The quick growth and early success of James Buchanan played an infamous role in the growth of the United States during the first half of the nineteenth century.
president james buchanan • american civil war • america's worst president • dickenson college • democratic party
The quick growth and early success of James Buchanan played an infamous role in the growth of the United States during the first half of the nineteenth century.
president james buchanan • american civil war • america's worst president • dickenson college • democratic party
To Burn or Not to Burn!
Issues - Flag Burning
election issues • flag burning • political • politics • campaigns
Issues - Flag Burning
election issues • flag burning • political • politics • campaigns
Antebellum Political Characters: Claiborne and Porter
Short bios of two figures in 19th century Louisiana politics - the first governor, William C. C. Claiborne, and a United States Senator and Whig party leader, Alexander Porter. Both of these men came to Louisiana by way of Tennessee.
louisiana • politics • government • william claiborne • alexander porter
Short bios of two figures in 19th century Louisiana politics - the first governor, William C. C. Claiborne, and a United States Senator and Whig party leader, Alexander Porter. Both of these men came to Louisiana by way of Tennessee.
louisiana • politics • government • william claiborne • alexander porter
IS THERE A PRESIDENT IN THE HOUSE? (PART VIII)
Richard Nixon was one of the most fascinating figures in our recent history. Although he served less than six years in Congress, his service there catapulted him to national prominence, and eventually to the White House. In this article, we will examine how his Congressional record led to his later historic actions.
nixon • senate • house • representatives • congress
Richard Nixon was one of the most fascinating figures in our recent history. Although he served less than six years in Congress, his service there catapulted him to national prominence, and eventually to the White House. In this article, we will examine how his Congressional record led to his later historic actions.
nixon • senate • house • representatives • congress
IS THERE A PRESIDENT IN THE HOUSE? (PART X)
George Herbert Walker Bush served only two short terms in the House of Representatives, but he gained valuable experience as a member of the powerful Ways and Means Committee. In this final article in the series, we will examine his brief Congressional career and learn why it came to a sudden end.
bush • nixon • johnson • republican • democratic
George Herbert Walker Bush served only two short terms in the House of Representatives, but he gained valuable experience as a member of the powerful Ways and Means Committee. In this final article in the series, we will examine his brief Congressional career and learn why it came to a sudden end.
bush • nixon • johnson • republican • democratic
New IMF Strategy Emerges in Congress
Congress considers two new proposals for funding the IMF
imf • international monetary fund • asian financial crisis • foreign aid • jack kemp
Congress considers two new proposals for funding the IMF
imf • international monetary fund • asian financial crisis • foreign aid • jack kemp
Ten Commandments the Answer to School Violence?
As part of its school violence remedy, the US House of Representatives recently passed a resolution to allow the Ten Commandments to be posted in public schools. Were they right?
ten commandments • bible • muslim • jew • christian
As part of its school violence remedy, the US House of Representatives recently passed a resolution to allow the Ten Commandments to be posted in public schools. Were they right?
ten commandments • bible • muslim • jew • christian
The Politics of James A. Garfield
James A. Garfield worked very hard throughout his life, succeeding at many things, including his education, his military career, and, of course, politics.
james a garfield • united states presidents • presidential assassinations • shortest terms for u.s. presidents • stalwarts
James A. Garfield worked very hard throughout his life, succeeding at many things, including his education, his military career, and, of course, politics.
james a garfield • united states presidents • presidential assassinations • shortest terms for u.s. presidents • stalwarts
The Presidency of Andrew Johnson
New President Andrew Johnson was thrust into power and forced to find a way to unite a sharply divided country. The result, however, was his political downfall.
andrew johnson • abraham lincoln • confederacy • assassination of abraham lincoln • united states civil war
New President Andrew Johnson was thrust into power and forced to find a way to unite a sharply divided country. The result, however, was his political downfall.
andrew johnson • abraham lincoln • confederacy • assassination of abraham lincoln • united states civil war
The Presidency of John Quincy
From the beginning, John Quincy Adams faced an uphill battle as President. He was never quite able to prove wrong those who viewed his Presidency as being "illegitimate.
john quincy adams • the american presidency • the american system • corrupt bargain • henry clay
From the beginning, John Quincy Adams faced an uphill battle as President. He was never quite able to prove wrong those who viewed his Presidency as being "illegitimate.
john quincy adams • the american presidency • the american system • corrupt bargain • henry clay
Cracks in the Façade of Bush Inc.
It is true that the Emperor Nero fiddled from the balcony of his Imperial palace while Rome burned in the 10th century AD because he lacked the wit to lead the charge to save the city. Is George W. Bush our Nero? Is he wasting valuable time lunching with school children while to nation sinks deeper into a war without a leader?
bush • anthrax • congress • republicans • democrates
It is true that the Emperor Nero fiddled from the balcony of his Imperial palace while Rome burned in the 10th century AD because he lacked the wit to lead the charge to save the city. Is George W. Bush our Nero? Is he wasting valuable time lunching with school children while to nation sinks deeper into a war without a leader?
bush • anthrax • congress • republicans • democrates
Flag Burning and the Constitution
A look at the Senate's effort earlier this summer to pass on a bill banning flag burning and the legal arguments against the flag desecration amendment.
flag burning • flag desecration • house • senate • supreme court
A look at the Senate's effort earlier this summer to pass on a bill banning flag burning and the legal arguments against the flag desecration amendment.
flag burning • flag desecration • house • senate • supreme court
David Cutcliffe Gives Duke Hope
In Cutcliffe's last game at Tennessee, the Volunteers gave indication of the strength of Cutcliffe's offense with a 21-14 victory over Wisconsin in the 2008 Outback Bowl
david cutcliffe • 2008 outback bowl • head-coaching position at duke • peyton and eli manning • erik ainge
In Cutcliffe's last game at Tennessee, the Volunteers gave indication of the strength of Cutcliffe's offense with a 21-14 victory over Wisconsin in the 2008 Outback Bowl
david cutcliffe • 2008 outback bowl • head-coaching position at duke • peyton and eli manning • erik ainge
Genetic Non-Discrimination Act
Many US citizens fear the use of genetic tests to investigate medical conditions. GINA will prevent the use of results by employers and insurers.
gina • genetic information non-discrimination act • genetic testing • genetic disorder • genetic disability
Many US citizens fear the use of genetic tests to investigate medical conditions. GINA will prevent the use of results by employers and insurers.
gina • genetic information non-discrimination act • genetic testing • genetic disorder • genetic disability
Health Care Bills Pass
On Tuesday, December 19, 2007, the U.S. Senate passed several health care related bills, some of which have gone to President Bush for signature.
schip • medicare • ama • aarp • health care funding legislation
On Tuesday, December 19, 2007, the U.S. Senate passed several health care related bills, some of which have gone to President Bush for signature.
schip • medicare • ama • aarp • health care funding legislation
Lincoln and Slavery
An examination of how Lincoln dealt with the issue of slavery and grappled with that of race throughout his life.
lincoln • emancipation proclamation • slavery
An examination of how Lincoln dealt with the issue of slavery and grappled with that of race throughout his life.
lincoln • emancipation proclamation • slavery
National Marina Day 2007
National Marina Day is on August 11, 2007. Take this chance to visit your local marina or harbor and learn more about recreational boating!
national marina day • boating gateways • recreational boating • harbor • marina
National Marina Day is on August 11, 2007. Take this chance to visit your local marina or harbor and learn more about recreational boating!
national marina day • boating gateways • recreational boating • harbor • marina
Shirley Chisholm: a true Pioneer
In addition to her ground-breaking 1972 presidential campaign that blazed a new trail, Chisholm was the first African-American woman elected to Congress
shirley chisholm • 1972 presidential campaign • first african-american woman • 1972 democratic presidential nomination • maine senator edmund muskie
In addition to her ground-breaking 1972 presidential campaign that blazed a new trail, Chisholm was the first African-American woman elected to Congress
shirley chisholm • 1972 presidential campaign • first african-american woman • 1972 democratic presidential nomination • maine senator edmund muskie
The John F. Kennedy Presidency
An overview of the foreign and domestic policies followed by Kennedy during his short time as President of the United States.
jfk • john f. kennedy • american president • cold war • bay of pigs
An overview of the foreign and domestic policies followed by Kennedy during his short time as President of the United States.
jfk • john f. kennedy • american president • cold war • bay of pigs
U.S. Rep Suggests Carbon Tax
U.S. Congressman John D. Dingell is seeking public comment on his proposal to tax carbon-based fuels to discourage consumption and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
carbon tax • john dingell • fossil fuels • greenhouse gas emissions • greenhouse gases
U.S. Congressman John D. Dingell is seeking public comment on his proposal to tax carbon-based fuels to discourage consumption and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
carbon tax • john dingell • fossil fuels • greenhouse gas emissions • greenhouse gases
Sardinia and the War - Part 2
Political tug of war, inefficiency and disaster impede the expedition project.
Political tug of war, inefficiency and disaster impede the expedition project.
Agricultural Use of Antibiotics Causes Risks for Humans -- Plus
Use of Antibiotics in livestock feed poses risks to humans but US federal agencies differ on the extent of the risk. Plus some home remedies to limit your own use of antibiotics.
antibiotics • agriculture • food • disease • virus
Use of Antibiotics in livestock feed poses risks to humans but US federal agencies differ on the extent of the risk. Plus some home remedies to limit your own use of antibiotics.
antibiotics • agriculture • food • disease • virus
Clinton-Lewinsky Sex Scandal
As sex increasingly becomes a more prominent issue to be considered in the political age of today, this article looks back at the most (in)famous sex scandal of them all.
clinton lewinsky sex scandal • bill clinton impeachemt trial • hillary clinton • hillary president race • hillary democrat party
As sex increasingly becomes a more prominent issue to be considered in the political age of today, this article looks back at the most (in)famous sex scandal of them all.
clinton lewinsky sex scandal • bill clinton impeachemt trial • hillary clinton • hillary president race • hillary democrat party
Colony Collapse Disorder
This is a worldwide problem, particularly bad in America, where honeybee colonies are dying off at an alarming rate.
colony collapse disorder • vanishing bee syndrome • pesticides • agriculture • pollinators
This is a worldwide problem, particularly bad in America, where honeybee colonies are dying off at an alarming rate.
colony collapse disorder • vanishing bee syndrome • pesticides • agriculture • pollinators
Experience to be President
Republicans love to tout McCain's experience as a qualification to be president. But what experience counts when it comes to the presidency?
president experience obama mccain • obama republicans experience • mccain military experience • mccain 72 obama 47 • abraham lincoln experience
Republicans love to tout McCain's experience as a qualification to be president. But what experience counts when it comes to the presidency?
president experience obama mccain • obama republicans experience • mccain military experience • mccain 72 obama 47 • abraham lincoln experience
Franchise Regs Part 2: Franchisee Advocates Take to the Hill
When it comes to the rights of franchisees, Susan Kezios speaks her mind. The industry, she says, needs to be regulated.
franchise • franchising • franchisor • franchisee • legislation
When it comes to the rights of franchisees, Susan Kezios speaks her mind. The industry, she says, needs to be regulated.
franchise • franchising • franchisor • franchisee • legislation
High Stakes in 2000
Why Election 2000 has especially high stakes.
election 2000 • presidential elections • us
Why Election 2000 has especially high stakes.
election 2000 • presidential elections • us
How the Dayton Accord Restructured Bosnia
The Dayton Accord outlined how Bosnia would recover from the war and become a functioning nations, but 14 years after it was signed, Bosnia fails to meet expectations.
dayton accord ends bosnian war • republika srpska • bosniac-croat federation • high representative for bosnia • srebrenica massacre kills bosnian men
The Dayton Accord outlined how Bosnia would recover from the war and become a functioning nations, but 14 years after it was signed, Bosnia fails to meet expectations.
dayton accord ends bosnian war • republika srpska • bosniac-croat federation • high representative for bosnia • srebrenica massacre kills bosnian men
IMF Funding Dealt Second Major Setback
IMF funding receives second major defeat.
imf • imf • international monetary fund • international monetary fund • asian financial crisis
IMF funding receives second major defeat.
imf • imf • international monetary fund • international monetary fund • asian financial crisis
John Grisham
John Grisham's rise from small-town lawyer to best-selling author seems on the surface a Cinderella story, but it's more a tale of dedication and hard work than luck.
john grishman • 20th century mystery writers • mystery writers from mississippi • courtroom drama authors • mystery author biographies
John Grisham's rise from small-town lawyer to best-selling author seems on the surface a Cinderella story, but it's more a tale of dedication and hard work than luck.
john grishman • 20th century mystery writers • mystery writers from mississippi • courtroom drama authors • mystery author biographies
John Quincy Adams' Early Years
John Quincy Adams, elected President in 1824 as a Democratic-Republican, was a member, during his long political career, of no less than five political parties.
john quincy adams • united states presidents • federalist • democratic republican • francis dana
John Quincy Adams, elected President in 1824 as a Democratic-Republican, was a member, during his long political career, of no less than five political parties.
john quincy adams • united states presidents • federalist • democratic republican • francis dana
JOHN TYLER'S PRESIDENTIAL PRECEDENT
John Tyler set the pattern for Vice-Presidents who assume the top spot when the elected President dies in office. It wasn't easy, and the nation owes him a debt of gratitude for his determination.
john tyler • president • vice-president • inauguration • civil war
John Tyler set the pattern for Vice-Presidents who assume the top spot when the elected President dies in office. It wasn't easy, and the nation owes him a debt of gratitude for his determination.
john tyler • president • vice-president • inauguration • civil war
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