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Friday News Rundown!
ExecutiveBush keeps papers in subpoena showdown (Synopsis: Congress wants documents related to the firing of U.S. attorneys. The White House says no. Separation of powers showdown to ensue)Bush encourages Muslim modera… -
Pence vs. 'Fairness Doctrine'
Rep. Mike Pence is trying, once and for all, to bury the so-called "Fairness Doctrine". Democrats including Sens. Dick Durbin, John Kerry, and Diane Feinstein are all looking to bring back the 1947 rule that says that r… -
Immigration Bill On Deathbed
The Senate is expected to vote again to end debate on the much maligned immigration reform bill. If the 60 votes are not achieved, the bill would die due to Senate rules on scheduling. The bill had been touted by Pres… -
Blurbs
JindalIt appears that former Governor Dave Treen is considering jumping into the race against Rep. Bobby Jindal for the Louisiana Governor's race. Treen, 78, was Governor in the early '80s. He was also a candidate in 2… -
Senate Election News
Virginia As time goes on, it appears more and more likely that Virginia Sen. John Warner (R) will not be running again for Senate. To this point, Warner has been vague on reelection plans, saying by September he will ma… -
Cheney Rejoins Executive Branch
After a few days of insisting that he was not a part of the Executive branch, and therefore, exempt from presidential executive orders, Vice President Dick Cheney is backing off. Cheney's office insisted he, as Presiden… -
Congress Wants Lady Liberty's Crown Reopened
For the second year in a row, Congress is urging the National Park Service to look into the possibility of reopening the Statue of Liberty's crown. They're encouraging to the tune of $1 million dollars, in fact. Rep. … -
In other news...
WorldTony Blair Resigns as Prime MinisterLegislativeLugar Speech Could Set Off Republican Defections on Bush Iraq StrategyRichardson tops 37th race (CA)Potential Kissell primary could muddle his support from DCCC (NC) P2… -
CA Councilman Could Face Deporation
As it turns out, former Councilman Zoila Meyer from the city of Adelanto, California, is not a citizen of the United States. Now she could face deportation for committing a felony. More specifically, she could be depo… -
Meet the Newest Senator
John Barrasso was selected Friday to become the newest U.S. Senator. A surgeon and Republican legislator, Barrasso fills the void left by the late Sen. Craig Thomas (R-WY) who died on June 4. Barrasso was selected fro… -
Congress Breaks Record!
Congratulations from the American people through Gallup to Congress, you've just hit an all-time low! In a poll conducted this month, only 14% of respondents said they had a "great deal" or "quite a lot" of confidence i… -
Clinton, Boxer Involved in Radio Scheme?
Appearing on John Ziegler's radio show on KFI 640 AM, Sen. James Inhofe (R-OK) said he overhead a conversation between Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barbara Boxer about the need for a legislative fix for talk radio. The li… -
CA Lawmaker Threatens to Sever Ties with Cherokees
Early this year, the Cherokee Nation voted to remove tribal benefits, including medical coverage, from 2,800 descendents of the tribe's former slaves. According to Rep. Diane Watson (D-CA), one of the most liberal membe… -
Busy Friday News...
ExecutivePentegon Cyber Attack Forces 1,500 PCs Off LineWhite House Denies Talk of Closing GuantanamoCIA to reveal 'skeletons'LegislativeUS House approves foreign aid; ignites abortion fightGOP Opposes Pelosi Meeting Wit… -
'08 Dems Vow to 'Take Back America'
At the annual Take Back America conference in Washington, the Democratic "big three" emphasized the need for a Democratic White House win in 2008. The conference is designed to allow presidential hopefuls to discuss the… -
Nader: Clinton is a 'Coward'
Ralph Nader is looking over the political landscape, and not liking what he sees. As a result, he is considering another run for the presidency. Nader, who may have taken enough votes away from Vice President Gore in … -
One Long News Rundown!
ExecutiveBush taps Nussle to be his budget director (Synopsis: The President appointed former Rep. Jim Nussle (R-IA) to replace outgoing budget head Rob Portman. If confirmed, Nussle would be the first Iowan to serve … -
Thompson Crosses Pond to Meet Thatcher
Former TN Senator Fred Thompson (R), who continues to inch forward toward launching a presidential bid, flew across the pond Monday to Great Britain to meet with former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and deliver a pol… -
Bloomberg Fuels More Speculation
For a candidate who says he is not interested in a White House bid, he sure sounds like a candidate interested in a White House bid. Current New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg (R) spoke to over 1,000 Google employees… -
Like the DMV, Only Worse
It's like sitting at the DMV waiting for your number to be called, only there's about 2 million other people waiting in front of you. That's the situation Americans are facing when trying to get a passport. Recent reg… -
GA Special Election Preview
Ten candidates are vying for the seat held by the late Rep. Charlie Norwood (R-GA) in a special election this Tuesday. Norwood was beloved in the 10th district, which encompasses much of northern Georgia including Athe… -
Bush Receives Gifts Like Any Other Dad
President Bush received what surely millions of other dads received on Father's Day...ties. First Lady Laura Bush bought several ties for the President during a recent trip to Europe. The President spent the day with … -
Ruth Graham Passes Away
Ruth Graham, the wife of world renowned evangelist Billy, died in her home on Thursday. She was 87. You can read the full story here.Posted by D. Price -
Gay Marriage Ban Fails in Mass.
Massachusetts lawmakers rejected a proposed constitutional amendment on Thursday banning same-sex marriage. The vote, which was defeated 45-151, was five votes shy of what was needed to place the proposed amendment on t… -
Arnold: Say Adios to Spanish T.V.
When asked how latino students could improve academically at a meeting of Hispanic journalists, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger (R) responded simply, "You've got to turn off the Spanish television set." The Go… -
Giuliani vs. Social Conservatives
Social conservative leaders are ratcheting up their resistance to former NYC Mayor Giuliani. About a month ago, Focus on the Family head James Dobson said that he would never vote for Giuliani. Joining Dobson's resist… -
I don’t know, Alaska
It seems only fitting for the only two states that are not connected to the mainland are political opposites. Hawaii is one of the bluest states in the union and was the main base of operation for far left Rep. Dennis … -
In other news...
Election NewsRivals try to deflate F. Thompson campaignGOP issues rules to avoid Macaca moments Coleman faces challenge from his former adviserNew GOP candidate for Pa. seatLegislative/Policy NewsReid labels military lea… -
Offices Closed 6/13
The Generation Joshua offices will be closed Wednesday, June 13, for a company function.-GenJ Staff -
Watch Yourself, Mr. President
Did someone steal President Bush's watch? That's what it appears like in a YouTube clip of the President greeting a joyous crowd in his recent trip to Albania. The situation had the blogosphere in both countries specul… -
In other news...
Not much on the political front today...Vote of Confidence in Gonzales Goes NowhereAir Force Considered Gay 'Love Bomb' Versus EnemiesBush Administration Adds 7 Nations to Human Trafficking BlacklistBoehner: Republicans … -
Senate Readies No Confidence Vote on Gonzales
The Senate will try today to put forth a no confidence vote on Attorney General Alberto Gonzales over the role he played in the firing of several U.S. attorneys. If this vote passes procedural blocks that Republicans ha… -
Death Penalty: The Debate Continues
It's a topic that makes most politicians squirm. Should there be a death penalty? If so, what effects will that have on society? If not, likewise. According to several recent studies, the verdict seems to be in. De… -
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ExecutiveBush: Immigration bill will be revivedBush Receives Hero's Welcome in AlbaniaDOJ controversy invades FEC LegislativeLieberman says strike on Iran is an optionPowell gives Obama foreign policy advicePosted by D. … -
Legislative Roundup
Congress has been busy this week working on several pieces of legislation. Here's the current status of a few bills:1. Immigration bill- Died yesterday in the Senate. Republicans with 12 Democrats in agreement succes… -
In other news...
LegislativeTim Johnson set to return to the SenateE-mail gaffes panic staffsGOP may not win Delay's old seatGOP eyes 'shutdown' of Senate over judgesP2008First-tier Dems skip Hopkins debateRichardson, Dodd to Debate in S… -
Thompson Launches 'Fredsite'
Former Tennessee Sen. Fred Thompson launched his first website, a sign that he will be entering the 2008 race in the near future. The site, ImWithFred.com, allows donations to be made as well as how to join the Thompson… -
From Straw Men to Scare(d)crows
When the going gets tough, the tough don't show up. Presidential candidates Giuliani and McCain both decided Wednesday that they would not participate in the August 11 Iowa straw poll. This clears the way for rival Mi… -
House GOP Endorses Human Cloning...but Not Really
A bill banning reproductive human cloning would naturally be a bill that the House GOP would generally support. Afterall, many oppose federally funded embryonic stem cell research. House Republicans, however, rallied … -
In other news...
ExecutiveLynne Cheney Named as Possible ReplacementGay Groups Decry Surgeon General NomineeLegislativeLate-night threat to immigration billObama, Graham Trade Barbs in SenateP2008Gingrich: 4-1 Odds Against GOP BidPosted … -
GOP Round 3
In a relatively slow news day, most of the political articles center on last night's GOP debate hosted by CNN. This comes on the heels of the Democratic debate just two days earlier. The debate largely centered on the … -
Mr. Freeze(r) Idicted
Mr. Freeze(r) may be heading to the big house to be placed on ice. Embattled Louisiana Rep. William Jefferson was indicted on 16 charges on Monday relating to bribery, racketeering, obstruction of justice, and money la… -
'08 Dems Discuss Faith
Democrats have recognized a need to reach out to the Christian community. In the past two presidential election cycles, the Christian community has strongly favored Republican candidates over the Democratic alternative… -
Sen. Craig Thomas Dies
After a bout with leukemia, Sen. Craig Thomas (R-WY) has passed away. Thomas, who was first elected to Congress to replace current Vice President Dick Cheney, served three terms in the United States Senate following th… -
Senator Clinton Speaks To Execs In Front of Misspelled Banner
Senator Hillary Clinton's campaign might want to consider investing in a dictionary... or a proofreader... or at least use the spell check option on their computer.The Democratic presidential hopeful pitched a technology… -
"Dr Death" Returns to Society
Jack Kevorkian (a.k.a Dr. Death), a retired pathologist, has been released from prison after serving eight years. Kevorkian was convicted in 1999 for the assisted suicide/murder of Thomas Youk, a man suffering from Lou …
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