Liberty News
Landslide: House Rejects 'Clean' Debt Increase In Night Vote
Tuesday night, the House rejected a proposal to raise the debt limit without cutting spending. The bill’s defeat, 318-97, was orchestrated by the very party that proposed it. “This vote, a vote based on legislation I have introduced, will and must fail,” said the bill’s chief sponsor, Ways and Means Chairman Dave Camp (R-Mich.).
Plain Water Better For Kids Than Energy, Sports Drinks
A new report from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) says energy drinks are not appropriate for children and adolescents. The report also said sports drinks are rarely needed by kids; for simple rehydration, water is best.
McCain Criticizes Obama Over Libya Operation
Senator John McCain (R-Ariz.) on Sunday slammed President Barack Obama for his handling of the nation’s military strategy in Libya. During an appearance on FOX News Sunday, McCain said that Libyan dictator Moammar Gadhafi would have already been removed from power if the United States had remained in control of the operation.
Palin Hits The Road, Says She Is 'Contemplating' Presidential Run
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin recently embarked on a national bus tour, which has reignited speculation that the Tea Party favorite is readying for a Presidential campaign.
State Motto Sticker Designs In Ohio Stir Controversy
Several advocacy groups have criticized voting sticker designs in Ohio because of their inclusion of the word “God.” Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted has proposed six new voting sticker designs, one of which will be handed out to voters on Election Day.
Michele Bachmann (Not To Be Confused With Sarah Palin)
Michele Bachmann is not Sarah Palin. So says the Congressional Representative from Minnesota’s 6th District and founder of the House Tea Party Caucus. Yet Bachmann, who may or may not announce a bid for the 2012 Presidency in June, is still fighting comparisons to the former Alaska Governor.
Romney: Obama Administration Has ‘Failed’
In an interview with NBC’s Today, former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney said of President Barack Obama’s Administration over the past two years: “It’s failed.” Romney will formally launch his campaign for the 2012 Presidency on Thursday.
The White House’s War On Press Coverage Continues
Recently, the press was denied access to two fundraisers where Vice President Joe Biden was speaking. Requests for admission by local media were denied by the Vice President’s press office, a move that mirrors the recent shut-out of the Boston Herald by the Administration of President Barack Obama.
California City Considering Ban On Male Circumcision
The residents of Santa Monica, Calif., may consider a ballot initiative in 2012 that would make it a misdemeanor to circumcise a male before the age of 18, according to an article on FoxNews.com. The controversial proposal is spearheaded by a group called MGMBill, where MGM stands for “male genital mutilation.”
Wisconsin Judge Rules Against Law That Limits Union Collective Bargaining
A circuit court judge in Wisconsin has struck down the State’s law that strips nearly all collective-bargaining rights from public employees. Dane County Circuit Judge Maryann Sumi ruled that GOP lawmakers broke the State’s open meetings laws by approving it.
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