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Is a Biometric Identify Card the Key to Immigration Reform?TIMETwo Senators, New York Democrat Chuck Schumer and South Carolina Republican Lindsey Graham, certainly seem to think so. They recently presented an ...and more »
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FOXNews (blog)Obama to Toss First Pitch at Washington Nationals Home OpenerFOX 4 News... but the ball barely made it to home plate. He also had ceremonial first pitch duties at a 2005 Chicago White Sox game when he was a Senator from Illinois.President Obama will throw out first pitch Opening Day at Nationals ParkWashington Post (blog)all 338 news articles »
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ABC NewsInsurance companies are winners in healthcare debateSpero NewsAnd thank him they will, as well as senators and congressmen who voted for the bill. But don't worry about those who voted against it; the insurance ...US should not mandate health care, states resisting billKansas State Collegianall 695 news articles »
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CBS NewsMedia invent Obama hypocrisy on recess appointmentsMedia Matters for AmericaAt the time, Democrats, including Mr. Obama, then a senator from Illinois, opposed the move. Mr. Obama described Mr. Bolton as 'damaged goods.' Sen. ...Obama Announces 15 Recess AppointmentsTIME (blog)all 1,021 news articles »
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CS8 boys track: Senators' Collins makes up for lost timeThe State Journal-RegisterThe indoor season culminated for Collins on Saturday at the Illinois Prep Top Times Indoor Classic, where he competed in the 55-meter dash. ...and more »
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Washington PostDems Chose Fmr Senator's Daughter for Illinois Lt. Gov.ChicagoNow (blog)If any one thinks becoming Illinois Lt. Gov. is somehow a "jump start" to a political career they are blowing smoke up your... well, they are blowing smoke. ...Late senator's daughter placed on Illinois ticketColumbia Daily TribuneDemocrats nominate Simon to be Quinn's running mateChicago Sun-Timesall 518 news articles »
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...Force plan, included in President Barack Obama's 2011 budget proposal, Air Guard units in West Virginia, Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, Minnesota, Nevada, New York, North Carolina, Texas and Puerto Rico would transfer at least one C-130 cargo plane to Little...
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Heritage.org (blog)Illinois Senate Approves School VouchersChicago Public RadioIllinois State Senators yesterday approved a measure that would allow families to apply for vouchers. Parents could receive up to $6000 per student to help ...Vouchers Would Take Kids Out of Failing SchoolsMyFox Illinoisall 18 news articles »
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Illinois considers a four-day school week to save moneyUSA TodayIllinois state senators are considering a measure already in place in other states that would allow school districts to convert to a four-day week, ...and more »
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Examiner.comIllinois reaction to health care reform legislation muted compared to other statesExaminer.comAP Photo So far, neither of Illinois' US Senators or Congressmen that voted for the national health care reform legislation on Monday have been spat on, ...and more »
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Senator Richard Durbin (D-IL): “Frankly, the Banks Own Congress” and You're ...BenzingaAs Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) said (prior to Chairman Dodd's mark-up): “Hard to believe in a time when we are facing a banking crisis, that many of the ...and more »
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Amends the Illinois Insurance Code, the Health Maintenance Organization Act, and the Voluntary Health Services Plans Act to require coverage for hearing instruments and related services for all individuals when a hearing care professional prescribes a hearing instrument. Provides that an insurer shall provide coverage for up to $2500 per hearing aid per insured's hearing impaired ear subject to certain restrictions. Provides that an insurer shall not be required to pay a claim if the insured filed the claim 36 months prior to the date of filing the claim with the insurer and the claim was paid by any insurer. Contains a nonacceleration clause. Effective immediately. [Video Script] Hello! My name is Angela Botz and I am deaf and wear a hearing aid. I wanted to share with you about Hearing Aids. We are facing problems with people with hearing loss are not able to afford hearing aid. Hearing Aids can offer many people with hearing loss a second chance, which they can hear and/or to communicate to gain effectively participate in educational, social and professional settings. One out of 10 Americans has a hearing loss and it is a #1 hidden disability in the country. People with hearing loss could not afford hearing aids, either analog or digital. Also cannot afford to have it repaired or get a new ear mold. Wearing a hearing aid or two means "freedom". It is about being able to hear, regain balance, less stressful, appreciate life with sound of nature, bird chirping ...
The decision to assign agents to Mr. Obama, nearly nine months before voting begins in the Democratic primaries for president, is the earliest the Secret Service has ever issued a security detail to a candidate. A spokesman for the Secret Service, Eric Zahren, said the agency was not aware of any specific threat against Mr. Obama. Mr. Zahren declined to provide details of what had prompted the elevation of security for Mr. Obama, a first-term Democratic senator from Illinois. Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton, Democrat of New York, is the only other presidential candidate who receives Secret Service protection, Mr. Zahren said. But her security comes through her role as a former first lady. Presidential candidates often resist security protection until the last possible moment, saying it restricts movement and prevents them from campaigning directly with people. But since Mr. Obama announced his candidacy nearly four months ago, he has been accompanied by a private security detail hired by his campaign. Aides said the guards, some of whom were former federal agents, were a response to the large crowds and the historic nature of his candidacy, which, if successful, would make him the first black president. The aides have declined to discuss whether Mr. Obama has received specific threats. In an interview yesterday, Michelle Obama, the senators wife, said the Secret Service protection underscored the notion that we are moving to the next level of the presidential campaign. The ...
Rep. Roskam, a longtime colleague of President Obama's in the Illinois Senate, remembers the President as a bipartisan deal-maker who tackled tough issues with Senators on both sides of the aisle.
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Windy City TimesSTATE SENATE: 7th DISTRICT Heather SteansWindy City TimesFollowing a special Democratic primary election in February 2008, Steans was elected to represent Illinois' 7th District, an election she has called both ...and more »
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Daniels: Ind. not so bad compared to othersBall State Daily NewsGovernor Mitch Daniels speaks to senators and representatives after his State of the State Address. In the speech Daniels thanked the General ...and more »
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Olson focuses on DuPage County local issuesChicago Daily Observer[This article was syndicated via RSS from Illinois Review. The views represented do not necessarily represent those of the Chicago Daily Observer. ...and more »
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Kansas City StarCox Disappointed by Asian Carp Ruling but Vows to Fight for Jobs, EnvironmentThe Michigan NewsDave Camp, and Senators Levin and Stabenow. Cox also said that public pressure on President Obama will play a vital role in changing the Obama ...Court rules in Asian Carp battleConnectMidMichigan.comall 803 news articles »
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Telegraph.co.ukWhat the MA Election Means For ILChicagoNow (blog)For Massachusetts, Mitt Romney is the most obvious example, while here in Illinois, we've had Republican governors and senators in the not-too-distant past. ...No spin: Here's the truth and consequences of Massachusetts stunnerSan Francisco Chronicle (blog)Counting The Days: Will Kennedy's Quick Seating In 1962 Repeat Itself?TPMDC (blog)all 9,468 news articles »
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Jackson gets black media endorsementsChicago TribuneAP CHICAGO - Democrat Cheryle Jackson has the backing of black media companies who say it's important that a black senator be elected from Illinois. ...and more »
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INSIDE WASHINGTON: Secret Senate digs proliferateWashington PostThis year, even junior senators will get their own private, unmarked offices that are a convenient few steps from the Senate chamber. ...and more »
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Rep. Roskam (R-IL) on why moving Gitmo to Illinois is a bad idea, Nancy Pelosi shutting out C-SPAN from backroom health care talks and Senator Dodd retiring
New York Times (blog)WREX.com – Rockford's News LeaderAn Illinois Senator promotes the federal ...WREX-TVIllinois Senator Dick Durbin voted for the bill, but says it's not perfect. He says it has its positive parts, but it's missing a public option. ...As Senate Approaches Jobs Bill, Will Unemployment Benefit Extension Be Included?Progress Illinois (blog)Health-care bill may bypass conference processMarketWatchall 2,956 news articles »
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Where's Sen. Dick Durbin when you need him?
While other senators were making gravy for their states in exchange for supporting health care legislation, Durbin parlayed his job as Democratic whip, the second most powerful party job in the Senate, into,
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Illinois State Senators Kirk Dillard (R-24th District), Dale Righter (R-55th District), and Dan Rutherford (Illinois 53rd District) discuss current problems and possible solutions concerning redistricting reform in the Illinois General Assembly.
Illinois State Senators Kirk Dillard (R-24th District), Dale Righter (R-55th District), and Dan Rutherford (Illinois 53rd District) discuss current problems and possible solutions concerning redistricting reform in the Illinois General Assembly.
Rob Schenck is still in Chicago, outside the famous Moody Bible Institute, to continue in our 1 Timothy 2 Dailky Prayer sessions for our top government officials. In this sesion he prays for the chiefs of staff to Illinois senators Richard Durbin and Roland Burris.
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Many facilities are so dangerous, said state Sen. William Delgado, D-Chicago, that "I would be pushing very hard to have a federal monitor oversee what is happening in these nursing homes. ... Shame on us, all of the agencies. ... This is really,
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Illinois Senator Dan Cronin discusses the MSSC Certification at Bison Gear for his "Illinois Education" segment.
Illinois Senator Dan Cronin discusses the MSSC Certification at Bison Gear for his "Illinois Education" segment.
Illinois Republican State Senators discuss redistricting reform in Springfield.
Illinois Republican State Senators discuss redistricting reform in Springfield.
Illinois Republican State Senators discuss redistricting reform in Springfield.
Illinois Republican State Senators discuss redistricting reform in Springfield
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford recently went on Comcast Newsmakers to discuss various proposals to raise taxes.
From www.bishoponair.com Marching to audit the Fed September 16, 2009 by Greg Bishop It is time to audit the Federal Reserve was the message Tuesday afternoon. Around 20 members of the public from around central Illinois gathered to send that clear messages in downtown Springfield, September 15th. S604, the Federal Reserve Sunshine Act of 2009, has 24 cosponsors in the Senate. Current cosponsors do not including the two Senators form Illinois: Senators Roland Burris and Dick Durbin. A public ...
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford asks the question, "Do I need a haircut"? It was prompted by Chicago Sun-Times columnist Neil Steinberg referring to his "steel-tinted crew cut".
Radical Left Illinois Senators Support ACORN Criminal Enterprise. Griff Jenkins from Fox News attempts to interview Illinois Radical Left, Blago appointee, United States Senator Roland Burris about his vote not to cut off funding of ACORN. Burris acknowledges his support of the ACORN criminal enterprise.
A federally funded group with ties to President Barack Obama caught giving illegal advice to undercover filmmakers. Now, both Illinois senators vote to continue the group's funding.
Radical Left Illinois Senators Support ACORN Criminal Enterprise. Griff Jenkins from Fox News attempts to interview Illinois Radical Left, Blago appointee, United States Senator Roland Burris about his vote not to cut off funding of ACORN. Burris acknowledges his support of the ACORN criminal enterprise.
To raise public awareness of S 604, the Federal Reserve Sunshine Act of 2009 (which is the companion bill in the US Senate to HR 1207 to Audit the Fed!), a peaceful rally is being planned for September 15th. The rally is also meant to generate publicity in the local media and help persuade our US Senators from Illinois, Senator Richard J. Durbin and Senator Roland W. Burris to cosponsor S 604 and to explain their respective positions on the bill. This event is being organized on a statewide scale--specifically in Chicago and Springfield, where both Senators have offices. Our concerted and organized efforts will raise public awareness of this important issue and bring political pressure to bear on our Senators for standing in the way of transparency for the Fed. The event will culminate with concerned citizens presenting over 3000 petition signatures in support of S 604 to both of the senators' offices.
Sept. 10th, 2009, Chicago, Illinois -- Two concerned citizens were briefly detained by Department of Homeland Security officers for the crime of filming in a public location and attempting to document the actions of public officials, having political signs in their possession on "Federal property", and attempting to deliver the petitions of Illinois residents to the offices of our US Senators. They were subsequently released and were free to go after the brief, but outrageous episode.
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford discusses the proposed service tax proposal that passed the Illinois Senate in late May, 2009.
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford announces his candidacy for the Office of Illinois State Treasurer.
Illinois Senators Gary Forby (D) Benton and John O' Jones (R) Mt. Vernon appear on WSIL TV News 3 on July 1, 2009 to discuss the budget crisis in Illinois.
Illinois State Senator Dan Rutherford discusses the Bridge Budget
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