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Jack Abramoff Spills the LOOT on Congressional Lobbyist | 60 Minutes

Posted on November 6, 2011 by rikyrah

This practice is still prevalent in the halls of congress, can’t you tell? And Jack should know JACK, hmmm? Jack Abramoff (pronounced /ˈeɪbrəmɒf/; born February 28, 1958) is an American former lobbyist and businessman.[1] Convicted in 2006 of mail fraud and … Continue reading →

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America’s DEFICIT Show & Tell: Time to RAISE TAXES!

Posted on May 14, 2011 by rikyrah

Hat tip BWD at The Only Adult in the Room for graphics. From Bob Cesa:  Every single poll you can find shows that a majority of Americans favor raising taxes on the wealthy. Even a majority of self-identified Republicans and self-identified … Continue reading →

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President Obama Signs EXECUTIVE Order For Disclosure of Politcal Spending by Government Contractors- Take That Citizens United!

Posted on April 21, 2011 by rikyrah

From Politicususa With A Stroke Of His Pen Obama Strikes Back At Citizens United April 21, 2011  By Rmuse Excerpt: On Wednesday it was reported that President Obama was drafting an executive order that would require companies pursuing federal contracts … Continue reading →

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President Obama’s Weekly Address

Posted on September 25, 2010 by rikyrah

September 25, 2010-  The president’s radio address:This week, the economists who officially decide when recessions start and end declared the recession of 2008 to be over. But if you’re one of the millions of Americans who lost your home, your … Continue reading →

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