Author Archives: Jim Sutliff

CQ MoneyLine –

Posted on 20. April 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The Congressional Quarterly MoneyLine provides needed campaign finance information and guidelines.  It is also a great source of news regarding campaigns and campaign accounts.  The articles posted provide insight into the races that are competitive and the races that may … Continue reading →

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Health Care Takes Lead –

Posted on 19. April 2010 by Jim Sutliff

It is expected that Republican leaders will put Health Care and the front of their election strategy.  Republican officials return to Washington this week and have the remainder of the session to implement the strategy. http://www.cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?docID=news-000003638646 James Sutliff

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Cook Political Report –

Posted on 18. April 2010 by Jim Sutliff

A top resource for political insiders is the Cook Political Report.  They provide insight and analysis on State and Federal races.  A quick look at their breakdown indicates that Republicans are expected to achieve gains in both House and Senate … Continue reading →

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Political Atlas –

Posted on 17. April 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Congressional Quarterly has a political atlas that provides election results for Congress and Presidential results by district.  The atlas also provides a breakdown of the 2010 races for Senate and the House. To visit the Political Atlas, please click here: … Continue reading →

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SEC Self-Funding –

Posted on 15. April 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Senator Schumer is calling for the SEC to be a self funded regulatory body.  The SEC would be funded through fees that it would collect.  This is one more item up for debate regarding the financial bill. To read a … Continue reading →

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Pennsylvania Senate Polling –

Posted on 14. April 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The race for United States Senate in Pennsylvania has drawn a great deal of attention from pollsters.  The only problem is that every poll seems to yield a different result.  Polling data this far in advance of elections have historically … Continue reading →

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SEC Scrutiny of ETFs –

Posted on 12. April 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Leveraged Exchange-Traded Funds are coming ubder closer scrutiny of the SEC.  The Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) have also indicated that they may put stricter limits on position which could effect large ETFs. To read the Wall Street Journal article, … Continue reading →

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TARP & TALF –

Posted on 10. April 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Fox News Business has an area dedicated to TARP and TALF articles and reports.  If you have an interest in these programs you should check out this news source. To visit Fox News Business, please click here: http://www.foxbusiness.com/search-results/business/finance/troubled-asset-relief-program.htm   James … Continue reading →

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New Jersey Tax Decision –

Posted on 8. April 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Forbes discusses a major ruling in a New Jersey Tax Court opinion regarding a telecommuter. To read the article, please click here: http://www.forbes.com/2010/03/30/state-corporate-tax-telecommuters-amazon-personal-finance-new-jersey-tax-grab.html Jim Sutliff

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Tax Credit Expiring –

Posted on 31. March 2010 by Jim Sutliff

With fewer than 40 days left before the tax credit expires the real estate industry is in full swing.  Smart Money takes a good look at the tax credit and how it relates to the current economic climate. To read … Continue reading →

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Senate Parliamentarian –

Posted on 28. March 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Despite the importance of the Senate Parliamentarian position it is not widely known by the public.  This important position came into the spotlight due to recent rulings regarding the healthcare bill and reconciliation.  In a recent article, Roll Call covered the … Continue reading →

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CQ Energy & Climate –

Posted on 26. March 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The Congressional Quarterly-Roll Call Group launched the CQ Energy & Climate newsletter.  This service provides coverage of energy and environmental issues facing the government.  Bill tracking is one feature of the service that should prove to be invaluable.  Schedule information … Continue reading →

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Healthcare Bill Back To House –

Posted on 25. March 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The Hill reports that the healthcare bill is headed back to the house.  Senate Parliamentarian Alan Frumin sustained two objections by Republicans early Thursday.  The bill is expected to be passed by the House and the ruling by Frumin did … Continue reading →

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Wall Street Next –

Posted on 25. March 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The Democrats are planning on passing legislation this year to overhaul the financial industry.  One of the main questions regards the amount of debate and the number of changes to the bill. To read an article by The Hill, please click … Continue reading →

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Financial Legislation –

Posted on 23. March 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The financial legislation has moved out of committee with a 13-10 vote.  Changes are expected to be made during discussions over the next couple of months.  Passage of the bill may happen as early as Memorial Day. To read an … Continue reading →

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