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Politics

Millionaire Tax –

Posted on 26. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The millionaire tax is a hot button tax issue in  several states.  The results from an increased tax rate for high earners are questioned by many analysts.  Supporters of the millionaire tax argue that it increases revenue and effects a very small percentage … Continue reading →

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Bachmann Presidential Run –

Posted on 24. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

CNN and Roll Call are reporting that Michele Bachmann is set to form a Presidential exploratory committee.  The committee could be formed as early as June and would allow Bachmann to participate in early debates.  Bachmann is a favorite of the Tea … Continue reading →

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Gulf Oil Drilling Permits –

Posted on 22. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Regulation and Enforcement, is expected to issue more oil and gas deep water drilling permits in the Gulf of Mexico.  The drilling permits may be issued within the next week.  In addition, some offshore leases … Continue reading →

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Tax Rate Cut –

Posted on 18. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The House Ways and Means Committee on tax writing will propose tax rate cuts for individuals and corporations.  The highest tax rate proposed will fall from 35% to 25%.  There are no specific details regarding a timeline or which offsetting tax breaks would … Continue reading →

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The Drudge Report –

Posted on 16. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The Drudge Report is a premier site that provides coverage of business, politics, and world events.  The Drudge Report has valuable links to sites and articles in an easy to read format.  To visit The Drudge Report, please click here: http://www.drudgereport.com/ James Sutliff

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Dean Heller Seeks Nevada Senate Seat –

Posted on 15. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Dean Heller has stated that he will seek the Nevada Senate seat held by Senator Ensign.  Last week, Senator Ensign announced that he would retire and not run for re-election.  The Ensign departure could trigger a crowded Republican field but Heller is expected to … Continue reading →

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Short Term Funding Bill –

Posted on 11. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Another short term funding bill is being considered by Congress to prevent a government shutdown.  The measure is expected to provide three weeks of funding past the current March 18th deadline.  It is also expected to cut $6 billion of spending over … Continue reading →

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Wisconsin Bill Advances –

Posted on 10. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The  Wisconsin Assembly passed the bill removing collective bargaining rights from state workers.  The bill was moved forward without Senate Democrats who had left the state.  There are expected to be several recall elections for Republican and Democratic Senate seats.  Wisconsin only … Continue reading →

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Rothenberg Elite Eight –

Posted on 9. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The 2012 Senate races are likely to shift majority control to the Republicans.  Democrats are facing an uphill battle in competitive states and a growing number of retirements.  A recent Roll Call article by Stuart Rothenberg discusses the dynamics behind eight competitive … Continue reading →

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Democrat Akaka Will Not Run –

Posted on 3. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Democratic Senator Daniel Akaka has joined a growing list of Democrats that will not run for re-election in 2012.  The decision not to run makes the Senate seat for Hawaii a competitive race.  Republicans are likely to run former Governor Linda Lingle for the … Continue reading →

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Senate Stop-Gap Bill –

Posted on 2. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The Senate passed a stop-gap bill that provides 2 more weeks of funding.  The measure passed the Senate by a vote of 91-9.  The bill prevents a government shutdown of some services starting on March 5th.  Spending cuts of $4billion  came from funds for … Continue reading →

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Government Waste –

Posted on 1. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a 345 page report on government programs that duplicated efforts.  Republicans and Democrats embraced the report as a guide to cut government spending.  Republican Senator Tom Coburn requested the report and estimated savings that could exceed … Continue reading →

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Rahm Emanuel Wins Chicago Mayoral Race –

Posted on 22. February 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Rahm Emanuel won the Chicago Mayoral race with over 50% of the vote.  There will not be a run-off election because Emanuel carried more than 50% of the vote.  The race began last fall after Mayor Richard Daley announced that … Continue reading →

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House Votes To Cut Spending –

Posted on 21. February 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The House of Representatives voted 235-189 to cut spending by $61 billion dollars.  The vote was along party lines with most Republicans voting for the bill which had deeper spending cuts than originally proposed.  Democrats are expected to make significant changes to the bill … Continue reading →

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Senator Bingaman To Retire –

Posted on 19. February 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Senator Bingaman of New Mexico became the fourth Democrat to announce retirement plans for 2012.  The democrat served five terms and was expected to face a strong Republican challenge in the next election.  The New Mexico Senate seat is considered … Continue reading →

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