Posted on May 17, 2008 by Steve Farrell
House bill H.R.220, short-titled the “Identity Theft Prevention Act of 2007,” was introduced on January 4, 2007 by (2008 presidential candidate) Rep. Ron Paul (R-TX). See: [cosponsors], [bill text], [CRS summary]. The bill purportedly would:
reduce identity theft by prohibiting the use of a Social Security number for any purpose other than for specified Social [...]
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Posted on May 15, 2008 by Steve Farrell
American Conservative Union
In 2002, when Congress passed the last farm bill, wheat was at $2.84 a bushel. The price of wheat has risen 256% since then to $10.10. What is Congress’ response in the Farm Bill of 2008? Increase subsidies for wheat! Other commodities like rice, corn, and soybeans that have seen similar price increases [...]
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Posted on May 13, 2008 by Steve Farrell
The House passed two bills attempting to rehabilitate the housing and mortgage market this week. There doesn’t seem to be any shortage of criticism and blame for the bad decisions, and rightly so. Lenders and banks do share much of the blame for the overheated market. Lending standards were relaxed, or even [...]
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Posted on May 12, 2008 by Steve Farrell
Eagle Forum
Collegians Summit 2008: Are You Ready to Change the World?
* Having troubles with liberals on your campus?
* Interested in a fun-filled two days of political speakers and exciting outings in DC?
* Want to meet like-minded conservative student leaders from across the US?
* Could you use training to improve your public speaking skills?
* Want [...]
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Posted on May 6, 2008 by Steve Farrell
Let your U.S. senator know you oppose ENDA
American Family Association
The Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA) has passed the U.S. House and Senator Edward Kennedy is now leading the push for a vote in the U.S. Senate. ENDA is aimed at providing heightened protections for a particular sexual behavior - homosexuality. It would grant special consideration on [...]
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