Pittsburgh, PA–(ENEWSPF)–December 16, 2009. USW International President Leo W. Gerard appeared on MSNBC’s Ed Schultz Show last night to discuss health insurance reform. Gerard expressed the frustration he and many working families are feeling about the direction of the debate, particularly in the Senate, where a handful of lawmakers are[Read More…]
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Dr. No: Joe Lieberman Loves Campaign Cash More Than His Constituents (AUDIO)
From the Ron Reagan show on Air America Radio: Connecticut Senator Joe Lieberman has finally realized his life’s goal of becoming America’s foremost exemplar of hypocrisy and moral cowardice… and did I forget to mention dishonesty and small-minded spite? Let’s throw those in the mix as well. A quick review:[Read More…]
Senator Roland Burris: Health Bill Has Not Yet Won My Vote
WASHINGTON, DC–(ENEWSPF)–December 15, 2009. After weeks of compromise on the Senate healthcare legislation, Senator Roland W. Burris took to the Senate floor last evening following a closed door Democratic caucus meeting to announce the compromise bill, which needs all 58 Democratic votes and two Independent votes to advance, did not[Read More…]
AARP Disappointed By Senate Vote Against Lower Prescription Drug Prices
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–December 15, 2009. AARP Executive Vice President Nancy LeaMond released this statement following the Senate’s vote against a bipartisan amendment to allow for the safe and legal importation of lower-cost prescription drugs. The amendment, sponsored by Sens. Dorgan, Snowe, McCain, Grassley and Stabenow, was an AARP-designated “Key Vote.” “AARP is[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama After Meeting with Senate Democrats Re: Health Care Reform
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 15, 2009. THE PRESIDENT: Hello, everybody. We just had a very productive session about the final stages of health care reform in the Senate. And from the discussions we had it’s clear that we are on the precipice of an achievement that’s eluded Congresses and Presidents for generations[Read More…]
Questions to Ask Before Donating to a Charity
Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Most charities rely heavily on the goodwill of individual donors during the holiday season to fund their activities throughout the coming year. Last year, charity contributions totaled $307.65 billion: 75 percent of this total came from individuals, according to the Giving USA Foundation. The Better Business Bureau advises[Read More…]
PSC Offers Info Session for Prospective Adult Students
Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Prairie State College (PSC) will host a free info session for adults to answer questions and help ease the transition to college life. The event, New Directions, will be held on Monday, January 11, at 6 p.m., in the Business and Community Education Center, located on the[Read More…]
Prairie State College Offers Non-Credit Courses
Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Prairie State College (PSC) offers hundreds of non-credit classes for a variety of interests and learning needs. Students have the opportunity to update their job skills, discover new passions, or train for a new career. Classes are conveniently held at PSC’s Matteson Area Center, 4821 Southwick Dr.,[Read More…]
Marian Forensics Prevails Again at Sandburg
Members of the Marian Catholic High School Forensics Team proudly display their medals, with Sr. Marion Sitkiewicz (center) holding the “Santaburg Oaklaus” trophy. Forensic Team Coaches are Mark Donaway, Matt Bohnenkamp, Maureen Kelly, Meghan Hoyt, Steve Guillermo, Shelly Fields, and Tom Dzurison. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Three individual wins key team title[Read More…]
AARP Applauds Senators’ Promise to Close Medicare Doughnut Hole
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–December 15, 2009. Last night, AARP CEO A. Barry Rand sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid to thank him for publicly committing to close the Medicare prescription drug doughnut hole in a final health care reform bill. Closing this dangerous gap in coverage has been a top[Read More…]
