Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 8, 2009. Congressman Jesse L. Jackson, Jr. voted today in strong support of legislation to overhaul the nation’s health care system — the Affordable Health Care for America Act. He called passage of the bill “a monumental, historic step forward.” “For nearly 100 years, politicians of all[Read More…]
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Statement of President Barack Obama on House Passage of the Affordable Health Care for America Act
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– President Obama issued the following statement on passage of the Affordable Health Care for America Act: Tonight, in an historic vote, the House of Representatives passed a bill that would finally make real the promise of quality, affordable health care for the American people. The Affordable Health Care[Read More…]
Sweeping Health Care Plan Passes House
From the Chicago Tribune: In a victory for President Barack Obama, the Democratic-controlled House narrowly passed landmark health care legislation Saturday night to expand coverage to tens of millions who lack it and place tough new restrictions on the insurance industry. Republican opposition was nearly unanimous. The 220-215 vote cleared[Read More…]
Rep. Weiner Withdraws Single Payer Amendment from Current Health Care Debate
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 6, 2009. Today, Representative Anthony Weiner (D – Brooklyn and Queens), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee, released the following statement on his decision to withdraw his single payer amendment to H.R. 3962, the House health care reform bill: “I have decided not to[Read More…]
PSC Piloting New Math Study Program
Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Most community colleges are faced with a growing numbers of students that are not ready for college-level math. Many of these students possess poor study habits and give up too easily when learning. At Prairie State College (PSC), professors are committed to student learning and success. This[Read More…]
Schaffer Appointed Director of Physical Education and Athletics at PSC
Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Ed Schaffer was recently hired as the director of physical education and athletics at Prairie State College (PSC). In his new position Schaffer will provide leadership in planning, administering, and directing the College’s physical education, intramural, recreation, and intercollegiate athletics programs. He will also take part in[Read More…]
Marian Catholic Speech Team Third at H-F Tournament
The Marian Speech team captured third place at the Homewood-Flossmoor Tournament last weekend. Some members include: Katie Reichart (Lansing), Jonathan Williamsen (Steger), Sean O Sullivan (Munster), Brittany Spanos (Sauk Village), Ashley Smith (Olympia Fields) and Colleen Daw (Homewood). (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Four individual champions highlight season opener Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Sparked[Read More…]
Fighting for HOPE: Be A Match for Kelsey and Karly Koch
Kelsey 21 (right) and Karly 15 have a rare genetic immunodeficiency disorder that can be treated or cured through a blood stem cell donation. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) By Jeremy Hayes, D.C. On any given day, we are surrounded by viruses, bacteria, and a host of toxins that are not good for[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama on the Announcements by AARP and AMA
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 5, 2009 – 1:20 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Hey! Hello, everybody. Please sit down. Good afternoon, everybody. I wanted to come down and just talk a little bit about health care before Robert gives his regular briefing. I am extraordinarily pleased and grateful to learn that the AARP[Read More…]
AMA Supports House Bills to Make Health Reform a Reality
HOUSTON–(ENEWSPF)–November 5, 2009. The American Medical Association (AMA) today announced support for concurrent passage of H.R. 3962 and H.R. 3961, U.S. House of Representatives health system reform bills. “The time to make health system reform a reality is now,” said J. James Rohack, AMA president. “These two bills were introduced[Read More…]
