Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 27, 2015. This statement summarizes CBO’s new baseline budget projections and economic forecast, which cover the period from 2015 to 2025. Those estimates were released in the report titled The Budget and Economic Outlook: 2015 to 2025. The federal budget deficit, which has fallen sharply during the past[Read More…]
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Sen. Rand Paul Leads Bipartisan Introduction of Legislation in Both Houses of Congress to Crack Down on Civil Asset Forfeiture Program Launched at Height of Drug War
FAIR Act Would Eliminate Department of Justice Program that Enables State and Local Police to Keep Proceeds of Property Seized from Citizens; Momentum Builds in Congress for Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform Days after Attorney General Holder Issues Policy Limiting Police Participation in Controversial Department of Justice Program Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—January 27,[Read More…]
Residents Rally on Wednesday, Jan. 28 to Save Reclaimed ‘Community House’ from Citibank
CHICAGO, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 27, 2015. Community members will rally Wednesday to demand that Citibank meet with a Rogers Park family seeking to buy the foreclosed home they live in. On January 28 at 11:30 a.m., members of neighborhood and housing-rights organizations will hold a press conference in front of the bank[Read More…]
Celebrate Your Valentine’s Weekend in Italy Yet Close to Home
University Park, IL—(ENEWSPF)–January 27, 2015 – An Italian piazza. A blossoming romance. A six-time Tony-Award-winning musical masterpiece. What more could you ask for in a Valentine’s weekend experience? Add wine and dessert and an up close and personal view of the actors from your seat on the stage, and you[Read More…]
Most Problem Drinkers Are Not Alcoholics. What Does This Mean for Treatment?
A few weeks ago, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released the results of a survey about the extent to which problems with alcohol equate to substance use disorders (the “official” term now given to diagnosable problems with drinking) or “alcoholism.” In this Pro Talk piece I will[Read More…]
Senator Wyden Statement on Senate Republican Leaders Cutting off Keystone Debate
Washington, D.C. –-(ENEWSPF)–January 26, 2015. U.S. Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., issued the following statement today after Senate Republican leaders cut off debate on the Keystone XL bill, without allowing votes or debate on dozens of amendments. Wyden is a strong opponent of the Keystone XL pipeline and has voted against[Read More…]
Oregon Receives Nearly $27 Million to Put Roofs Over Oregonians’ Heads
Senators Wyden and Merkley laud program that promotes community efforts designed to end homelessness Washington, DC –-(ENEWSPF)–January 26, 2015. Oregon Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley today praised the announcement of federal funding for more than 130 programs across the state that seek to house people who are experiencing homelessness.[Read More…]
Senator Durbin Honors ‘Mr. Cub’ Ernie Banks On The Senate Floor
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) hosted a reception for Chicago Cubs Legend Ernie Banks, who was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom today for his efforts on and off the field. The Medal of Freedom is the highest award given to civilians in the United States. WASHINGTON, DC –(ENEWSPF)—January 26,[Read More…]
Guard Soldiers, Airmen Respond to Northeast Storm
LATHAM, N.Y.—(ENEWSPF)–January 26, 2015 – By Eric Durr, New York National Guard As blizzard warnings were being issued for the Northeast this morning, the New York National Guard put 260 soldiers and airmen on duty to assist in New York’s response to the storm. Army and Air National Guard units[Read More…]
Attorney General Holder Announces Charges Against Russian Spy Ring in New York City
Spy Ring Attempted to Collect Economic Intelligence and Recruit New York City Residents as Intelligence Sources; Evgeny Buryakov, aka “Zhenya,” Worked Under “Non-Official Cover” as a Bank Employee in Manhattan Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—January 26, 2015. Attorney General Eric Holder, Assistant Attorney General for National Security John P. Carlin, U.S. Attorney Preet[Read More…]
