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I’m still trying to understand Giffords health care stance
August 12, 2009
by David SafierI keep trying to figure out where Giffords stands on health care, but I keep coming away with the feeling she doesn't want me, or anyone else, to know. My latest search for clarification is the interview Giffords gave to Stephanie Innes at the Star. Here's the Q&A on the public option. What
Epic Fail Part Three: The Accidental Governor and the GOP Insane Clown Posse Cannot Pass a Budget
August 12, 2009
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: The Accidental Governor and the GOP insane clown posse leadership may have one final shot today at passing a budget. The Senate convenes at 10:00 a.m. and the House convenes at 1:00 p.m. But no capitol observer believes that they are any closer to passing a budget today than they were yesterday
Dems call for investigation into tax credits, STOs
August 12, 2009
by David SafierThings keep moving forward in the story of tuition tax credits paying for children from well-to-do families to go to private schools and STO directors using the nonprofits as their personal ATMs. According to a Dem legislative press release, House Democrats are requesting an investigation into the state’s Private School Tuition Tax Credits
Your bank account is safe: debunking the latest wingnut lie
August 11, 2009
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Zachary Roth at talkingpointsmemo.com debunks the latest wingnut lie about health care reform Your Bank Account Is Safe: Running Down The Latest Winger Health-Care Lie: Another day, another metastasizing lie about health-care reform that needs debunking. * * * The hot new conservative health-care lie is that the bill will give the
Sen. Johnny Isakson (R-GA): the “death panel” talk is “nuts”
August 11, 2009
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: I received a request from a reader about the bill that Sen. Johnny Isakson (R-GA) sponsored to allow Medicare reimbursements to doctors for end of life consultation. It turns out he originally sponsored this bill when he was a member of the House, and it was not controversial. Think Progress » Sen.
Arizona’s twin embarrassments make “Psycho Talk”
August 11, 2009
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Ed Schultz dedicated this "Psycho Talk" segment to Sen. John McCain on Monday. "John McCain flat out lied on this bill." Arizonans know McCain is a liar, Ed. Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy In an earlier "Psycho Talk" segment, Ed exposed Senator Obstruction, Jon Kyl,
Arizona Daily Star: Legislators beholden to Norquist pledge don’t deserve their jobs
August 11, 2009
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: I have previously written here about the Grover Norquist "no tax" pledge that "[Lawmakers] have violated their oath of office by pledging their undying allegiance and loyalty to a corrupt K Street lobbyist, which for them takes precedence over their oath of office, and any accountability to the constituents who elected them.
Special Session Update: Do or Die Time? Or We’ll Just Change The Law And Do Whatever The Hell We Want
August 11, 2009
Posted by AzBlueMeanie: The Senate Appropriations Committee passed the "Sham-Wow!" budget deal on a 6-3 vote Monday, setting up a crucial vote on Tuesday. The Arizona Guardian headline today says "Do or die time for Senate budget today and its not looking good" (subscription required). "The Senate's chances for smooth passage of a budget including
