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Gun Control Post-Tucson: Extended Clips
The tragic shootings in Tucson ended only after the assailant, Jared Loughner, paused his gunfire to reload. It was at that moment that people in the area managed to disarm him. He had fired over 30 shots in about 15 … Continue reading
Starving the Beast: Cut, Cap and Balance
The debt limit is a largely symbolic check on excessive borrowing which in the past has been frequently raised with little to no controversy. Such periodic increases are necessary to keep the government running and paying its bills, regardless of … Continue reading
The Push to Privatize Social Security
This week, we take a look at a proposal to end Social Security “as we know it.” H.R. 2109, the Savings Account for Every American Act of 2011 would establish a path for individuals to opt out of Social Security … Continue reading
Oil Drilling in Alaska – S02E14
This week, we look at H.R. 2021, a proposal that would streamline the permitting process for offshore oil drilling in Alaska. This legislation, part of the American Energy Initiative championed by House Republicans, is just one of many pending proposals … Continue reading
Sponsor Special: Rep. John Garamendi
This week, we take advantage of the House’s absence by releasing an interview with Congressman John Garamendi (D-CA10) in lieu of a new summary. Rep. Garamendi is the sponsor of H.R. 613, the Airports, Highways, High-Speed Rail, Trains, and Transit: Make it … Continue reading
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Right to Rent – S02E13
Click here to receive Main Street Insider emails, including weekly delivery of new episodes of 90 Second Summaries. This week, we look at an interesting proposal to help victims of the foreclosure crisis. H.R. 1548, the Right to Rent Act … Continue reading
Make it in America Act – S02E12
Click here to receive Main Street Insider emails, including weekly delivery of new episodes of 90 Second Summaries. With Republicans in the House failing to produce any jobs bills, Democrats in the minority have decided to propose their own initiatives. … Continue reading
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90 Seconds for the People’s Budget – S02E11
Click here to receive Main Street Insider emails, including weekly delivery of new episodes of 90 Second Summaries. Congress returns to Washington, DC this week, and with it returns the debate over the FY2012 budget. Frustrated with the focus on … Continue reading
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S02E10: Stopping CFPB
Much of the authority of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is scheduled to go into effect in July, which means that between now and then, attempts by House Republicans to limit that authority are going to intensify. This week’s … Continue reading
