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This is a topic politicians from both parties usually don't like to talk about, and that's why we're talking about it. We wanted to find out how "work time" as a public servant is balanced out with "campaign time," so you, the taxpayer, don't get shortchanged.
The Republican newcomers stunned Washington back in 2010 when they seized the House majority with bold promises to cut taxes and spending and to roll back what many viewed as Barack Obama's presidential overreach. Eight years later, the House Tea Party Caucus is long gone.
U.S. Rep. Austin Scott and U.S. Rep. Lois Frankel have introduced the "Consumer Protection and Fuel Transparency Act of 2018" in the U.S. House . The American Motorcyclist Association supports this bill.
Sacred Aging Series @ The J! An in-depth series that explores "Sacred Aging," and our individual purpose in the modern world. Tucson Hebrew Academy is enrolling for the 2018-19 school year! You're invited to engage with our teachers, get a feel for our warm and supportive learning environments, and see THA in action with a tour of the building.
A two year budget agreement announced Wednesday by Congressional leaders was met with scorn from many more conservative Republicans on Capitol Hill, as the combination of big increases in military and domestic spending left some GOP lawmakers frustrated over a lack of budget discipline, while outside groups quickly predicted the plan could swiftly bring back $1 trillion yearly deficits. "It's almost a quarter trillion dollar increase in spending," said Rep. Jim Jordan , who told reporters it reminded him of the Obama Stimulus law.
During the address, he touted eight years of accomplishments, including putting more money toward education and rural schools. He also touched on the workforce, low unemployment and a budget surplus.
Mariah Phillips, a Rutherford County Schools teacher and an MTSU alumna, announced her 2018 congressional run, which will challenge Congressman Scott DesJarlais, who currently serves as a representative for Tennessee's fourth congressional district. Phillips earned her master's degree from David Lipscomb University after earning her bachelor's degree from MTSU.
Across these United States, Americans young and old are confronting their representative Republican lawmakers face to face at town hall meetings , and opening up a powerful can of civic engagement whoop-ass. It's so beautiful.