Current Events – Page 94

What Is a Pro Forma Session and a Recess Appointment?

Jan 5, 2012JerryCurrent EventsPro Forma Session, Recess Appointment

President Obama has taken some flack this week for making recess appointments while the U.S. Senate was not technically in recess. The Senate has been holding what are known as “pro forma” sessions on Capitol Hill. But a lot of folks don’t know what a pro forma session is or why the President’s decision is controversial, so let’s break it down.

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In Defense of Lowe’s

Jan 5, 2012Jerry1 CommentCurrent EventsLowe's

A prominent American company makes a decision to pull its advertising from TLC’s “All-American Muslim” TV program, and liberal organizations, such as MoveOn.org, have a fit. They’ve accused Lowe’s of “bigotry”. But might there be another reason for Lowe’s decision?

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$575 Million Bond Plan to Finance Highway Repairs Passed by Voters

Nov 9, 2011JerryCurrent EventsArkansas, File Cabinet

News of the passing of the highway bond messure by Arkansas voters yesterday was picked up by Bloomberg, a national news organization. Check out their report here.