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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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Planned Parenthood Donations Fall Dramatically

Jan 5, 2012JerryAbortionAbortion, File Cabinet, Planned Parenthood

Planned Parenthood sees a 28% decline in private donations. Read more about it by clicking here.

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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