www.politicususa.com/2014/03/21/women-screwed-republican-greg-abbott-pays-minorities-whites.html
"If the office were run by a Hispanic woman who paid other Hispanic women higher than white men with the same qualifications, Fox News would be running an endless scream fest about how white men are being targeted in Texas. But since it’s just minorities and women, who are supposed to know where they belong, well, this questioning is “irresponsible”."
News And Opinion About The Republican War On Women And Issues Important To Women
Friday, March 21, 2014
Idaho Lawmakers Green-Light Legislation to 'Wipe Out' Wolves | Common Dreams
Idaho Lawmakers Green-Light Legislation to 'Wipe Out' Wolves | Common Dreams
"Legislation "has put a black eye on decades of tireless work to return wolves to the American landscape"."
"Legislation "has put a black eye on decades of tireless work to return wolves to the American landscape"."
Duke Energy Busted After Activists’ Red Flag | Common Dreams
Duke Energy Busted After Activists’ Red Flag | Common Dreams
"Rachel Maddow follows up on a report from earlier in the week about environmental activists who accused a Duke Energy power plant of dumping toxic liquid into public waterway, that has prompted state officials cite Duke Energy for violations."
"Rachel Maddow follows up on a report from earlier in the week about environmental activists who accused a Duke Energy power plant of dumping toxic liquid into public waterway, that has prompted state officials cite Duke Energy for violations."
Corporate Welfare and the Minimum Wage | Common Dreams
Corporate Welfare and the Minimum Wage | Common Dreams
"The majority of Americans including conservatives support an increase yet congress continues to drag its feet on doing right by the people they claim to serve. The conservative “pull-yourself up-by your-bootstraps” mentality has become an acceptable excuse to justify kicking people when they’re down. The greedy and elitist attitudes of CEO’s and bankers have created a culture of entitlement in this country in which stealing from others less powerful is the best way to get to the top regardless of the social cost."
"The majority of Americans including conservatives support an increase yet congress continues to drag its feet on doing right by the people they claim to serve. The conservative “pull-yourself up-by your-bootstraps” mentality has become an acceptable excuse to justify kicking people when they’re down. The greedy and elitist attitudes of CEO’s and bankers have created a culture of entitlement in this country in which stealing from others less powerful is the best way to get to the top regardless of the social cost."
Duke Energy Busted In North Carolina For Pumping Coal-Ash Water Into River
Duke Energy Busted In North Carolina For Pumping Coal-Ash Water Into River
"Duke has 30 days to appeal but are facing fines of nearly $3 million for their latest malfeasance. Governor Pat McCrory, who used to be an executive at Duke, was seeking damage of just $99,000 for their earlier mess."
"Duke has 30 days to appeal but are facing fines of nearly $3 million for their latest malfeasance. Governor Pat McCrory, who used to be an executive at Duke, was seeking damage of just $99,000 for their earlier mess."
The danger in your antibacterial soap
The danger in your antibacterial soap
"In the absence of FDA regulations, it’s up to consumers to watch out for triclosan"
"In the absence of FDA regulations, it’s up to consumers to watch out for triclosan"
Thursday, March 20, 2014
Koch Group Yet Again Fails Fact Check On Obamacare Horror Story
www.talkingpointsmemo.com/dc/koch-obamacare-ad-politifact-false
"Americans For Prosperity is struggling to find a way to attack Obamacare that fits the facts."
"Americans For Prosperity is struggling to find a way to attack Obamacare that fits the facts."
New Report: Fortune 100 Companies Have Received $1.2 Trillion in Corporate Welfare Recently
New Report: Fortune 100 Companies Have Received $1.2 Trillion in Corporate Welfare Recently
"Thanks to Open the Books, the curtain has been lifted and the whole country can now witness the great suckling of corporate America."
"Thanks to Open the Books, the curtain has been lifted and the whole country can now witness the great suckling of corporate America."
The Cancer Stage of Reaganomics
The Cancer Stage of Reaganomics
"And it really hit the full-blown "cancer stage" in the 2000's, thanks to George W. Bush, who put Reaganomics on steroids"
"And it really hit the full-blown "cancer stage" in the 2000's, thanks to George W. Bush, who put Reaganomics on steroids"
Corporate 'Engine of Corruption' Destroying Global 'Public Good', says TED Prize Winner | Common Dreams
Corporate 'Engine of Corruption' Destroying Global 'Public Good', says TED Prize Winner | Common Dreams
"The identity of the owners of anonymous companies who work behind closed doors against the "public good" should no longer be kept private, Charmian Gooch, co-founder of Global Witness, said Tuesday as she received the TED Prize at the TED2014 conference."
"The identity of the owners of anonymous companies who work behind closed doors against the "public good" should no longer be kept private, Charmian Gooch, co-founder of Global Witness, said Tuesday as she received the TED Prize at the TED2014 conference."
Wisconsin Republican ‘Embarrassed’ By Own Party’s Voter Suppression Tactics: ‘There Is No Massive Voter Fraud’
Wisconsin Republican ‘Embarrassed’ By Own Party’s Voter Suppression Tactics: ‘There Is No Massive Voter Fraud’
"We were treated to a rare moment of candor last week when a republican legislator expressed a sense of shame about his party’s blatant voter suppression tactics. Wisconsin state senator Dale Schultz (R) appeared on the radio program The Devil’s Advocate last Wednesday to talk about Republican efforts to limit the hours available for early voting in the state."
"We were treated to a rare moment of candor last week when a republican legislator expressed a sense of shame about his party’s blatant voter suppression tactics. Wisconsin state senator Dale Schultz (R) appeared on the radio program The Devil’s Advocate last Wednesday to talk about Republican efforts to limit the hours available for early voting in the state."
Understanding Paul Ryan's Racism in 3 Easy Steps
www.alternet.org/tea-party-and-right/understanding-paul-ryans-racism-three-easy-steps
"The Southern Strategy has been the cornerstone of Republican politics for at least five decades."
"The Southern Strategy has been the cornerstone of Republican politics for at least five decades."
WOW! Target’s New Anti-Union Propaganda May Be Worse Than Walmart’s (Video)
WOW! Target’s New Anti-Union Propaganda May Be Worse Than Walmart’s (Video)
"Like Walmart, many of Target’s employees are forced to resort to safety nets like SNAP, housing assistance, Medicaid, and EITC. In other words, Target is just another corporate Welfare Queen."
"Like Walmart, many of Target’s employees are forced to resort to safety nets like SNAP, housing assistance, Medicaid, and EITC. In other words, Target is just another corporate Welfare Queen."
Scott Brown Woos GOP Rep Who Calls Obamacare 'A Lifesaver'
Scott Brown Woos GOP Rep Who Calls Obamacare 'A Lifesaver'
"Brown found that out on Saturday, when he stopped by the home of Herb Richardson, a Republican state representative. Sitting in Richardson's home, Brown called Obamacare a "monstrosity" that members of Congress didn't even bother to read before they passed. At that point, according to the Coos County Democrat, Richardson chimed in to explain that the law had been a "financial lifesaver" for him and his wife."
"Brown found that out on Saturday, when he stopped by the home of Herb Richardson, a Republican state representative. Sitting in Richardson's home, Brown called Obamacare a "monstrosity" that members of Congress didn't even bother to read before they passed. At that point, according to the Coos County Democrat, Richardson chimed in to explain that the law had been a "financial lifesaver" for him and his wife."
Misogynist Creep McConnell Says Wives Owe Husbands Sex
Misogynist Creep McConnell Says Wives Owe Husbands Sex
"Dennis Prager, anti-feminist, talk radio host, conservative and co-host of a fundraiser for Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky) decided to unwittingly unleash a slew of dreadful remarks, clearly suggesting that a married woman’s consent means nothing if her husband wants to have sex."
"Dennis Prager, anti-feminist, talk radio host, conservative and co-host of a fundraiser for Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky) decided to unwittingly unleash a slew of dreadful remarks, clearly suggesting that a married woman’s consent means nothing if her husband wants to have sex."
‘Christian’ Militia Leader NOW Networking Militias To Assassinate President Obama (Screenshots)
‘Christian’ Militia Leader NOW Networking Militias To Assassinate President Obama (Screenshots)
"How long are we going to allow this man to “test the water?” He has gone from suggestion, to direct threat, to fundraising to fund an assassin, to now attempting to assemble an army. Something needs to be done."
"How long are we going to allow this man to “test the water?” He has gone from suggestion, to direct threat, to fundraising to fund an assassin, to now attempting to assemble an army. Something needs to be done."
Banks Seek To Sway Critical GAO Report
Banks Seek To Sway Critical GAO Report
"The financial industry spends more on federal lobbying than any other, according to the Center for Responsive Politics, a nonpartisan group that tracks money in politics. Financial firms, including banks, hedge funds, mortgage lenders and insurers, last year spent $87.5 million on lobbying from January to through September, the most recent available records show."
"The financial industry spends more on federal lobbying than any other, according to the Center for Responsive Politics, a nonpartisan group that tracks money in politics. Financial firms, including banks, hedge funds, mortgage lenders and insurers, last year spent $87.5 million on lobbying from January to through September, the most recent available records show."
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Right-Wing Extremists In Montana File For Legislative Races As Democrats
Right-Wing Extremists In Montana File For Legislative Races As Democrats
"Democratic primary voters in some Montana legislative districts will see new and unfamiliar names on the ballot this year. That’s because at least eight Democratic candidates are actually far-right “constitutionalists” and Tea Party activists. One of them is the current Republican vice-chairman for Sanders County."
"Democratic primary voters in some Montana legislative districts will see new and unfamiliar names on the ballot this year. That’s because at least eight Democratic candidates are actually far-right “constitutionalists” and Tea Party activists. One of them is the current Republican vice-chairman for Sanders County."
Scalia Licks His Chops: Upcoming SCOTUS Case May Be Even Worse than Citizens United
www.alternet.org/tea-party-and-right/scalia-licks-his-chops-upcoming-scotus-case-may-be-even-worse-citizens-united
"The case, McCutcheon v. Federal Election Commission, concerns a challenge by the RNC and conservative CEO Shaun McCutcheon to the federal laws restricting how much one person can donate to candidates and party committees each cycle."
"The case, McCutcheon v. Federal Election Commission, concerns a challenge by the RNC and conservative CEO Shaun McCutcheon to the federal laws restricting how much one person can donate to candidates and party committees each cycle."
Georgia Lawmakers Ignore Pleas From ‘Moral Monday’ Protesters And Block Medicaid Expansion
www.thinkprogress.org/health/2014/03/19/3416632/georgia-medicaid-expansion-rejected/
"On Tuesday evening, the Georgia legislature approved two anti-Obamacare measures that will block state residents’ access to insurance."
"On Tuesday evening, the Georgia legislature approved two anti-Obamacare measures that will block state residents’ access to insurance."
The Great American 'Toxic Chemical' Experiment | Common Dreams
The Great American 'Toxic Chemical' Experiment | Common Dreams
"Typically, most of us are exposed to low levels of a wide variety of the chemicals in our lives — from paint, carpet, food, food containers, air, water, and more. If, after 60 years, you get sick, it’s hard to say what caused it."
"Typically, most of us are exposed to low levels of a wide variety of the chemicals in our lives — from paint, carpet, food, food containers, air, water, and more. If, after 60 years, you get sick, it’s hard to say what caused it."
Expand Overtime Pay? GOP Says No
www.inthesetimes.com/article/16446/expand_overtime_pay_gop_says_no
"Unlike the GOP, the vast majority of Americans believe extra effort should be rewarded. They cherish the idea that their country is one where those who work hard can get ahead. In recent years, however, the actual experience of far too many Americans is that doesn’t happen. They work 50, 60, even 70 hours a week and don’t get paid extra for it. These are not high-roller managers or executives or professionals who don’t expect time and a half for overtime. These are hourly wage earners."
"Unlike the GOP, the vast majority of Americans believe extra effort should be rewarded. They cherish the idea that their country is one where those who work hard can get ahead. In recent years, however, the actual experience of far too many Americans is that doesn’t happen. They work 50, 60, even 70 hours a week and don’t get paid extra for it. These are not high-roller managers or executives or professionals who don’t expect time and a half for overtime. These are hourly wage earners."
The Plutocrats Strike Back
The Plutocrats Strike Back
"Populism is popular with voters, but not with big donors. But the problem for the bankers, Langone, Perkins and the rest is that they no longer operate in secret. The special interest claims no longer have legitimacy. Folks don’t buy the trickle down voodoo anymore."
"Populism is popular with voters, but not with big donors. But the problem for the bankers, Langone, Perkins and the rest is that they no longer operate in secret. The special interest claims no longer have legitimacy. Folks don’t buy the trickle down voodoo anymore."
What's It Like To Raise 3 Kids On $9.49 Per Hour? Watch And See
What's It Like To Raise 3 Kids On $9.49 Per Hour? Watch And See
"HBO is streaming The Shriver Report documentary "Paycheck to Paycheck: The Life and Times of Katrina Gilbert" free to all viewers this week. Take the time to watch."
"HBO is streaming The Shriver Report documentary "Paycheck to Paycheck: The Life and Times of Katrina Gilbert" free to all viewers this week. Take the time to watch."
Greg Abbott Falls into Wendy Davis’ Trap, Admits He Would Veto Equal Pay in Texas
www.politicususa.com/2014/03/19/greg-abbott-falls-wendy-davis-trap-admitting-veto-equal-pay-texas.html
"It’s the War of the Roses and Greg Abbott’s new tactic is to stop hiding that his office doesn’t pay women equally. Now he’s just coming out with it — doubling down on misogyny. After Greg Abbott (R-TX) was busted for claiming to support equal pay but paying the women in his office less than men for the same jobs, he finally admitted that he would veto equal pay in Texas."
"It’s the War of the Roses and Greg Abbott’s new tactic is to stop hiding that his office doesn’t pay women equally. Now he’s just coming out with it — doubling down on misogyny. After Greg Abbott (R-TX) was busted for claiming to support equal pay but paying the women in his office less than men for the same jobs, he finally admitted that he would veto equal pay in Texas."
Wisconsin Republican Legislator Tears Into His Own Party For Voter Suppression
www.thinkprogress.org/justice/2014/03/19/3416499/wisconsin-senator-voter-suppression/
"As his own party pushed through the Wisconsin Senate the latest in a series of measures to make it harder to vote in the state, Sen. Dale Schultz (R) blasted the efforts as “trying to suppress the vote” last week.
Schultz, who is not seeking re-election and was the lone Republican to oppose a bill last week to limit the hours of early voting in every jurisdiction in the state, was a guest on The Devil’s Advocates radio program on Madison’s 92.1 FM last Wednesday. Asked why his party pushed the bill, Schultz responded, “I am not willing to defend them anymore. I’m just not and I’m embarrassed by this"."
"As his own party pushed through the Wisconsin Senate the latest in a series of measures to make it harder to vote in the state, Sen. Dale Schultz (R) blasted the efforts as “trying to suppress the vote” last week.
Schultz, who is not seeking re-election and was the lone Republican to oppose a bill last week to limit the hours of early voting in every jurisdiction in the state, was a guest on The Devil’s Advocates radio program on Madison’s 92.1 FM last Wednesday. Asked why his party pushed the bill, Schultz responded, “I am not willing to defend them anymore. I’m just not and I’m embarrassed by this"."
Bombshell: How The Fix Was In On Christie's 'Stronger Than The Storm' Ad
Bombshell: How The Fix Was In On Christie's 'Stronger Than The Storm' Ad
"How Michelle Brown, Christie's reputed gal pal, made sure the most expensive bid got the job"
"How Michelle Brown, Christie's reputed gal pal, made sure the most expensive bid got the job"
New 'Southern Strategy'? Waves of Liberal Protest Ripple Across South | Common Dreams
New 'Southern Strategy'? Waves of Liberal Protest Ripple Across South | Common Dreams
"Waves of liberal protest are rippling across the South as a newly energized base—fueled by the momentum of the Moral Monday protests in North Carolina—are declaring to the largely Republican establishment that they will no longer be ignored."
"Waves of liberal protest are rippling across the South as a newly energized base—fueled by the momentum of the Moral Monday protests in North Carolina—are declaring to the largely Republican establishment that they will no longer be ignored."
GOP Lawmaker: Equal Pay And Minimum Wage Bills Make Women Look Like Whiners
GOP Lawmaker: Equal Pay And Minimum Wage Bills Make Women Look Like Whiners
"By the way, Republicans...How's that rebranding effort going?"
"By the way, Republicans...How's that rebranding effort going?"
Chris Christie update: Guv has a terrible Tuesday
Chris Christie update: Guv has a terrible Tuesday
"He gets heckled at a town hall while a new report links him to Superstorm Sandy recovery corruption"
"He gets heckled at a town hall while a new report links him to Superstorm Sandy recovery corruption"
Wisconsin GOP Introduces Bill To Thwart Dark Money Investigation
Wisconsin GOP Introduces Bill To Thwart Dark Money Investigation
"If enacted, the legislation would not necessarily stop the John Doe probe. It would, however, legalize the conduct under investigation in the John Doe for state elections later this year -- including Scott Walker's hotly-contested reelection campaign."
"If enacted, the legislation would not necessarily stop the John Doe probe. It would, however, legalize the conduct under investigation in the John Doe for state elections later this year -- including Scott Walker's hotly-contested reelection campaign."
Kochtopus Tentacles Hide In Alphabet Soup
Kochtopus Tentacles Hide In Alphabet Soup
"Documents released in recent months show the Kochs have added wrinkles to their network that even experts well versed in tax law and campaign finance say they’ve never seen before — wrinkles that could make it harder to discern who controls each nonprofit in the web and how it disperses its money."
"Documents released in recent months show the Kochs have added wrinkles to their network that even experts well versed in tax law and campaign finance say they’ve never seen before — wrinkles that could make it harder to discern who controls each nonprofit in the web and how it disperses its money."
Fox's Bret Baier Lies About Medicaid Gap
Fox's Bret Baier Lies About Medicaid Gap
"Fox's misinformation campaign on the Affordable Care Act continues: Fox Lies About Medicaid Gap It Encouraged"
"Fox's misinformation campaign on the Affordable Care Act continues: Fox Lies About Medicaid Gap It Encouraged"
Monday, March 17, 2014
Wisconsin GOP Heads Off Criminal Probe Into Corporate Election Spending By Trying To Make It Legal
www.thinkprogress.org/justice/2014/03/17/3414121/wisconsin-coordination-probe/
"Wisconsin’s State Senate Majority Leader, who is reportedly under investigation for his role in a possibly illegal campaign finance scheme, has come up with a novel way to shut down the criminal probe: changing the state law to legalize the activity in question."
"Wisconsin’s State Senate Majority Leader, who is reportedly under investigation for his role in a possibly illegal campaign finance scheme, has come up with a novel way to shut down the criminal probe: changing the state law to legalize the activity in question."
Wisc. lawmaker blocks cancer treatment bill after insurance lobbyist brother opposes it
www.rawstory.com/rs/2014/03/17/wisc-lawmaker-blocks-cancer-treatment-bill-after-insurance-lobbyist-brother-opposes-it/
"On Wednesday, the Majority Leader called a phantom committee meeting to prevent votes from being taken on the bill, but he insisted that his lobbyist brother, who opposes the measure on behalf of insurance companies, had nothing to do with the move. If the legislation is not brought up for a vote by Tuesday, it will most likely be considered dead for this session."
"On Wednesday, the Majority Leader called a phantom committee meeting to prevent votes from being taken on the bill, but he insisted that his lobbyist brother, who opposes the measure on behalf of insurance companies, had nothing to do with the move. If the legislation is not brought up for a vote by Tuesday, it will most likely be considered dead for this session."
Koch Brothers Group Abandons Anti-Obamacare Ads After Fact-Checkers Prove Them False
www.alternet.org/news-amp-politics/koch-brothers-anti-obamacare-ads-backfire
"The commercials by Americans For Prosperity backfire after being overwhelming panned for falsehoods."
"The commercials by Americans For Prosperity backfire after being overwhelming panned for falsehoods."
Fox News Analyst Pathetically Attacks Obama for Being a Good Father
www.forwardprogressives.com/fox-news-analyst-attacks-obama-good-father/
"you have to be a true bottom-feeder to even think about bashing the president for being a good father and buying his daughters something nice. The people on Fox News will really try to attack President Obama for anything. Even if it’s something as stupid as being photographed holding up pink sweaters that he was contemplating buying for his daughters."
"you have to be a true bottom-feeder to even think about bashing the president for being a good father and buying his daughters something nice. The people on Fox News will really try to attack President Obama for anything. Even if it’s something as stupid as being photographed holding up pink sweaters that he was contemplating buying for his daughters."
Head of GOP PAC targeting women: GOP doesn’t support equal pay laws because “women are busy”
Head of GOP PAC targeting women: GOP doesn’t support equal pay laws because “women are busy”
"When asked to name the GOP's "real-world solutions" to the gender pay problem, the head of the PAC was speechless"
"When asked to name the GOP's "real-world solutions" to the gender pay problem, the head of the PAC was speechless"
Three Dems Ask To Meet With Holder To Discuss Prosecuting Mortgage Fraud
Three Dems Ask To Meet With Holder To Discuss Prosecuting Mortgage Fraud
"Three Democratic lawmakers asked to discuss with U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder the Department of Justice's allegedly uneven efforts to prosecute mortgage fraud, according to a letter dated Monday."
"Three Democratic lawmakers asked to discuss with U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder the Department of Justice's allegedly uneven efforts to prosecute mortgage fraud, according to a letter dated Monday."
Pensiongate? Christie Campaign Donors Won Huge Contracts | The Nation
Pensiongate? Christie Campaign Donors Won Huge Contracts | The Nation
"While trumpeting “pension reform,” the New Jersey governor placed retiree assets in the hands of hedge fund managers bankrolling his political career."
"While trumpeting “pension reform,” the New Jersey governor placed retiree assets in the hands of hedge fund managers bankrolling his political career."
Christie's Wall St. Donors Won Huge Contracts, Sucked Out Fat Pension Fees
Christie's Wall St. Donors Won Huge Contracts, Sucked Out Fat Pension Fees
"Christie bragged about pension "reform," but outsourced the assets to his Wall St. buddies so they could siphon off large fees."
"Christie bragged about pension "reform," but outsourced the assets to his Wall St. buddies so they could siphon off large fees."
GOP Bill Designed to Disrupt John Doe Dark Money Probe, Court Filings Confirm
GOP Bill Designed to Disrupt John Doe Dark Money Probe, Court Filings Confirm
"New court filings confirm that Wisconsin's John Doe campaign finance investigation hinges on how state election law treats "issue ad" groups coordinating with political campaigns, shedding new light on a Republican effort to quietly change the law in advance of Governor Scott Walker's reelection campaign."
"New court filings confirm that Wisconsin's John Doe campaign finance investigation hinges on how state election law treats "issue ad" groups coordinating with political campaigns, shedding new light on a Republican effort to quietly change the law in advance of Governor Scott Walker's reelection campaign."
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