By Guest Contributor | May 22, 2013 |
As the Senate convenes a hearing today on issues surrounding corporate tax equity, the Institute for Liberty wants to remind lawmakers that their legislative powers do not exist in a vacuum–and that if we want to have a vibrant, thriving, and job-creating economy, we need to be rewarding those who have created, and continue to create jobs. Our convoluted tax code, and our out-of-control regulatory state, both punishes and hobbles those who haven chosen, time and again, to invest in …
By John Walker | May 22, 2013 |
Gang of Eight Prevails In Senate Judiciary Committee
Moments after the Senate Judiciary Committee passed the immigration reform bill by a vote of 13-5, spectators in the packed committee room erupted in shouts of “Yes, we can! Si, se puede!”
It was just like old times, reminiscent of an Obama campaign rally in 2008. Democrats on the committee were gleeful. They basked in the crowd’s adulation, shaking hands and posing for pictures.
The celebration came after five days of deliberation that saw the consideration …
By Bankrupting America | May 21, 2013 |
Spending Daily | May 21, 2013
Praying for Oklahoma
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the families in Oklahoma impacted by yesterday’s devastating tornado, and especially for those who lost loved ones. As first responders and volunteers continue to search for survivors, Bankrupting America will be using our social media outlets to direct people to donate to the Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. In addition, NBC News is informing readers of a number of national and …
By Paul Gosar | May 21, 2013 |
WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Congressman Paul Gosar, D.D.S (AZ-04) introduced the IRS Anti-Abuse Act, H.R 2025. This legislation makes it illegal to discriminate against organizations and individuals based on political affiliation and ideology. Outgoing IRS Commissioner Steven Miller insisted that the unfair targeting of conservative groups was “absolutely not illegal.” This legislation would make that action illegal. The bill also strengthens legal recourse for those wrongfully discriminated against. Arizona Reps. Matt Salmon (AZ-05) and David Schweikert (AZ-06) signed on as original co-sponsors.
By Bankrupting America | May 21, 2013 |
Bankrupting America Launches New Debt Ceiling Resource Center
“Literal Debt Ceiling” Web Series To Highlight Key Issues
Arlington, Va. – Bankrupting America, a project of Public Notice, today launched a Debt Ceiling Resource Center to provide facts and the latest news and developments as Congress debates increasing the nation’s debt ceiling this summer. The resource center will educate Americans about the key drivers of the debt, provide a 10-year projection …
