This week, we witnessed this spectacular moment in the history of the republic: Having just left a luncheon at the office of Rep. Ron Paul (R-Tex.), we were walking across the Capitol steps to get to Union Station. One of our party mentioned he had never been to the House gallery to view the floor debates. So we decided to drop in as tourists....
In this photo taken July 1, 2010, is the tax-payer provided Chrysler 300 driven by state Senator Sam …
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – California lawmakers enjoy a perk that seems like a luxurious amenity in a state that has been slashing billions of dollars from its budget: taxpayer-provided cars.The state purchases cars for lawmakers to drive around their...
WASHINGTON (AP) - Don't touch my brownies!
A child nutrition bill on its way to President Barack Obama - and championed by the first lady - gives the government power to limit school bake sales and other fundraisers that health advocates say sometimes replace wholesome meals in the lunchroom.
Republicans, notably Sarah Palin, and public school...
A bold plan to slash the U.S. budget deficit fell short Friday of winning support needed from a presidential commission to trigger congressional action, but it was expected to help shape future budget debates.
The plan found more backing than many anticipated, from Democrats and Republicans, and parts of it could be used in President Barack...
BY 2030, climate change will indirectly cause nearly one million deaths a year and inflict $US157 billion ($161.21 billion) in damage in terms of today's economy, according to estimates presented at UN talks.
The biggest misery will be heaped on more than 50 of the world's poorest countries, but the United States will pay the highest economic...
