George Voinovich

Romney: Democrats Are More Patriotic Than Republicans

Mitt Romney seems to have an extraordinarily high opinion of congressional Democrats. In his much-anticipated appearance on "Meet the Press" yesterday, Romney made news by saying he supports retaining parts of Obamacare, especially a ban on pre-existing conditions. His campaign subsequently made clear that his position hadn't changed from the primary: If you lose your insurance at any time for any reason, and you have an expensive pre-existing condition, you're basically out of luck when you seek new coverage.

Tea Party Momentum Steams Ahead With Texas Senate Upset

The Tea Party has no leader, no hierarchy and no national fundraising network, yet the insurgent political movement born of frustration at government spending has bolstered its clout -- and its potential for aggravation -- in the Republican Party with the nomination of U.S. Senate candidate and political newcomer Ted Cruz in Texas.

Carbon Emissions Cap-And-Trade Law Can't Pass, Senator Rockefeller Says

Legislation that cuts carbon dioxide from power plants with a cap-and-trade program can’t pass the U.S. Senate this year, Senator Jay Rockefeller said today.

Senate Democrats Push $1.2 Trillion `Omnibus' Bill Opposed by Republicans

A 1,924- page “omnibus” bill to fund the government is headed for a Senate vote that will put lawmakers from both parties on the spot over the practice of earmarking money for projects.

Kucinich’s ‘Nine Lives’ Political Career Defined by Setbacks

U.S. Representative Dennis Kucinich’s exit from Congress is among many setbacks defining his 42-year political career, dating to a 1978 attempt to recall him as the “boy mayor” of Cleveland.

Tax Cuts for Wealthy May Get Reprieve if Democrats Blink

Wealthier Americans stand to gain from an election-year fight over extending trillions of dollars in tax cuts enacted under former President George W. Bush .

Trillion-Dollar Bill Packed With `Earmark' Spending Offered in U.S. Senate

A 1,924-page “omnibus” bill to fund the government is headed for a U.S. Senate vote that will put lawmakers from both parties on the spot over the practice of earmarking money for their pet projects.

Reid’s Push on Immigration Bill Lures Few Republicans

A drive by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid to retool U.S. immigration policy this year is running into resistance from Republicans essential for passage.

Paul, Portman, Rubio Lead Fresh Lineup in Congress After Republican Gains

Voter frustration over the economy and dissatisfaction with Washington returned control of the U.S. House of Representatives to Republicans and strengthened the party’s hold on the Senate.

Bernanke Says Extending Tax Cuts Maintains Stimulus

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben S. Bernanke said extending the tax cuts passed during former President George W. Bush ’s administration would help strengthen a U.S. economy still in need of stimulus.

"Instead of doing what was right, partisan politics always came first."

- George Voinovich on Sep 10, 2012

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North Korea Test Fires Four Missiles Off Coast Over Weekend

King Says U.K. Fiscal Policy Debate Has Become ‘Overblown’

White House Warns Against IRS ‘Fishing Expedition’

Powerball Ticket Winning Record $590.5 Million Sold in Florida

N. Korea Test-Fires 3 Missiles as U.S. Sees More Isolation