Amendment Proposed For Economic Recovery and Revitalization Act
An amendment to the bill to increase the transit funding allocation is being introduced by U.S. Representatives Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), Peter DeFazio (D-OR), Dan Lipinski (D-IL), Steve Ellison (D-MN) and Michael McMahon (D-NY) to increase transit capital funding.
Specifically the amendment would provide $1.5 billion in funding for transit capital improvement program and $1.5 billion for the New Starts Program, raising the total funding level for transit and rail in the recovery bill to $12 billion.
The $3 billion dollars in this amendment would restore the transit portion of the recovery bill to level proposed by Transportation and Infrastructure Chairman James Oberstar (D-MN). The USDOT reports that $12 billion is needed annually to maintain and improve our transit systems. FTA reports that $4 billion in existing New Start funding agreements are outstanding.
Our nation's transit and intercity rail systems are struggling to meet maintenance, repair and capital needs. In a national poll released earlier this month by Transportation for America and the National Association of Realtors, fully 80% of respondents said stimulus funds should not only create jobs, but also help the goals of reducing oil dependency, improving the environment, and increasing transportation options. Now is the time to increase much needed funding for public transportation.
Transportation For America has identified more than $5 billion in new transit extension and rail projects that could be ready to go in 120 days, generating over 178,000 new jobs. These investments could put people to work in the manufacturing sector building new rail cars and bus vehicles, in the steel and concrete industries, in design and planning professions, and in their construction and operation. New transit lines have also been demonstrated to generate substantial economic development, which yield economic benefits far beyond the life of the recovery bill.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Yes, Virginia -- There is a Feminist in Sarah Palin!
This past Tuesday, Sarah Palin made the most explicitly feminist political speech by ANYONE running for national office in the last 20 years. She said,
“Women of my generation were allowed finally to make more of our own choices with education, with career, and I have never forgotten that we owe that opportunity to women, to feminists who came before us,” Palin said. “The belief in equal opportunity is not just the cause of feminists, it’s the creed of our country — equal opportunity.”
Many people are trying to marginalize this lady, and discredit her accomplishments. She has worked harder than Obama & Biden combined. She has more executive experience, marked record of achievement and increased responsibility.
When was the last time you heard a MAN having a ethics violation for having his staff or security detail run women for him?
When was the last time you heard about how much a man spent on his apparel?
Why don't we talk about the abuse of power and the subversive tactic to rid us of our Free Speech...and One person One Vote? Or are we to accept the thug politics and stomp all over the Constitution.
And what happened to that press complaint "We don't have access?" She is the MOST accessible candidate.
Electing Obama will set the progress of African Americans back 20 years. Women further. Remember when they first implemented affirmative action, and unqualified people were getting hired?
This past week, I sat on a panel for AC360. I thought my positions and arguments were valid and was open for debate. The attacks I have received, had NOTHING to do with what I said, but how I looked, or suggested that I was a slave of some sort...HUH?
Let's talk about the issues. One thing that needs to resonate among women is that in 2008 with 52%, women decide. I ask each of you reach into your soul and open you mind. There are 16.5% women who are still undecided, help them decide McCain-Palin.
The "Ironed Jawed Angels" ask no less.
“Women of my generation were allowed finally to make more of our own choices with education, with career, and I have never forgotten that we owe that opportunity to women, to feminists who came before us,” Palin said. “The belief in equal opportunity is not just the cause of feminists, it’s the creed of our country — equal opportunity.”
Many people are trying to marginalize this lady, and discredit her accomplishments. She has worked harder than Obama & Biden combined. She has more executive experience, marked record of achievement and increased responsibility.
When was the last time you heard a MAN having a ethics violation for having his staff or security detail run women for him?
When was the last time you heard about how much a man spent on his apparel?
Why don't we talk about the abuse of power and the subversive tactic to rid us of our Free Speech...and One person One Vote? Or are we to accept the thug politics and stomp all over the Constitution.
And what happened to that press complaint "We don't have access?" She is the MOST accessible candidate.
Electing Obama will set the progress of African Americans back 20 years. Women further. Remember when they first implemented affirmative action, and unqualified people were getting hired?
This past week, I sat on a panel for AC360. I thought my positions and arguments were valid and was open for debate. The attacks I have received, had NOTHING to do with what I said, but how I looked, or suggested that I was a slave of some sort...HUH?
Let's talk about the issues. One thing that needs to resonate among women is that in 2008 with 52%, women decide. I ask each of you reach into your soul and open you mind. There are 16.5% women who are still undecided, help them decide McCain-Palin.
The "Ironed Jawed Angels" ask no less.
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
How Important is Coal to Pennsylvania? Obama-Biden Does not get it!
How important is coal to Pennsylvania? Here are some facts.
Most anthracite coal is found in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania has 29 billion tons of coal reserves, or 6.1% of the country's reserves.
The combined direct and indirect contributions of the coal industry to Pennsylvania's economy are more than $10 billion.
Using more than 57 million tons, Pennsylvania ranks fourth in coal use.
Pennsylvania employs more than 9,300 miners.
Pennsylvania distributes more than 75 million tons of coal each year.
Pennsylvania has 82 underground mines and 225 surface mines.
About 58% of the electricity used in Pennsylvania is produced by coal.
Pennsylvania produces about 7% of the country's coal supply.
Pennsylvania has 23 coal-fired power plants.
Source American Coal Foundation
Recently, Mr. Biden made some comments(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7rXyTRT-NZg ) about coal and where they stand...YIKES! and he says he is from Scranton??? Maybe he forgot what happened to Scranton when the coal industry fell.
And they want the huddled masses to think that McCain doesn't get it?
There is so much that this ticket does not and will not ever understand about this country and the people they wish to "lead". They want to make us feel that the government will save us, when all the while for decades, as we seek to re-tool out communities and extend infrastructure and technologies to the "last mile", we have long been abandoned by that government, and have fended for ourselves.
Well, Mr. Biden and Mr. Obama, let me help you "get it". We are a resilient people. We believe in ourselves, our families and our country. We have small businesses and we help our neighbors. We care for our old and feed our poor. We go to church. We believe that roosters always come home to roost, and a person is always held accountable for their own actions. This is the end of your belittling the people who live on Main Street, because on November 4, 2008, we who are called to a cause greater than ourselves will be voting for McCain-Palin. That cause is not about making history, but more about putting Country First.
Most anthracite coal is found in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania has 29 billion tons of coal reserves, or 6.1% of the country's reserves.
The combined direct and indirect contributions of the coal industry to Pennsylvania's economy are more than $10 billion.
Using more than 57 million tons, Pennsylvania ranks fourth in coal use.
Pennsylvania employs more than 9,300 miners.
Pennsylvania distributes more than 75 million tons of coal each year.
Pennsylvania has 82 underground mines and 225 surface mines.
About 58% of the electricity used in Pennsylvania is produced by coal.
Pennsylvania produces about 7% of the country's coal supply.
Pennsylvania has 23 coal-fired power plants.
Source American Coal Foundation
Recently, Mr. Biden made some comments(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7rXyTRT-NZg ) about coal and where they stand...YIKES! and he says he is from Scranton??? Maybe he forgot what happened to Scranton when the coal industry fell.
And they want the huddled masses to think that McCain doesn't get it?
There is so much that this ticket does not and will not ever understand about this country and the people they wish to "lead". They want to make us feel that the government will save us, when all the while for decades, as we seek to re-tool out communities and extend infrastructure and technologies to the "last mile", we have long been abandoned by that government, and have fended for ourselves.
Well, Mr. Biden and Mr. Obama, let me help you "get it". We are a resilient people. We believe in ourselves, our families and our country. We have small businesses and we help our neighbors. We care for our old and feed our poor. We go to church. We believe that roosters always come home to roost, and a person is always held accountable for their own actions. This is the end of your belittling the people who live on Main Street, because on November 4, 2008, we who are called to a cause greater than ourselves will be voting for McCain-Palin. That cause is not about making history, but more about putting Country First.
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Hit the road for McCain-Palin!
Volunteer Deployment for McCain-Palin
For those who are ready, willing and able to pack a suitcase and hit the road for voter turnout in a target state, Volunteer Deployment is for you!
We are recruiting McCain Marshals and McCain Mavericks to deploy to states all over the country to assist existing McCain-Palin 2008 operations in their final days/weeks of voter contact.
Who should apply?
McCain Marshals This program is for those who are comfortable working independently, managing a local office and recruiting new volunteers. Additionally, our McCain Marshals must be familiar with the new political technologies we are using in the field. Ideally, they will have campaign experience, or have participated in Deployment in recent years and be familiar with our turnout operations. The requirements are a minimum two-week commitment (October 22nd through November 5th).
McCain Mavericks This program is for all of you that are able to give the last week or two before Election Day to make turnout phone calls and go door-to-door in one of our top battleground states. You'll work all day (and night) long with a group of friends (some new, some old) to turn out voters on Election Day. The departure day is anytime before November 1st, and you'll be able to return home on Wednesday, November 5.
How do I apply? Please apply online at www.johnmccain.com/deployment .
For those who are ready, willing and able to pack a suitcase and hit the road for voter turnout in a target state, Volunteer Deployment is for you!
We are recruiting McCain Marshals and McCain Mavericks to deploy to states all over the country to assist existing McCain-Palin 2008 operations in their final days/weeks of voter contact.
Who should apply?
McCain Marshals This program is for those who are comfortable working independently, managing a local office and recruiting new volunteers. Additionally, our McCain Marshals must be familiar with the new political technologies we are using in the field. Ideally, they will have campaign experience, or have participated in Deployment in recent years and be familiar with our turnout operations. The requirements are a minimum two-week commitment (October 22nd through November 5th).
McCain Mavericks This program is for all of you that are able to give the last week or two before Election Day to make turnout phone calls and go door-to-door in one of our top battleground states. You'll work all day (and night) long with a group of friends (some new, some old) to turn out voters on Election Day. The departure day is anytime before November 1st, and you'll be able to return home on Wednesday, November 5.
How do I apply? Please apply online at www.johnmccain.com/deployment
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
John McCain Defiende a a Mujeres
¡• 52% de votantes es mujeres! Las mujeres son una mayoría, no un grupo de presión especial.
• 56% de mujeres está encargadas del manejo de sus familias' las finanzas diarias.
• 50% de norteamericanos con ventajas más que $500.000 son mujeres.
• 27% de mujeres en casas de dos-ingresos gana más que su socio.
• 46% de los EEUU totales trabaja la fuerza es mujeres.
• 49% del aumento en la mano de obra total por 2010 será mujeres.
• 51% de trabajadores en la gestión de alto-pagando y trabajos profesionales es mujeres.
• 8,7 millones de mujeres son propietarios de pequeña empresa.
¡Las mujeres – nosotros no podemos ganar sin ellos! Una a Mujeres para McCain hoy en http://women.johnmccain.com
• 56% de mujeres está encargadas del manejo de sus familias' las finanzas diarias.
• 50% de norteamericanos con ventajas más que $500.000 son mujeres.
• 27% de mujeres en casas de dos-ingresos gana más que su socio.
• 46% de los EEUU totales trabaja la fuerza es mujeres.
• 49% del aumento en la mano de obra total por 2010 será mujeres.
• 51% de trabajadores en la gestión de alto-pagando y trabajos profesionales es mujeres.
• 8,7 millones de mujeres son propietarios de pequeña empresa.
¡Las mujeres – nosotros no podemos ganar sin ellos! Una a Mujeres para McCain hoy en http://women.johnmccain.com
Saturday, September 13, 2008
BIGresearch New Poll
If the Presidential Election were held today, who would you vote for?
All Registered Voted in
Adults Voters 2004 Republicans Democrats
John McCain 40.3% 41.2% 43.2% 79.8% 12.1%
Barack Obama 39.7% 38.9% 37.6% 7.5% 71.2%
Source: BIGresearch, Sep 08 CIA (N=8167)
All Registered Voted in
Adults Voters 2004 Republicans Democrats
John McCain 40.3% 41.2% 43.2% 79.8% 12.1%
Barack Obama 39.7% 38.9% 37.6% 7.5% 71.2%
Source: BIGresearch, Sep 08 CIA (N=8167)
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Young, Female, Executive Seeks Same - On Sarah Palin
The choice of Sarah Palin, is an indicator that attracting talent for the workforce, is definitely changing politics. People must holistically accept that after almost 20 years of "serial entrepreneurs" and the growth of outsourcing for staff augmentation and special project consultants, a culture of "get in, get out, get it done, has now entered the political arena. Gone are the days, where companies, and now the political process, had the "luxury" of only finding talent in long tenured, short resume candidates. It is no longer rare to find that ideal resource with a 3 page resume, and 7 companies/positions, in 20 years. The workforce of today has a culture that in order to get a better salary, or a promotion, they have to leave the company, that they are at, and find a "greener pastures."
This model works, as long as there are proven results that are clear and demonstrative.
Gov. Palin has that track record of proven results. This is clear and demonstrative evidence of change you can believe in. She is a LONG TERM asset.
This model works, as long as there are proven results that are clear and demonstrative.
Gov. Palin has that track record of proven results. This is clear and demonstrative evidence of change you can believe in. She is a LONG TERM asset.
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