Saturday, June 30, 2012

A united Cyprus by end of its presidency?

A united Cyprus by end of its presidency? - Cyprus Mail

Chris Christie Vetoes Planned Parenthood Funding Again

Kudos to NJ Gov. Chris Christie for refusing to send taxpayer dollars to abortion-on-demand Planned Parenthood.

Chris Christie Vetoes Planned Parenthood Funding Again | LifeNews.com

Unintended consequences of the ObamaCare tax

Unintended consequences of the ObamaCare tax | Conservative News, Views & Books

Just A Tax


PA House Approves Quigley Plan to Study Property Tax Reform

In the flurry of last-minute activity, the PA House approved State Rep. Tom Quigley's resolution calling for the  creation of commission to study property tax reform. It's not the same as approving HB 1776, but at least it keeps the issue alive in Harrisburg.

PA State Rep. Tom Quigley - House Approves Quigley Plan to Study Property Tax Solution

Five reasons your doctor hates Obamacare

Five reasons your doctor hates Obamacare

The Final Verdict

State Rep. Jim Cox: Bill Naming Road in Honor of Deputy Pagerly Signed into Law

State Rep. Jim Cox - Cox Bill Naming Road in Honor of Deputy Pagerly Signed into Law

View Photo Gallery of Conservative Celebrities

Conservative Celebrities « Photo Galleries « CBS Philly

Obama to Middle Class: Screw You!

6 big ideas for Obamacare repeal and replace

6 big ideas for Obamacare repeal and replace

Opinion: Voter IDs here to stay to ensure honest elections

Voter IDs here to stay (6/30/12)

Weekly GOP Address: Obamacare Must Be Repealed

Liberal Media Bias 101

The ultra-liberal Reading Eagle has a story in its Saturday edition about a rally sponsored by a left-wing activist group called Keystone Progress. The news value of the "protest" is questionable. The newspaper ignores many rallies by conservative groups, but it's the photo next to the article that drew my attention. 

The article says 40 people attended the rally. But the photo next to the story shows 1 woman holding a sign and part of a second woman standing near her. If you're going to take a photo of a rally, wouldn't you want to include as many people in it? Especially when only 40 people show up. Either the reporter wrote the story from a press release issued by the left-wing activists or the reporter can't count.
 
Dozens rally in Reading support of health care ruling

Friday, June 29, 2012

Gov. Corbett Signs 4 Bills into Law

Governor Corbett Signs Four Bills into Law

Columnist: Obamacare just another job-killing tax bill

Spencer: Obamacare just another job-killing tax bill - delcotimes.com

Absolutely not a Tax Increase

Not A Tax Increase?

NewsBusted 6/29/12

Obama's Blunders: The President Pushes America To Become Europe

Analysis: Ruling adds hundreds of billions to healthcare law costs

Analysis: Ruling adds hundreds of billions to healthcare law costs - The Hill's Healthwatch

PA Energy Alliance Applauds Lawmakers For Support Of House Resolution On Used Nuclear Fuel

PA Energy Alliance Applauds Rep. Godshall And Other Lawmakers For Unanimous Support Of House Resolution On Used Nuclear Fuel

PA University Leaders Thank Gov. Corbett for Restored Education Funding

University Leaders Thank Governor Corbett for Restored Education Funding

Most Arrogant Man in the World

Editorial: Elected Pa. tax collectors are a throwback to 18th century

Elected tax collectors are a throwback to 18th century (6/27/12)

Decision forces Obama to defend law during campaign, analyst says

Decision forces Obama to defend law during campaign, analyst says

'Occupy Unmasked' - Official Movie Trailer

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Opinion: Obama has high misery index

Obama has high misery index (6/27/12)

Obama in 2009: Obamacare 'Absolutely Not a Tax Increase'

If you still believe Obamacare is free ...

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Bishops: Court decision does not address fundamental flaws in Obamacare

Bishops Renew Plea to Congress and Administration to Repair Affordable Care Act

Constitution Flatlines, Dooming Young People To Bankruptcy

Constitution Flatlines, Dooming Young People To Bankruptcy | CNSNews.com

Liberty Institute: "U.S. Supreme Court Obamacare Ruling Is Wrong!"

Liberty Institute: "U.S. Supreme Court Obamacare Ruling Is Wrong!"

The silver lining? Now Obama owns his tax hikes

HURT: The silver lining? Now Obama owns his tax hikes - Washington Times

Obamatax on the middle class

Repeal and Replace ... both Obama and Obamacare

Obamacare includes 21 tax hikes

Republicans: Ruling focuses election on Obama's health care tax - Washington Times

Day One, Job One: #FullRepeal

Doctors' Group: Supreme Court Decision Supports Lies, Corruption

Supreme Court Decision Supports Lies, Corruption, States Association of American Physicians and Surgeons (AAPS)

Richard Viguerie: Supreme Court Changes Tea Party 2010 Wave into Typhoon in 2012

Richard Viguerie: Supreme Court Changes Tea Party 2010 Wave into Typhoon in 2012

In 255-67 vote, House places Holder in contempt of Congress

In 255-67 vote, House places Holder in contempt of Congress - The Hill's Floor Action

Leader Cantor: House Will Vote To Repeal ObamaCare On July 11th

Doctors: Obamacare Ruling a Disaster in Slow Motion

Doctors: SCOTUS Ruling a Disaster in Slow Motion; Doctors Will Bail & Patients Will Lose, Says DPMA

Gov. Corbett: Obamacare raises health care costs for families, employers and PA

"Despite the President's repeated assertions that this was not a tax, the Supreme Court today ruled that it is in fact a tax,'' Corbett said. "Not only is it a tax, but it may turn out to be one of the largest tax increases in the history of our nation. It is a tax on our citizens that they cannot afford. It is a tax that hits our small businesses the hardest and will kill job growth.
"This law will raise healthcare costs for our families, our employers and our state,'' Corbett said. "This is a burden to all of us who work every day to recover from the recession.
"Despite the President's repeated assertions that this was not a tax, the Supreme Court today ruled that it is in fact a tax,'' Corbett said. "Not only is it a tax, but it may turn out to be one of the largest tax increases in the history of our nation. It is a tax on our citizens that they cannot afford. It is a tax that hits our small businesses the hardest and will kill job growth.
"Despite the President's repeated assertions that this was not a tax, the Supreme Court today ruled that it is in fact a tax,'' Corbett said. "Not only is it a tax, but it may turn out to be one of the largest tax increases in the history of our nation. It is a tax on our citizens that they cannot afford. It is a tax that hits our small businesses the hardest and will kill job growth.
"This law will raise healthcare costs for our families, our employers and our state,'' Corbett said. "This is a burden to all of us who work every day to recover from the recession.
"Despite the President's repeated assertions that this was not a tax, the Supreme Court today ruled that it is in fact a tax,'' Corbett said. "Not only is it a tax, but it may turn out to be one of the largest tax increases in the history of our nation. It is a tax on our citizens that they cannot afford. It is a tax that hits our small businesses the hardest and will kill job growth.
Gov. Corbett: Obamacare raises health care costs for families, employers and PA

PennDOT, Police to Partner for Independence Day DUI Enforcement

PennDOT, Police to Partner for Independence Day DUI Enforcement

Democrats Afraid to Be Seen with Obama?

Democrats Afraid to Be Seen with Obama?

Obama Raised Everybody’s Taxes

Cue the Tea Party: Obama Raised Everybody’s Taxes

So Much For Obama s Pledge Never to Raise Taxes

Obamacare mandate ruled a tax

Obama promised not to raise taxes on the middle class, but Obamacare is a $1.7 trillion tax increase on the middle class. How can anyone support a habitual liar?


Obamacare mandate ruled a tax

Thursday, June 21, 2012

Poll: Romney closes in on Obama, economic angst up

Poll: Romney closes in on Obama, economic angst up

Obama's Blunders: The Arrogance of ObamaCare

Gov. Corbett: Petrochemical Complex Could Bring 20,000 Jobs to PA

Governor Tom Corbett Highlights Potential for Jobs, Economic Growth from Building Petrochemical Industry in PA

State-by-State Ranking of Car Repair Costs

CarMD Reveals State-by-State Ranking of Car Repair Costs; Motorists in Wyoming Paid Most, Indiana Drivers Paid Least for Repairs

Convicted Killers Often Live a Life of Leisure, Professor Says

Convicted Killers Often Live a Life of Leisure, Professor Says - ABC News

Insiders: High court will strike down Obamacare

Insiders: High court will strike Obama health care mandate

Pa. Democrat to skip convention to avoid Obama

Pa. Democrat to skip convention

Byron York: Obama suffers amnesia about first year as president

Obama suffers amnesia about first year as president

Opinion: Sorry Sen. Schwank, Pennsylvania doesn't need unelected panel to make budget decisions

State doesn't need unelected panel (6/20/12)

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Report: Federal government claims to own fewer limos

Report: Federal government claims to own fewer limos

Status Quo Wins Again in Pennsylvania


NEWS ITEM: Opposition by labor unions and special interest groups derails plan to end Pennsylvania's government liquor monopoly.

Romney’s Hispanic Outreach Ad

U.S. Teen Pregnancy Rate at Historic Low

U.S. Teen Pregnancy Rate at Historic Low

PA National Guard to Host Hiring Expo for Service Members, Veterans

PA National Guard to Host Hiring Expo for Service Members, Veterans

Pennsylvania Gov. Corbett Announces Confirmations, Nominations

Pennsylvania Governor Corbett Announces Confirmations, Nominations

Auditor General : Fixing PA's Charter School Formula Could Save $365M

Auditor General Jack Wagner Says Fixing PA's Charter School Formula Could Save $365 Million a Year in Taxpayer Money

Flashback: Obama calls on Bush AG to step down

Obama team: 'Fast and Furious' documents are privileged

Obama team: 'Fast and Furious' documents are privileged

Tuesday, June 19, 2012

New Book: 'Hostile Takeover'

Hostile Takeover: How Citizen Activists Will Restore Constitutionally Limited Government from the Ground Up

Gov. Corbett Highlights Goals of Justice Reinvestment Initiative

Governor Corbett Highlights Goals of Justice Reinvestment Initiative

Democrats Pay 'Protesters' To Heckle Romney

Don't you just love liberal hypocrisy? Obama is complaining about hecklers at his campaign stops but now we have confirmation that Democrats are paying people to heckle Romney at his campaign stops.

Democrats Pay 'Protesters' To Heckle Romney | Red Dog Report

Pennsylvania Reminds Dog Owners of License Requirement

Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Reminds Dog Owners of License Requirement

Newspaper: Back to the drawing board for Pa. property tax reform

Cox, co-sponsors should go back to the drawing board (6/18/12)

Andrea Mitchell to address faked Romney 'WaWa' clip

The corrupt liberal media is so desperate to get Obama re-elected, they are now making fake video clips to try to discredit Mitt Romney.


Andrea Mitchell to address 'WaWa' clip

Dollar General Distribution Center to Locate in Berks County, Create 500 New Jobs

Pennsylvania Governor Corbett Announces Dollar General Distribution Center to Locate in Berks County, Create 500 New Jobs

Hollywood's Greatest Creation of Our Time: Barack Obama

Sen. Mensch stresses need for Pa. property tax reform

Sen. Mensch stresses need for Pa. property tax reform

Monday, June 18, 2012

John Kerry to play Mitt Romney during Obama's debate prep


"I'm John Kerry and I am reporting for duty!"

Kerry to play Romney during Obama's debate prep

Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen: Time for Turkey to leave Cyprus in peace

An excellent op-ed by Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, R-Fla., about the long-running and illegal military occupation of Cyprus by Turkey.

Time for Turkey to leave Cyprus in peace - Washington Times

Columnist: The poorer middle class under Obama

GHEI: The poorer middle class - Washington Times

Live by the property tax, die by the property tax

Live by the property tax, die by the property tax

PA Table Games Revenue figures for May

Gaming control board releases Table Games Revenue figures for May

Number of Police Pursuits in Pennsylvania Rose Slightly in 2011

Number of Police Pursuits in Pennsylvania Rose Slightly in 2011

Pennsylvania Prosecutes 10 for Welfare Fraud

Pennsylvania Office of Inspector General Announces May 2012 Welfare Fraud Adjudications

Pennsylvania to Implement New Law Licensing Abortion Facilities

Pennsylvania Department of Health to Implement New Law Licensing Abortion Facilities in Pennsylvania

New Romney Ad: Our Time

Sunday, June 17, 2012

Romney Predicts Win In Pennsylvania

Romney Predicts Win In Pennsylvania - Politics News Story - KTVZ Bend

One scenario for a Romney landslide

Michael Barone, one of the most knowledgeable political pundits alive today, offers a possible scenario for a Mitt Romney landslide this November.

Romney 338, Obama 200?

Obama's deportation distraction: Is this really the immigration reform America needs right now?

Obama's deportation distraction: Is this really the immigration reform America needs right now?

Looking backward: The nostalgia economics of Barack Obama

Looking backward: The nostalgia economics of Barack Obama

Rep. Joe Pitts: Let’s make a deal, Obama-style

Let’s make a deal, Obama-style

Does 'audacity of hope' mean unchecked presidential power?

Obama immigration order: Does 'audacity of hope' mean unchecked presidential power?

Friday, June 15, 2012

Governor Corbett Announces Confirmations, Appointments

Governor Corbett Announces Confirmations, Appointments

NewsBusted 6/15/12

PA State Rep. Warren Kampf introduces pension reform bills

Rep. Warren Kampf introduces two pension reform bills

Gerlach, Meehan continue fight against medical device tax

Gerlach, Meehan continue fight against medical device tax

Memorable Presidential Lines


John Stossel: ObamaCare is not the way to go to improve the nation's health care

ObamaCare is not the way to go to improve the nation’s health care

Gov. Corbett to campaign with Romney in Pa.

Gov. Corbett to campaign with Romney in Pa.

PA Protects Nearly 2,400 Acres of Prime Farmland

Preservation Board Protects Nearly 2,400 Acres of Prime PA Farmland

Chicago hedge fund manager switches support to Romney

Chicago hedge fund manager switches from 2008 Obama fan to Romney backer - Chicago Sun-Times

Pennsylvania Republicans say EPA Declared War on Coal

Pennsylvania Republicans say EPA Declared War on Coal

Thursday, June 14, 2012

Rep. Kevin Boyle blocks Pa. property tax reform

The House Finance Committee voted 13-11 on Monday to table a vote to send House Bill 1776 (the Property Tax Independence Act) to the full House for a vote to eliminate school property taxes in Pennsylvania.

The vote effectively ends any hope of getting property tax reform in Pennsylvania this year.

Here are the names of the 13 state legislators (9 Republicans and 4 Democrats) who voted for the status quo and denied potential relief from burdensome school taxes for Pennsylvania taxpayers:

Kerry A. Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin), Kevin J. Boyle (D-Philadelphia), Tim Briggs (D-Montgomery), Margo L. Davidson (D-Delaware), Madeleine Dean (D-Montgomery), Gordon Denlinger (R-Lancaster), George Dunbar (R-Westmoreland), Eli Evankovich (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland), Fred Keller (R-Snyder/Union), Duane Milne (R-Chester), Michael Peifer (R-Monroe/Pike/Wayne), Kathy L. Rapp (R-Forest/Mckean/Warren County) and Mario M. Scavello (R-Monroe).
All 13 of the lawmakers above are up for re-election this November. Make your voice heard and remove the professional politicians who continue to block property tax reform.

Mulligan

Democrats Abandon Ship

Obama takes friendly fire from House Dem - The Hill's Ballot Box

Sandra Fluke returns favor, endorses Obama

Sandra Fluke returns favor, endorses Obama - William Bergstrom - POLITICO.com

Rep. Gordon Denlinger blocks Pa. property tax reform

The House Finance Committee voted 13-11 on Monday to table a vote to send House Bill 1776 (the Property Tax Independence Act) to the full House for a vote to eliminate school property taxes in Pennsylvania.

The vote effectively ends any hope of getting property tax reform in Pennsylvania this year.

Here are the names of the 13 state legislators (9 Republicans and 4 Democrats) who voted for the status quo and denied potential relief from burdensome school taxes for Pennsylvania taxpayers:

Kerry A. Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin), Kevin J. Boyle (D-Philadelphia), Tim Briggs (D-Montgomery), Margo L. Davidson (D-Delaware), Madeleine Dean (D-Montgomery), Gordon Denlinger (R-Lancaster), George Dunbar (R-Westmoreland), Eli Evankovich (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland), Fred Keller (R-Snyder/Union), Duane Milne (R-Chester), Michael Peifer (R-Monroe/Pike/Wayne), Kathy L. Rapp (R-Forest/Mckean/Warren County) and Mario M. Scavello (R-Monroe).
All 13 of the lawmakers above are up for re-election this November. Make your voice heard and remove the professional politicians who continue to block property tax reform.

Breaking News? CNN Listens to Sandra Fluke Explain Why She's Voting for Obama

Breaking News? CNN Listens to Sandra Fluke Explain Why She's Voting for Obama | NewsBusters.org

Rep. Margo Davidson blocks Pa. property tax reform

The House Finance Committee voted 13-11 on Monday to table a vote to send House Bill 1776 (the Property Tax Independence Act) to the full House for a vote to eliminate school property taxes in Pennsylvania.

The vote effectively ends any hope of getting property tax reform in Pennsylvania this year.

Here are the names of the 13 state legislators (9 Republicans and 4 Democrats) who voted for the status quo and denied potential relief from burdensome school taxes for Pennsylvania taxpayers:

Kerry A. Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin), Kevin J. Boyle (D-Philadelphia), Tim Briggs (D-Montgomery), Margo L. Davidson (D-Delaware), Madeleine Dean (D-Montgomery), Gordon Denlinger (R-Lancaster), George Dunbar (R-Westmoreland), Eli Evankovich (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland), Fred Keller (R-Snyder/Union), Duane Milne (R-Chester), Michael Peifer (R-Monroe/Pike/Wayne), Kathy L. Rapp (R-Forest/Mckean/Warren County) and Mario M. Scavello (R-Monroe).
All 13 of the lawmakers above are up for re-election this November. Make your voice heard and remove the professional politicians who continue to block property tax reform.

Looks Like A One-Term Proposition

Harrisburg Media Go Big For Sandusky Trial

Harrisburg Media Go Big For Sandusky Trial

Columnist: Trim down number of school districts in Pa.

Here's a quick way to save a few million dollars. Trip the 500 school superintendents in Pennsylvania making between $100,000 and $200,000 a year down to about 40.


Columnist Paul Golias: We don't need 500 school systems. The administrative overkill is phenomenal. Luzerne County could function well as one school district. Public education in Pennsylvania likely could work with 40 districts. Smaller, rural-type counties could be tied together.


Trim down number of school districts - News - Citizens Voice

Rep. Madeleine Dean blocks Pa. property tax reform

The House Finance Committee voted 13-11 on Monday to table a vote to send House Bill 1776 (the Property Tax Independence Act) to the full House for a vote to eliminate school property taxes in Pennsylvania.

The vote effectively ends any hope of getting property tax reform in Pennsylvania this year.

Here are the names of the 13 state legislators (9 Republicans and 4 Democrats) who voted for the status quo and denied potential relief from burdensome school taxes for Pennsylvania taxpayers:

Kerry A. Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin), Kevin J. Boyle (D-Philadelphia), Tim Briggs (D-Montgomery), Margo L. Davidson (D-Delaware), Madeleine Dean (D-Montgomery), Gordon Denlinger (R-Lancaster), George Dunbar (R-Westmoreland), Eli Evankovich (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland), Fred Keller (R-Snyder/Union), Duane Milne (R-Chester), Michael Peifer (R-Monroe/Pike/Wayne), Kathy L. Rapp (R-Forest/Mckean/Warren County) and Mario M. Scavello (R-Monroe).
All 13 of the lawmakers above are up for re-election this November. Make your voice heard and remove the professional politicians who continue to block property tax reform.

Newspaper: Paterno's will is a public matter

Penn State and the Paterno family fought for years to keep his taxpayer-paid salary a secret until courts ruled it was a matter of public record. I don't understand why Paterno's will is being kept private. It's also a public document, especially since he's receiving more than $10 million in a pension settlement with Penn State University.


Paterno's will is a public matter - Opinion - Citizens Voice

George H.W. Bush gets his own documentary

George H.W. Bush gets his own documentary

How much does Obama spend in 30 seconds?

Rep. Tim Briggs blocks Pa. property tax reform

The House Finance Committee voted 13-11 on Monday to table a vote to send House Bill 1776 (the Property Tax Independence Act) to the full House for a vote to eliminate school property taxes in Pennsylvania.

The vote effectively ends any hope of getting property tax reform in Pennsylvania this year.

Here are the names of the 13 state legislators (9 Republicans and 4 Democrats) who voted for the status quo and denied potential relief from burdensome school taxes for Pennsylvania taxpayers:

Kerry A. Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin), Kevin J. Boyle (D-Philadelphia), Tim Briggs (D-Montgomery), Margo L. Davidson (D-Delaware), Madeleine Dean (D-Montgomery), Gordon Denlinger (R-Lancaster), George Dunbar (R-Westmoreland), Eli Evankovich (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland), Fred Keller (R-Snyder/Union), Duane Milne (R-Chester), Michael Peifer (R-Monroe/Pike/Wayne), Kathy L. Rapp (R-Forest/Mckean/Warren County) and Mario M. Scavello (R-Monroe).
All 13 of the lawmakers above are up for re-election this November. Make your voice heard and remove the professional politicians who continue to block property tax reform.

PA Cyber Charter School graduates nearly 1,300

PA Cyber Charter School graduates nearly 1,300

Pennsylvania Urges Public to Report Elder Abuse, Neglect

Pennsylvania Department of Aging Urges Public to Report Elder Abuse, Neglect

Rep. Mario Scavello blocks Pa. property tax reform

The House Finance Committee voted 13-11 on Monday to table a vote to send House Bill 1776 (the Property Tax Independence Act) to the full House for a vote to eliminate school property taxes in Pennsylvania.

The vote effectively ends any hope of getting property tax reform in Pennsylvania this year.

Here are the names of the 13 state legislators (9 Republicans and 4 Democrats) who voted for the status quo and denied potential relief from burdensome school taxes for Pennsylvania taxpayers:

Kerry A. Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin), Kevin J. Boyle (D-Philadelphia), Tim Briggs (D-Montgomery), Margo L. Davidson (D-Delaware), Madeleine Dean (D-Montgomery), Gordon Denlinger (R-Lancaster), George Dunbar (R-Westmoreland), Eli Evankovich (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland), Fred Keller (R-Snyder/Union), Duane Milne (R-Chester), Michael Peifer (R-Monroe/Pike/Wayne), Kathy L. Rapp (R-Forest/Mckean/Warren County) and Mario M. Scavello (R-Monroe).
All 13 of the lawmakers above are up for re-election this November. Make your voice heard and remove the professional politicians who continue to block property tax reform.

C.S. Lewis: Atheist to Christian

Opinion: Legislature is conflicted on pension issue

Legislature is conflicted (6/14/12)

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Rep. Duane Milne blocks Pa. property tax reform

The House Finance Committee voted 13-11 on Monday to table a vote to send House Bill 1776 (the Property Tax Independence Act) to the full House for a vote to eliminate school property taxes in Pennsylvania.
The vote effectively ends any hope of getting property tax reform in Pennsylvania this year.

Here are the names of the 13 state legislators (9 Republicans and 4 Democrats) who voted for the status quo and denied potential relief from burdensome school taxes for Pennsylvania taxpayers:

Kerry A. Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin), Kevin J. Boyle (D-Philadelphia), Tim Briggs (D-Montgomery), Margo L. Davidson (D-Delaware), Madeleine Dean (D-Montgomery), Gordon Denlinger (R-Lancaster), George Dunbar (R-Westmoreland), Eli Evankovich (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland), Fred Keller (R-Snyder/Union), Duane Milne (R-Chester), Michael Peifer (R-Monroe/Pike/Wayne), Kathy L. Rapp (R-Forest/Mckean/Warren County) and Mario M. Scavello (R-Monroe).
All 13 of the lawmakers above are up for re-election this November. Make your voice heard and remove the professional politicians who continue to block property tax reform.

Flag Day: Honor stars and stripes as symbol of national pride

Flag Day: Honor stars and stripes as symbol of national pride

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Senator Casey has Barack Obama's Back

Deadliest Driving Days for Teens: What Parents Can Do

The start of summer — the time between Memorial Day and Labor Day  — marks the beginning of the "100 Deadliest Days for Teens." Automobile accidents are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens, and more teens are killed on the road during summer than any other time of year.

Deadliest Driving Days for Teens: What Parents Can Do

Taser Death Case Filed in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of PA

Taser Death Case Filed in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of PA

Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett Signs 11 Bills Into Law

Pennsylvania Governor Corbett Signs Legislation

Pennsylvania Historical Markers Now Accessible on Smartphones

Pennsylvania Historical Markers Now Accessible on Smartphones

Dem pollsters: Obama may face 'impossible headwind'

Dem pollsters: Obama may face 'impossible headwind'

State Rep. Warren Kampf Introduces Pension Reform Legislation



The Dirty Dozen + 1 who killed property tax reform

Here are the 13 state representatives who blocked a bill to eliminate school property taxes in Pennsylvania:

Rep. Kevin Boyle (D) - 717-783-4944
Rep. Tim Briggs (D) - 717-705-7011
Rep. Margo Davidson (D) - 717-783-4907
Rep. Madeleine Dean (D) - 717-783-7619
Rep. Kerry Benninghoff (R- Chairman) - 717-783-1918
Rep. Gordon Delinger (R ) - 717-787-3531
Rep. G. Dunbar (R ) - 717-260-6132
Rep. Eli Evankovich (R ) - 717-260-6129
Rep. Fred Keller (R ) - 717-787-3443
Rep. Duane Milne (R ) - 717-787-8579
Rep. Michael Peifer (R ) - 717-783-2037
Rep. Kathy Rapp (R ) - 717-787-1367
Rep. Mario Scavello (R ) - 717-787-7732

Proponents of Pa. property tax elimination vow to fight on

House panel tables property tax bill

Pennsylvania Explores Privatizing Lottery

Pennsylvania Takes Next Steps in Exploring Initiative to Maximize Pennsylvania Lottery Funding for Senior Programs

Property Tax Independence Act falls short of action

Pennsylvania voters must demand more from their elected officials. From an editorial in The Pottstown Mercury: What's lacking is for legislative leadership and Gov. Tom Corbett to champion the cause. Until that happens, property tax reform will remain a case of all talk and no action.

Read the full editorial at the link below:

Property Tax Independence Act falls short of action

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

"Berlin Wall" Speech - President Reagan's Address

HBO Documentary Films: '41' Trailer

Worst. Bailout. Ever.

Worst. Bailout. Ever.

Demand Answers on 'Fast and Furious' Scandal

Obama's formula for more economic growth? More government

The first rule of holes: When you're in a hole, stop digging. Obama has been digging a deeper hole for the past four years.

Obama's formula for more economic growth? More government

Do you remember Hurricane Agnes?

The 40-year anniversary is approaching.

Do you remember Hurricane Agnes?

Pa. lawmakers scuttle property tax reform bill

Let's hope the thousands of citizen activists who have been pushing for the elimination of school property taxes in Pennsylvania will work to defeat the 13 incumbent state legislators who blocked House Bill 1776.

Pa. lawmakers scuttle property tax reform bill

Poll: Pa. voters favor new photo ID law by 2-1 margin

Poll: Pa. voters favor new photo ID requirement - abc27 WHTM

Pa. Announces Disciplinary Actions Against 181 Licensed Professionals, Organizations

Pa. Department of State Announces Disciplinary Actions Taken Against 181 Licensed, Commissioned Professionals, Organizations

Obama Fairy Tales


AHI Applauds Committee Passage of Resolution Calling on Turkey to Reopen Halki Theological School

AHI Applauds Committee Passage of Resolution Calling on Turkey to Reopen Halki Theological School

Monday, June 11, 2012

House Finance Committee Postpones Vote on Property Tax Independence Act

PA State Rep. Jim Cox makes lemonade out of the lemons handed to him by the House Finance Committee today. Cox thanks his 10 colleagues who voted with taxpayers: "With this vote, these 10 state representatives joined me in supporting homeowners and opposing the special interests," Cox said. "It is nice to see that there are some patriots serving in Harrisburg who are willing to stand up for what is right.  My hope is that their numbers will continue to increase in the future."

State Rep. Jim Cox - House Finance Committee Postpones Vote on Property Tax Independence Act

Obama says he was too busy to visit Wisconsin

Obama says he was too busy to visit Wisconsin

No more daily newspapers?

For Newspapers, a Less than Daily Future  | American Journalism Review

13 Pa. lawmakers who killed property tax reform

The House Finance Committee voted 13-11 on Monday to table a vote to send House Bill 1776 (the Property Tax Independence Act) to the full House for a vote to eliminate school property taxes in Pennsylvania.

The vote effectively ends any hope of getting property tax reform in Pennsylvania this year.

Here are the names of the 13 state legislators (9 Republicans and 4 Democrats) who voted for the status quo and denied potential relief from burdensome school taxes for Pennsylvania taxpayers:

Kerry A. Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin), Kevin J. Boyle (D-Philadelphia), Tim Briggs (D-Montgomery), Margo L. Davidson (D-Delaware), Madeleine Dean (D-Montgomery), Gordon Denlinger (R-Lancaster), George Dunbar (R-Westmoreland), Eli Evankovich (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland), Fred Keller (R-Snyder/Union), Duane Milne (R-Chester), Michael Peifer (R-Monroe/Pike/Wayne), Kathy L. Rapp (R-Forest/Mckean/Warren County) and Mario M. Scavello (R-Monroe).

All 13 of the lawmakers above are up for re-election this November. Make your voice heard and remove the professional politicians who continue to block property tax reform.

Pa. Gov. Corbett Announces Judicial Nominations

Governor Corbett Announces Nominations

Pennsylvania Governor Corbett Praises Bipartisan Effort to Secure Funding for Delaware River Dredging

Pennsylvania Governor Corbett Praises Bipartisan Effort to Secure Funding for Delaware River Dredging

Pennsylvania Reminds Families of Free Summer Meal Program

Pennsylvania Education Department Reminds Families of Free Summer Meal Program

Romney Coming to Pennsylvania June 16

From the Romney for President Campaign:
 Mitt Romney will meet with America’s families and business owners in small towns in six states as part of his “Every Town Counts” five-day bus tour. The “Every Town Counts” bus tour will begin in New Hampshire on June 15 and will continue on to small towns in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Michigan.

"For three and a half years, President Obama has paid little attention to the everyday concerns of the American people,” Mitt Romney said. “President Obama has offered no hope for the future, and he has left American families to bear the burden of his failed policies. Too many American families have experienced a lost job, faced foreclosure, or been forced to spend their kids' college savings just to make ends meet. These are not statistics – these are our fellow Americans. In America’s small towns, you don't find despair -- you find boundless optimism. We know we can make America better, and that is why I am running for president."

Believe In America: Every Town Counts Bus Tour Outline

·         Friday, June 15 – New Hampshire

·         Saturday, June 16 – Pennsylvania 

·         Sunday, June 17 – Ohio

·         Monday, June 18 – Wisconsin and Iowa

·         Tuesday, June 19 – Michigan

More details will be announced in the coming days.

Friday, June 08, 2012

RNC Ad: 'Doing Fine'

Ed Rendell: 'I'm Not Sure' If Obama Is Going To Win

Democrats are deserting a sinking ship.


Ed Rendell: 'I'm Not Sure' If Obama Is Going To Win

Obama is wrong. The private sector isn’t ‘doing fine’

Obama is wrong. The private sector isn’t ‘doing fine’

Rick Santorum forms group to rally conservatives

Rick Santorum forms group to rally conservatives

New Romney Ad: Strong Leadership

Pat Buchanan: The bell tolls for the government unions

Pat Buchanan: The bell tolls for the government unions

Obama 'green jobs' even more of a disaster than you think

Green jobs are even more of a disaster than you think

Pa. House committee schedules vote on property tax reform

Pa. House committee schedules vote on property tax reform

Thursday, June 07, 2012

PA Congressman Joe Pitts has led the effort to repeal the $30B tax on medical devices included in Obamacare

PA Congressman Jim Gerlach votes to repeal a $30B tax on medical devices included in Obamacare

Obama’s entire reelection problem in one chart

Obama’s entire reelection problem in one chart

Rep. Bilirakis Resolution Calls for End to Turkish Occupation of Cyprus

Rep. Bilirakis Resolution Calls for End to Turkish Occupation of Cyprus

Foreign Affairs Committee Approves Rep. Bilirakis Resolution to Re-Open Halki Seminary

Foreign Affairs Committee Approves Bilirakis Resolution to Re-Open Halki Seminary

Romney: Fixing US economy a moral imperative

Romney: Fixing US economy a moral imperative

Former ACORN Director Gets $445 Mil From U.S. Treasury

Former ACORN Director Gets $445 Mil From U.S. Treasury | Judicial Watch

Jeb Bush Endorses Connie Mack For U.S. Senate

Jeb Bush Endorses Connie Mack For U.S. Senate

Attorney General Holder, GOP clash on 'Fast and Furious'

Attorney General Holder, GOP clash on Fast and Furious – USATODAY.com

Columnist: Teachers' unions losing the PR battle

Spencer: Teachers’ unions losing the PR battle - delcotimes.com

Gov. Corbett Hails Passage of Unemployment Compensation Reform

Gov. Corbett Hails Passage of Unemployment Compensation Reform

Hitler finds out that Scott Walker won the Wisconsin recall election

Liberal talk show host Bill Press wants to get rid of 'stupid' national anthem

TV host wants to get rid of 'stupid' national anthem

Wednesday, June 06, 2012

Cruel June for Obama, Dems — and could get worse

Cruel June for Obama, Dems — and could get worse

Romney: Voters backed conservative values in Wis.

Romney: Voters backed conservative values in Wis.

President Ronald Reagan's Great Speech on the 40th Anniversary of D-Day

Pennsylvania State Police Crime Laboratories Again Earn Accreditation

Pennsylvania State Police Crime Laboratories Again Earn Accreditation

First Lady Requires Photo ID for Her Book Signings; Voter ID Law-hating Media Fail to Note Obama Hypocrisy

First Lady Requires Photo ID for Her Book Signings; Voter ID Law-hating Media Fail to Note Obama Hypocrisy | NewsBusters.org

Romney reaches Hispanics by playing up jobs report

Obama is taking the Hispanic vote for granted, but the unemployment rate among Hispanics rose from 10.3% to 11% in May, according to the latest figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Romney reaches Hispanics by playing up jobs report

Pennsylvania Governor Corbett Announces Confirmations

Pennsylvania Governor Corbett Announces Confirmations

Opinion: Obamacare bad medicine

Obamacare bad medicine (6/6/12)

Opinion: Obama wants old people to die

Obama wants old people to die (6/6/12)

Three Pennsylvania State Parks to Host 'Get Outdoors Day' Events

Three Pennsylvania State Parks to Host 'Get Outdoors Day' Events

PA Announces Voter ID Education Partnership with PA Library Association

Secretary of Commonwealth Announces Voter ID Education Partnership with PA Library Association

Richard Viguerie: Scott Walker is the Conservative Movement's New Leader

Richard Viguerie: Scott Walker is the Conservative Movement's New Leader

Liberals Try To Spin Defeat in Wisconsin

Mitt Romney: Walker Victory 'Will Echo Beyond The Borders Of Wisconsin'

Mitt Romney issued the following statement on Gov. Scott Walker's victory in the Tuesday's Wisconsin recall election:

"I congratulate Scott Walker on his victory in Wisconsin. Governor Walker has demonstrated over the past year what sound fiscal policies can do to turn an economy around, and I believe that in November voters across the country will demonstrate that they want the same in Washington, D.C. Tonight’s results will echo beyond the borders of Wisconsin. Governor Walker has shown that citizens and taxpayers can fight back – and prevail – against the runaway government costs imposed by labor bosses. Tonight voters said ‘no’ to the tired, liberal ideas of yesterday, and 'yes' to fiscal responsibility and a new direction. I look forward to working with Governor Walker to help build a better, brighter future for all Americans."

The Most Disappointed Barrett Supporter In Wisconsin

Walker victory a tipping point in public sector union pension reform

Walker victory a tipping point in public sector union pension reform

Tuesday, June 05, 2012

CBO: Massive rise in U.S. debt crashes our economic forecasting model in 2035

CBO: Massive rise in U.S. debt crashes our economic forecasting model in 2035

New CBO Report Shows Obama Disconnect on Debt Crisis

New CBO Report Shows Disconnect in Today's Political Debate

CBO: Federal debt could double GDP by 2037

CBO: Federal debt could double GDP by 2037

What masses?


CBO predicts massive U.S. debt could cause a permanent recession just a decade from now

CBO predicts massive U.S. debt could cause a permanent recession just a decade from now

Pa. farmers support Property Tax Independence Act

State Rep. Jim Cox - House Finance Committee Holds Hearing, Schedules Vote on Property Tax Independence Act

Research Finds Welfare Providers Getting Rich off Poor

Research Finds Welfare Providers Getting Rich off Poor

Opinion: When does Obama take ownership?

When does Obama take ownership? (6/4/12)

Monday, June 04, 2012

House Finance Committee Schedules Vote on Property Tax Independence Act

The House Finance Committee has scheduled a vote on June 11 on HB 1776 to eliminate school property taxes in Pennsylvania. However, special interest groups are pressing lawmakers. It's time for taxpayers to be heard. Demand support for eliminating property taxes.


State Rep. Jim Cox - House Finance Committee Holds Hearing, Schedules Vote on Property Tax Independence Act

Mitt Romney gives Obama all F's

Stunning Google Trends chart shows growing sense of malaise in America

Stunning Google Trends chart shows growing sense of malaise in America

Did the stimulus create as much growth as Obama predicted? Not even close

Did the stimulus create as much growth as Obama predicted? Not even close

Attorney: Requests for Facebook Password Ignite Risky Legal Woes

Requests for Facebook Password Ignite Risky Legal Woes

Youth unemployment rate under Obama tops 16%

Editorial: Eliminate school property tax

The Citizens-Voice in Luzerne County is the latest Pennsylvania newspaper calling for the elimination of school property taxes in Pennsylvania, joining The Pottstown Mercury, Norristown Times Herald, Lansdale Reporter, West Chester Daily Local News and Delaware County Daily Times. Keep the pressure on Gov. Corbett and the Legislature to pass House Bill 1776.

Eliminate school property tax - Citizens Voice

Obama gave himself 3 years to fix the economy

PA Website Offers New Digital Flood Insurance Rate Maps

Pennsylvania DCED Announces Website Offering New Digital Flood Insurance Rate Maps

Surly unions make Wisconsin the badgering state

Surly unions make Wisconsin the badgering state

Friday, June 01, 2012

Obama Jobless Numbers Look Bad Again, How Long Will We Be Waiting For Hope And Change?

Miserable May jobs report suggests U.S. in recession red zone

Miserable May jobs report suggests U.S. in recession red zone

End of PA school property tax top issue at Sen. Schwank forum

End of school property tax top issue at Schwank forum

Gov. Corbett: Total tax bill key to attracting business

Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett says Pennsylvania is competing with every other state in the nation to attract businesses. Raising taxes on business is a sure way to drive businesses out of the state, he says.

Corbett: Total tax bill key to attracting business

Pew: Local Governments Squeezed by Reduction in State Aid and Property Taxes

Pew: Localities Squeezed by Reduction in State Aid and Property Taxes, Growing Demand for Services

766,000 More Women Unemployed Today Than When Obama Took Office

766,000 More Women Unemployed Today Than When Obama Took Office | CNSNews.com

PA Department of Aging to Hold Public Hearings on State Plan on Aging

PA Department of Aging to Hold Public Hearings on State Plan on Aging

New Romney Ad: 'A Better Day'

Two Pennsylvania State Police Troopers Receive Highest Award

Two Pennsylvania State Police Troopers Receive Highest Award

Report Details Slot Machine Revenue on PA's Horse Racing Industry

PGCB Report Provides Details of Slot Machine Revenue on PA's Horse Racing Industry