This can all be taken with a grain of salt even though my sources are all close to one or more of the players. I have come to the conclusion that Congressman Lewis is going to let rumors fly for as long as he can get away with it, but here goes:
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(La Quinta) – La Quinta Councilman Stan Sniff has died at the age of 85 due to an undisclosed illness. Sniff was a fixture on the city council continuously since 1986, making him the longest-serving council member in city history. He served as Mayor Pro Tem first in 1991 and five times subsequently, most recently in 2006. During his tenure Sniff did not miss a meeting until this past year when his health appeared to be declining. He was not able to attend a special tribute to his life’s work two weeks ago.
Sniff lived in the Coachella Valley since 1928. He was a date farmer in the valley and remained active with farming and land use issues throughout for more than 50 years. According to the biography on the city of La Quinta’s website, “Council Member Sniff has served as the Vice Chair of the La Quinta Redevelopment Agency. He serves on CVAG’s Energy & Environmental Resources Committee and the Coachella Valley Conservation Commission. He has been active in local retail, tourist and farming industries for over fifty years.”
Longtime Congressman Jerry Lewis is on the verge of retiring, according to recurrent reports that have reached the Sentinel from multiple sources.
Neither Lewis nor his official spokesperson, Jim Specht, would confirm or deny those reports, some of which held that an announcement from Lewis on the subject was imminent.
A member of Congress since 1978, Representative Lewis is currently the ranking Republican member on the full House Appropriations Committee and all 11 of its subcommittees.
From January 2005 until January 2007, he was the chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, which is responsible for funding all federal programs. The Appropriations Committee chairmanship is one of the most powerful positions in Congress and for the two years he held that post, Lewis was considered one of the most influential people in the United States. Previously, from 1999-2005, he was chairman of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, the panel with jurisdiction over all national security matters including the entire $416 billion Pentagon budget , which accounts for close to half of all funds appropriated by Congress.
At present, Lewis is the 13th most senior member of the House of Representatives in terms of longevity in office. He is, at 77, the 16th oldest of its 435 members.
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It appears that Victorville Councilwoman Angela Valles has filed with the Federal Elections Commission for the 8th Congressional District. Here is the link: Angela Valles
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(APPLE VALLEY, CA) – Americans for America is an offshoot of the very active High Desert Tea Party. Founder Clint Air formed the group in August because he wanted to create an organization that not only stresses the importance of the Constitution of the United States, but also this country’s Judeo-Christian history and foundation. Each meeting begins with the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer for America and its leaders. Speakers’ presentations include both Biblical principles and references to the Constitution.
The second meeting of Americans for America took place Thursday night at Angels Roadhouse in Apple Valley. Attendance was standing room only and triple that of the first meeting, filling the allotted space and flowing over into other parts of the facility. Guest speakers included Apple Valley First Assembly of God pastor Wayne Boyd, former Senator Dick Mountjoy, and Eighth Congressional District candidate Gregg Imus.
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There really is one: www.BillPostmus.net
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(PALM SPRINGS) – For many of us September 11, 2001 seems like yesterday. It is hard to believe that ten years has a passed since we woke to the news that the World Trade Center and Pentagon were under attack. The Cold War had been over for more than a decade and few Americans still lived with the fear of being attacked by a foreign enemy on our own soil.
Like most Americans, those that we have elected to represent us have not forgotten what that tragic day has done to our country. Here are a few excerpts from statements from Assemblyman Paul Cook and Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack.
Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack was serving her first full term in Congress after having completed the previous term of her late husband, Sonny Bono. In her statement today, she discusses the importance of freedom.
“For me, 9/11 brought Americans together like few other events in our lifetime. I was only a mile or so away when American Airlines Flight 77 hit the Pentagon at 9:37 in the morning. I’ll never forget it,” Bono Mack said.
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(SAN BERNARDINO) – Congressman Jerry Lewis (R-Redlands) endorsed San Manuel Tribal Chairman James Ramos this week in Ramos’ bid for a seat on the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors. Ramos has served as a member of the San Bernardino Community College Board of Trustees since 2005. He is also a member the California Board of Education since his appointment by Governor Jerry Brown in January of this year.
Lewis’ endorsement raised eyebrows among county Republicans. Ramos is a Democrat who is running against a conservative Republican incumbent, Supervisor Neil Derry. Many Tea Party members and Republicans alike have accused Lewis of being a RINO (Republican In Name Only) and an opportunist with this endorsement. Ramos and the San Manuel tribe contribute heavily to political campaigns in the region, including that of Congressman Lewis.
Continue reading on Examiner.com Rep congressman endorses casino boss, dem in county race – Los Angeles Political Buzz | Examiner.com http://www.examiner.com/political-buzz-in-los-angeles/rep-congressman-endorses-casino-boss-dem-county-race#ixzz1VF58VJLD
From Yucca Valley: Mark Nuaimi
SACRAMENTO • The finalized drafts for new Congressional districts leave the High Desert without a representative.
Congressional drafts released last week lump most of the High Desert from the 41st and 25th Congressional districts into a new 8th District, but doesn’t include representatives Buck McKeon (R-25) or Rep. Jerry Lewis (R-41).
A spokesman for Lewis said the congressman had not made any decisions about whether he would move to the 8th District — where most of his current constituents are — because he hopes the drafts aren’t approved.
Lewis isn’t satisfied with the latest draft lines and how they split close communities like San Bernardino and Highland into different districts, said Jim Specht from Lewis’ office.
“He doesn’t feel it does a great job at all in reflecting communities of interest in that area,” Specht said.
Brad Mitzelfelt, San Bernardino County’s 1st district supervisor, said he would run in the 8th District if Lewis didn’t.
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Mark Takano
Riverside, California – Riverside Community College Board Trustee Mark Takano announced his campaign for Congress today. Takano intends to run in a new Riverside County Congressional District, which according to the first draft of maps released by the California Citizens Redistricting Committee on June 10th, includes the cities of Riverside, Moreno Valley, Norco, Eastvale and Jurupa Valley.
“Over 13% of our friends and neighbors are out of work and a staggering number of local residents are struggling to keep their homes,” Takano said. “I will arrive in Washington with a laser focus on creating jobs and expanding local economic development.”
This incident is said to have happened at Kinari in Victorville. It occurred at an official function. The aide and the wife of a prominent local politician were drinking heavily. Before the night was over, a Kinari employee was sexually assaulted. Agreement was made to keep the assault covered up. We have a good idea what deal was made and why but would like confirmation from anyone familiar with the incident.
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Late Sunday evening Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) released the following statement after President Barrack Obama announced that Osama Bin Laden had been killed by American personnel in Pakistan.
“Justice has been delivered to America’s public enemy number one and the face of evil. Tonight’s announcement of the death of Osama Bin Laden means our nation has achieved a critical victory against terrorism
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| Washington, D.C. – In the aftermath of today’s tragic events in Japan, Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) today issued the following statement reminding residents about the importance of being prepared in the event of a major earthquake:
“We are all saddened by the loss of life and destruction caused by the devastating earthquake and sunami which have rocked Japan. Our prayers go out to the victims, their families and every single person impacted by today’s horrific events. “In the aftermath of the 8.9-magnitude earthquake, we are painfully reminded of the importance of doing everything possible to be prepared when disaster strikes, as well as the life-saving potential of promising new technologies that can provide advanced warnings for our region. “The Great California Shakeout and other readiness programs help prepare communities, first responders and organizations in the case of a major earthquake. I’ve seen firsthand how programs such as these increase understanding and awareness of the critically-important precautions and measures needed to deal with catastrophic events. Continue reading |
A watchdog group said Friday it is appealing decisions by Justice Department agencies to deny access to files relating to a four-year investigation of Rep. Jerry Lewis and his use of earmarks.
Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW) said it wanted to know why the Redlands Republican, who also represents Desert Hot Springs, was “not criminally prosecuted despite clear evidence he violated the law.”
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Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack
Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (C-45) today introduced legislation to abolish the National Drug Intelligence Center (NDIC) in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The center is overseen by the Department of Justice but, for the most part, funded by the Department of Defense.
The NDIC was established by Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 1983 and was placed under the control of the United States Attorney General. It was created to “coordinate and consolidate drug intelligence from all national security and law enforcement agencies, and produce information regarding the structure, membership, finances, communications, and activities of drug trafficking organizations.”
According to its website, the NDIC currently employs 120 analysts who are assisted by detailees from the Department of Defense and Bureau of Prisons. The site states that its mission as “NDIC supports the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), a component of the Executive Office of the President, by preparing assessments and providing briefs addressing drug issues of national concern. NDIC also provides analytical support to the ONDCP-designated High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTAs) to assist the HIDTAs in preparing their regional drug threat assessments.”
Editor’s Note: Begging again for you to click and “like.” But on a more serious note, if you read the article, you will see that she is fighting the fight against the FCC as well. She has a petition to sign on her website.
Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack
Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (R-Palm Springs), Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade, yesterday introduced House Resolution 57 opposing regulation of the Internet by the United Nations or any other international governmental organizations.
“It has become increasingly clear that international governmental organizations, such as the United Nations, have aspirations to become the epicenter of Internet governance. And I’m going to do everything I can to make sure this never happens.
Hi, I have some important news to share with you.
This week, we delivered on a promise. The U.S. House of Representatives voted on Wednesday to repeal government-run health care which was signed into law by President Obama in 2010 without any input from Republicans. While it’s uncertain what will happen in the U.S. Senate, it’s time to go back to the drawing board and start over. And we should begin by observing one important golden rule: the doctor-patient relationship is sacred. Decisions about treatment options should be made by patients and their families – not by bureaucrats in Washington. Instead, let’s do something novel: let’s take the best ideas of both Republicans and Democrats and give Americans the kind of common-sense reforms that enjoy wide-spread support here in California and across our nation.
Editor’s Note: Sorry to nag, but until everyone gets into the habit, I’m gonna! Clicking on the link below is what gets me paid. “Like” ing it gets me paid more whether you really like it or not. LOL.
Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (R-Palm Springs) announced the appointment of Ken Johnson as her Senior Advisor for Policy and Communication. In a written statement issued today, Bono Mack said of Johnson, “As a member of the Energy and Commerce Committee since 2001, I have known and respected Ken for nearly a decade. He has a proven track record for getting things done, and he has worked tirelessly on issues that deeply impact people all across America. I am thrilled to have him on our team.”
From 2001-2004 Johnson served as deputy chief of staff and chief spokesman for the House Energy and Commerce Committee. According to the release, he played an important role in Congressional investigations of corporate corruption, including Enron, WorldCom, Health South, Global Crossing and Arthur Anderson.
Palm Springs, CA—Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) released the following statement in response to the attack on Representative Gabrielle Giffords and members of her staff at a public event today in Tucson, AZ.
“My thoughts and prayers are with Congresswoman Giffords, her staff and the rest of the victims of today’s tragedy, as well as their families.
Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack
Washington, DC— This week, as the U.S. House of Representatives convenes for the 112th Congress, one of the first orders of business is to adopt the new rules of the House. Initiatives Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45), the incoming Chairman of the Energy & Commerce Committee Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade, introduced last fall to make the House committee and subcommittee process more transparent and accountable to the people are present in the new rules package for the 112th Congress.
Incoming Chairman Bono Mack introduced H. Res. 1675 last fall, which would require live internet broadcasts of all markups of bills and resolutions in committees and subcommittees and provide the texts of these measures to be made accessible in a timely manner on the official, public committee websites. The Republican Conference adopted the rules package for the new Congress containing Bono Mack’s recommendations and the full House approved the rules Wednesday.
by Tom Fitton
Last Tuesday I sent a letter to Rep. Boehner regarding corruption in general and a specific call to reject Rep. Jerry Lewis’s (R-CA) reported bid to head once again the House Appropriations Committee.
You may recall that Rep. Jerry Lewis has the dubious distinction of appearing on Judicial Watch’s “Washington’s Ten Most Wanted Corrupt Politicians” list for 2008.
Here is the letter in its entirety:
Congressman Jerry Lewis’ $30,000 Portrait
Congressman Jerry Lewis has had a change of heart. Well no, he has not, really. He is hearing that he may not be a shoo-in for the chairman of the House Appropriations Committee like he thought. So it seems to be time for damage control and spin. And spin it is.
According to a story in yesterday’s Press Enterprise:
Ratcheting up his calls for reduced spending — and his bid for a key position in the next Congress — Inland Rep. Jerry Lewis introduced legislation Monday that would return all yet-to-be obligated federal stimulus money to the U.S. Treasury.
So how much stimulus money would this affect? About $12 billion of the $787 billion, a drop in the bucket in comparison to the federal budget. It is not that we don’t appreciate every effort, we simply don’t appreciate opportunistic behavior by our congressman.
Congressman Jerry Lewis
Today the High Desert moved closer to being a big city. All of the San Bernardino County’s dignitaries were here to dedicate the new County Government Center. First District Supervisor Brad Mitzelfelt initiated the naming of the Jerry Lewis High Desert Government Center after minority maker Congressman Jerry Lewis and it was so named.
The center will house a dozen or more departments including the Assessor’s Office, County Clerk and Recorder, Code Enforcement, Environmental Health, and Veterans Affairs. It is located in the center of Hesperia along with the library, police department and City Hall.
Among those seen at the event were Congressman Jerry Lewis, First District Supervisor Brad Mitzelfelt, Second District Supervisor Paul Biane, Third District Supervisor Josie Gonzales, Sheriff Rod Hoops, Auditor-Controller-Recorder-Tax Collector Larry Walker and his new assistant, Matt Brown. We hear Matt was all smiles as he worked the crowd.
Editor’s note: More information on Congressman Jerry Lewis and his misdeeds can be found at www.sbgrapevine.com.
By: Kenneth Y. Tomlinson
OpEd Contributor
November 7, 2010
They are Republicans, but these notorious House appropriators are symbols of the Washington that enabled the GOP last week to score a massive victory at the polls.
Rep. Jerry Lewis, R-Calif, the former Republican chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, earmarked a million dollars to rebuild the swimming pool back home where he once worked as a lifeguard. He got another million for the Jerry Lewis Community Center in his hometown of Highland.
One paragraph in the definitive Citizens Against Government Waste study of earmarks and pork explains why Lewis has been under investigation by the Justice Department for years: The Small Biz Tech Political Action Committee paid $42,000 to Lewis’ stepdaughter.
Voted one of “CREW’s Most Corrupt” in 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009, Congressman Jerry Lewis has made a name for himself with his unabashed affinity for earmarks and federal spending. As we discussed in Part One, Lewis’ out-of-touch policies and practices while chairman of the powerful House Appropriations Committee led the Wall Street Journal to dub him “The Minority Maker” when Republicans lost control of the House of Representatives under his watch.
In a recent Wall Street Journal interview, Lewis defended his continued support of earmarks by stating he felt they are a “direct means of democracy” and hopes to end the current moratorium on the practice. Republicans agreed to the one-year moratorium earmarks this past March. We could possibly accept Lewis’ “democracy” argument if it were not for the frequency with which those earmarks financially benefit friends, family, and campaign contributors directly.
District Attorney Mike Ramos
Are you listening United States Attorney? San Bernardino County is in crisis. Oh yes, we have financial problems like every other jurisdiction but we will get through them in due time. Our crisis is a much more serious threat to our citizenry. It is a crisis of ethics, of safety, and of fear.
Our crisis undermines the feeling of security and well being of law-abiding citizens. It mocks those who gave their blood to protect the Constitution of the United States. It is as evil a crisis as any American community can face.
Our crisis centers around the political aspirations of our district attorney who uses his powers, not just to prosecute criminals, but to persecute political enemies. Justice no longer equates with truth but rather revenge.
California Government Code Section 26500 defines the district attorney as the chief law enforcement officer in the county. It is one of only four positions in any county that is required by the California Constitution to be elected. The others are sheriff, assessor and members of the governing body.
The California District Attorneys Association defines the ethical duties of prosecutors as follows:
I was asked today to post the website for Pat Meagher, an opponent of Congressman Jerry Lewis. It will remain in the blogroll through November 2.
I also received an email from Pamela Zander. She is running as a write-in candidate. She did not provide a website.
Congressman Joe Baca
Friend,
Lack of access to nutritious foods like fresh fruits and vegetables has become a significant public health issue in the United States. Unfortunately, an estimated 23.5 million Americans live in food deserts – communities where there is limited or no access to foods necessary to maintain a healthy diet.
The proliferation of food deserts has played a significant role in the growth of childhood obesity rates, which have more than tripled in the past 30 years. With obesity related health care now costing our nation over $147 billion annually, the growth in childhood obesity has an extremely detrimental impact on America’s future economic outlook.
Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack
Washington, D.C. – In keeping with her commitment to make the government more transparent in its actions and accountable to the people, Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack introduced H. Res. 1675 on Wednesday, September 29. Bono Mack’s legislation would amend the rules of the U.S. House of Representatives to require live internet broadcasts of all markups of bills and resolutions in committees and subcommittees and provide for the texts of these measures to be made accessible in a timely manner on the official, public websites.
“The Minority Maker,” as the Wall Street Journal dubbed him in a 2006 story, has been a controversial figure in San Bernardino County since his election to the House of Representatives in 1978. From the affair with his secretary whom he eventually married after divorcing his wife to an ongoing federal probe, this moderate politician in conservative clothing has done more to run up the national debt than his Democratic counterparts in the adjoining district, George Brown and Joe Baca, combined.
Currently hailing from the Republican old money city of Redlands, Congressman Jerry Lewis has pulled the wool over many an eye with his “conservative” mantra but his voting record on fiscal matters has exposed his true agenda. As a member and former chair of the powerful House Appropriations Committee, Lewis has become known as Capitol Hill’s King of Payoffs.
Congressman Jerry Lewis
The first in a multi-part series discussing the follies of Congressman Jerry Lewis during his 32-year tenure as the 41st District’s representative in the House of Representatives will begin on Friday, September 24, 2010. Part Two will be published the following Wednesday.
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Constitution Weekend Dinner
This Friday is the 223rd Birthday of our great Constitution. Come and join me as we celebrate this great document!!
Where: Rialto Sizzlers
– Corner of Riverside Ave & Baseline (about 1 mile south of the 210 freeway)
When: This Saturday, September 18th — 6:00
Cost: $25
Includes: All you can eat salad bar, drinks, and dessert.
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Candidate Meet & Greet
You are invited to join me (and Candidates for the 62nd Assembly and 32nd Senate) at a candidate Meet & Greet.
Where: Eagle Smog
364 E. Foothill Blvd. Rialto
(East of Riverside Ave, between Acacia & Sycamore, north side of street)
When: Next Monday, September 20th — 6:00 – 7:30 Cost: FREE!! (Can’t beat that price)
Includes: Desserts/drinks
I’m so used to telling people that it is “just East of Riverside Ave” that I put in the wrong street — my mistake.
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Dear Friend,
I am pleased to share with you new provisions of health care reform that will make preventive care more accessible and affordable. These new regulations, authorized by the Affordable Care Act, require new health plans to cover preventive services at no cost to the patient. Americans currently use preventive services at only half of the recommended rate because of their prohibitive costs.
Comprehensive preventive care can save billions of dollars and thousands of lives. According to statistics from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), seven in ten deaths in America result from chronic and often preventable diseases. HHS data also shows that 69 million workers report missed days due to illness each year, which reduces economic output in this country by $260 billion per year. I believe we must do better, and this historic health reform legislation will keep many Americans, especially Inland residents, healthier and save our nation money in the long run.
The “Two Buddies, Partners” Recently Appeared Together
SACRAMENTO — U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer has stayed mum on ethics charges brought against her longtime friend and ally Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters, despite recently touting their closeness. The House Ethics Committee today announced that, having been under investigation since 2009, Waters is headed to a public trial on charges of ethics violations.
The two collegues appeared together a mere two weeks ago at an event in Inglewood, CA where Boxer detailed their close friendship: “When she came to the House, I went over to the Senate and we became buddies, partners. We call each other when there are tough issues. We help each other out.”
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1) Today I joined dozens of American Patriots outside of Joe Baca’s office showing our support for Arizona’s law 1070. The fact that 1 activist judge can overthrow the will of the people shows the need for major judicial reform!! Our Founding Father’s never wanted the Judicial Branch to legislate from the Bench. And for Judge Bolton to even pretend that Arizona’s law is unconstitutional gives evidence as to why the Founders believed that Congress should have the power of impeachment over judges who obviously are trampling on the will of the people.
California Congressman Gary Miller (R-Diamond Bar) has introduced legislation to end birthright citizenship for children born to illegal immigrants. Miller claims that the US government is put in a difficult position when it attempts to deport illegals who have under aged children who are citizens.
Opponents to the measure, such as Congressman Joe Baca (D-Rialto), claim the measure violates the 14th Amendment, which was one of three Reconstruction Amendments passed after the Civil War to outlaw slavery and grant equal rights to all males including slaves and their descendants. Miller disagrees with this contention. Continue reading
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Endorsements, candidates go for them like a kid at a candy store. Voters look for them as indicators that candidates are for or against policy positions. However when organizations are inconsistent with their mission statements it clouds the meaning of an endorsement in an election.
There are two endorsements I would like to call into question in California’s 2010 elections, endorsement of Mary Bono by the Log Cabin Republicans and the endorsement of Chris Lancaster by the California Republican Assembly. Continue reading
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Bono Mack Introduces Tax Relief Bill for Those Left without Work
Washington, D.C. – In an effort to help provide tax relief for Americans facing extreme financial pressure in these tough economic times, Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) today introduced legislation (H.R. 4718) to suspend federal income taxes on those Americans who have been forced to collect unemployment compensation due to the loss of jobs and/or inability to find a new job as a result of the current tough economic climate. Bono Mack issued the following statement:
“This legislation offers tax relief to individuals and families who have been hardest hit by this economic crisis and helps them with additional resources to make ends meet during these tough times,” said Bono Mack. “Over 10% of Americans are currently unemployed and over 14% of local residents in Riverside County. This bill will provide help at a time when individuals and families need it the most.
“Relieving the tax burden is an important part of the pro-growth policies that will help get our economy running again and get more Americans back to work.”
Click here for a PDF of H.R. 4718, the Stop Unfair Taxes Act of 2010.
Bono Mack: Partisan Health Care Overhaul is Wrong Approach
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Emphasizing overwhelming opposition to the partisan health care bill to initiate a government-run overhaul of America’s health care system, Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) today sent a letter to the President and Congressional Democrat leadership calling for a meaningful, bipartisan approach that will make health care more affordable and accessible to the American people.
“Congress should be focused on improving our health care system for every day Americans, not on scoring political points and pursuing a massive overhaul of health care that Americans have clearly rejected,” said Bono Mack. “The Majority has the opportunity to do the right thing and work with all Members of Congress on health care reforms that are in the best interest of the American people, instead of putting the government in charge of medical decisions that should be made by patients and their doctors.
“As the daughter and granddaughter of physicians and Representative for a district that would greatly benefit from real health care reform, I urge the Majority leadership to reconsider this reckless decision to move ahead with such a partisan and fundamentally flawed piece of legislation. This is not the ‘bipartisan’ approach that was promised.
“It is my hope that the Majority changes direction and reaches beyond partisan politics to craft a more balanced and effective bill that improves our health care system at a price we can afford.”
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Washington, DC – Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) today issued the following statement on the one-year anniversary of when the so-called “stimulus” bill was signed into law:
“One year after the Majority’s trillion-dollar ‘stimulus’, it is clear that this bloated spending package has failed to meet the needs of every day Americans,” said Bono Mack. “Fraught with wasteful spending and big government programs, the ‘stimulus’ has left nearly 10 percent of Americans, and over 14 percent in Riverside County, without jobs and facing a record-high national deficit.
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