Pardon My Politics

This week, Congress prepares work on the Farm Bill, Veteran's Benefits, Wage Discrimination, Genetic Information and Non Discrimination, Medicaid, and Housing.

Ron Paul supporters who swarmed the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol for the April 15 Freedom Rally came from near and far.  One dynamic duo from Maryland, Mike Hargadon and Collins Bailey, are both running for Congress on Paul's platform. In fact, four of the eight people seeking House seats representing Maryland are on board with Paul on at least most issues.

Members of the Senate Judiciary Committee have criticized the Department of Homeland Security for pressuring balky states to adopt new federally approved drivers licenses, with one accusing Secretary Michael Chertoff of “bullying” the states into compliance under a threat of blocking citizens’ travel. “We ought to engage in a fairer, more ...

GINA (Genetic Nondiscrimination Measure): This week the Senate may take up a Genetic Nondiscrimination Measure, H.R. 493, that would ban employers from using genetic information in decisions to hire and fire employees and prevent

A magic word has appeared in the political lexicon of this election. Change. At first it was just the usual political rubbish candidates like to use when they want to bash incumbents. But then our politicians noticed something remarkable. The electorate really does want change. The idea of change resonates with the sweet scent of promise. To the disillusioned, change means hope, opportunity, and security. Some how. Some way. Things will be better. But if Americans want change, what exactly does that mean?