Mehserle trial to be moved in BART shooting Oct 18, 2009
Barbara Lee said she would push for a federal case to be brought against the former officer, and state Attorney General Jerry Brown asked why prosecutors were "taking so long to file charges," Jacobson said. He said Oakland City Councilwoman Desley Brooks and county Supervisor Keith Carson had described what they saw on the video as an "execution.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
War in Afghanistan Oct 16, 2009
Barbara Lee, D-Oakland, has introduced legislation prohibiting funding, while Rep. Mike Honda, D-San Jose, wants to reverse the ratio of military to civilian aid. (San Francisco Chronicle)
COLUMN: Gold medal for dithering is no honor Oct 10, 2009
The president cannot also dither in hopes that Representative Barbara Lee (D-CA) can garner enough support to pass HR3699 and cut off all funding for an increase in troop levels. You re the Commander in Chief Mister President. (Malden Observer, MA)
Rebecca J. Wallis Oct 7, 2009
Tuesday, October 06, 2009. formerly of Bridgman, went home to her Lord on Friday, Oct. 2, 2009, at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, Minn. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
House liberals float bill to bar 'surge' of troops for Afghanistan Oct 5, 2009
Barbara Lee (D-Calif. on Thursday would bar funding to increase the troop level in Afghanistan beyond its current level. (TheHill.com)
Obituaries for Thursday, October 1 Edition Oct 2, 2009
She is survived by three daughters, Vickie Smith, Julie (Roger) Bolle, and Barbara Lee; other relatives and many friends. The family was served by Pitman Funeral Home, Warrenton. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Coakley fund-raising off at a sprint Oct 1, 2009
Coakley has assembled a core group of leading fund-raisers, including philanthropist Barbara Lee, who is Coakley s campaign cochairwoman; Shanti Fry, a longtime Democratic activist from Cambridge; and Todd Patkin, a Foxborough auto parts entrepreneur, who was a key fund-raiser for Howard Dean and Hillary Clinton. Coakley has received high marks from voters during her 2 1/2-year tenure as attorney general, but she has scant experience in political races. (Boston Globe)
Powerful women line up for Coakley Sep 30, 2009
Well-known philanthropist Barbara Lee, Coakley s campaign cochairwoman who was active in Clinton s campaign, echoed several supporters in saying, We ve waited a long time for this. Like Hillary, Lee said, people see Martha as a fighter and as someone who doesn t quit. (Boston Globe)
Black President, Black Caucus, More Powerful Than Ever? Sep 26, 2009
At the CBCs first official session with the president last winter, Chairwoman Barbara Lee called the open meeting on the stimulus package, job creation and the Democratic legislative agenda a historic moment for the Congressional Black Caucus. . (Slate)
The One Thing Sep 25, 2009
REP. BARBARA LEE, D-CALIF.: Former President Castro was very engaging, very energetic. CONGRESSWOMAN LAURA RICHARDSON, D-CALIF.: With Fidel, he listened, he said the exact same words that President Obama has said. (Fox News)
COLD CASE: Questions remain about man and teen, missing 19 years Sep 21, 2009
At the time the pair disappeared, they were in a bar next door to the former Franco s Florists, said Barbara Lee Pfendler Ruiz of Rome, whose sister owned the flower shop and a wooded lot located behind DJ s.. Her sister declined to comment for the story, but Pfendler Ruiz said the bar was a rough place. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Amy Goodman: U.S. must not become the evil it deplores Sep 19, 2009
More remarkable, though, was the one lone vote in opposition, cast by Barbara Lee of San Francisco ... Barbara Lee presciently compared the invasion of Afghanistan to Vietnam in her speech back in 2001, and closed by quoting the Rev. Nathan Baxter, dean of the National Cathedral: As we act, let us not become the evil that we deplore. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
AP: GOP's Wilson Faces Rebuke Tuesday From House Dems Sep 17, 2009
Barbara Lee, D-Calif. current head of the Congressional Black Caucus, said the matter of race was a larger issue. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Wilson admonished for outburst Sep 16, 2009
Barbara Lee, D-Calif. current head of the Congressional Black Caucus, said that today is about the civility and decorum of the House. (AZCentral)
House Dems to Introduce Resolution to Condemn Wilson Sep 16, 2009
In a move dripping hypocrisy, Democrats in the House are poised to introduce a floor resolution today to condemn Rep. Joe Wilson (R-S.C.) for his outburst during the President s health care speech to a joint session of Congress last week. (Human Events Online)
Legislators seek repeal of federal marriage law Sep 16, 2009
Barbara Lee, introduced a bill Tuesday to repeal the central federal law governing same-sex couples ... Barbara Lee, introduced a bill Tuesday to repeal the central federal law governing same-sex. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Wilson Stands by Refusal to Apologize Sep 16, 2009
" A leading member of the Congressional Black Caucus, Clyburn perceived it as a snub that Wilson held a town hall meeting on health care this summer at a school in Clyburn's district _ where Clyburn's children attended _ without telling Clyburn. There also have been suggestions that recent harsh criticism of Obama has been at least partly motivated by race. Rep. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., current head of the Congressional Black Caucus, said that "today is about the civility and decorum of the House.... (Newsmax)
Senate race takes more turns Sep 15, 2009
Coakley tapped Murray to be her honorary finance chairwoman, while at the same time signing up noted philanthropist Barbara Lee, president of the Barbara Lee Family Foundation, and Ralph Martin II, former Suffolk district attorney, to serve as her campaign cochairs. And Lynch, a South Boston resident, has scheduled meetings and appearances in Springfield and Worcester tomorrow, in a day that will culminate at 5 p.m. with his formal announcement address at Faneuil Hall in Boston. (Boston Globe)
For Mass. Senate seat, I’ll vote on merit, not gender Sep 13, 2009
Cambridge philanthropist Barbara Lee has thrown her valuable support behind her. A lot of the women who gave Hillary Clinton a resounding victory in last year s Democratic state primary are embracing Coakley s cause (The attorney general cast her vote for Clinton at the national convention even after Obama clinched the nomination). (Boston Globe)
Obama's health care speech doesn't end fight Sep 11, 2009
Barbara Lee and Petaluma Rep. Lynn Woolsey, who have vowed to vote against any bill that omits a public option. (San Francisco Chronicle)
WHIP COUNT: DEMS LACK THE VOTES... Sep 10, 2009
Chaka Fattah (D-PA): "There is no option when it comes to reforming America's ailing healthcare system. We must do it. And there is no option for inclusion of a public plan. We must have it. Real reform requires real choice. A public option provides consumers a critical alternative to private plan. (Rep. Chaka Fattah, Healthcare: Public Option Mirrors Other Government Insurance Plans, Press Release, 8/21/09) Rep. Phil Hare (D-IL): .in recent days there have been some reports that the... (The Drudge Report)
Government plan is crux of health care debate Sep 10, 2009
Barbara Lee, D-Oakland, have promised in writing not to vote for a bill that lacks a "robust" public option. At the same time, it has been clear for weeks that a public option cannot pass the Senate. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Dems pin health reform hopes on Obama's speech Sep 9, 2009
Barbara Lee, an Oakland Democrat, one of 60-plus House liberals who vow to vote against any plan without a public option. Lee said she hopes Obama will clearly state his support. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Democratic Factions Reaffirm Reform Priorities to Obama Sep 4, 2009
Similarly, Congressional Black Caucus Chairwoman Barbara Lee (D-Calif. called on Obama to throw his support behind a public option when he addresses a joint session of Congress on Wednesday. (Roll Call)
Ruby Jean Riley (1) Aug 31, 2009
a god-daughter, Adrienne Bevins Henry of Huntsville; three very good friends, Dolly Watson, Gwendolyn Middleton and Ruby DeLawrence; five sisters-in-law, Annie M. Williams, Clara White, Barbara Lee (David), Minnie Riley and Sandra Riley; one brother-in-law, Charles Riley and a host of other friends and relatives. Funeral services were held August 11, at 11 a.m. at First St. Siloam Baptist Church with the Rev. Willie J. Blue officiating. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Click to read:Kennedy Hailed as 'Greatest Legislator' Aug 30, 2009
my faithful servant". Your life was an inspiration to many. We thank you. by woeisme1 August 29, 2009 2:05 PM EDT So there you have it anti-Kennedy people from the right. Republicans and other people of all walks of life, in every station, praising Democrat Kennedy. One would think that would tell you something about the insidious remarks you have been posting about Kennedy, would'nt it? Like maybe it's okay to acknowledge Kennedy's greatness even if you're a republican? Like maybe you guys, are... (CBS News)
Staffers, Lawmakers Say Goodbye to Kennedy Aug 30, 2009
Barbara Lee (D-Texas), John Dingell (D-Mich. and John Conyers (D-Mich. (Roll Call)
Scene around the Vineyard Aug 29, 2009
Guests included Carol Fulp, Barbara Lee, Ron Homer, Wayne Budd, Lani Guinier, Charles Ogletree, Charles Stith and Dr. Deborah Prothrow-Stith. Originally scheduled for last night, the event was moved up because the governor and others were returning to Boston for the funeral today of Ted Kennedy. (Boston Globe)
SIRIUS XM Radio Pays Tribute to Senator Edward M. Kennedy Aug 27, 2009
This morning on his daily show on SIRIUS XM's The Power channel, host Joe Madison reflected on the passing of Senator Edward M. Kennedy with his listeners across America and with special guests including Congressman James Clyburn, D-SC, Majority Whip; Boston, Congresswoman Barbara Lee, D-CA Chair, Congressional Black Caucus Dick Gregory, activist & comedian; Rev. Walter F. Fauntroy, former US Congressman, D-DC; Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks, former Exec. Director NAACP; Cong. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Healthcare Plan Tests Pelosi's Leadership Aug 25, 2009
Barbara Lee, D-Calif. who chairs the Congressional Black Caucus, said Pelosi was a pragmatic leader in the tough give-and-take before she left Washington for the August recess even when dealing with widely divergent views within her own caucus. (Newsmax)
Full Story » Aug 24, 2009
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Health care plan tests Pelosi's leadership Aug 24, 2009
Barbara Lee, D-Calif. who chairs the Congressional Black Caucus, said that in the tough give-and-take before she left Washington for the August recess, Pelosi was a pragmatic leader, even when dealing with widely divergent views within her own caucus. (Anchorage Daily News)
Who’s a Racist? Aug 21, 2009
Barbara Lee (D-Calif. was quick to jump on the racial bandwagon by saying Obama was right on target with his criticism of Crowley, adding that Gate s arrest proved that inequalities and;racism;continue to exist. (Human Events Online)
Obamacare on Life Support Aug 19, 2009
Barbara Lee (D-Calif. chair of the Congressional Black Caucus also fired a warning shot amid her own attacks on private insurers. (Human Events Online)
Liberals complain, GOP ignores Obama health care concession Aug 19, 2009
Barbara Lee, D-Calif. who chairs the Congressional Black Caucus, issued a statement that called the weekend administration statements deeply troubling. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
BART strike averted, tentative deal reached Aug 18, 2009
Barbara Lee, D-Oakland, and state legislators from the East Bay spent the afternoon conferring behind the scenes with state and Bay Area labor leaders, before heading toward the negotiating site at a downtown Oakland office building. Cool down the rhetoric. (San Francisco Chronicle)
'Nightmare' BART strike averted by tentative pact Aug 17, 2009
Barbara Lee, D-Oakland, and other elected officials when they delivered the good news for commuters shortly before 7 p.m. outside the site at 22nd Street and Broadway in downtown Oakland where negotiations have been going on since April 1. "The big winners here are the people who live around the Bay Area," Newsom said. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Health care: the single-payer option Aug 16, 2009
Sunday, August 16, 2009. Health care reform was an idea whose time had come. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Amy Goodman: Obama's military spies on U.S. peace groups Aug 6, 2009
Barbara Lee, D-Calif. Rush Holt, D-N.J., and others are pushing for a new, comprehensive investigation of all U.S. intelligence activities, of the scale of the Church Committee hearings, which exposed widespread spying on and disruption of legal domestic groups, attempts at assassination of foreign heads of state, and more. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Pelosi to fight for health care bill during recess Aug 3, 2009
Oakland Democrat Barbara Lee, the Congressional Black Caucus chair who joined the liberal revolt, had nothing but praise for the Speaker. "She's a very astute politician, she's a fine negotiator," Lee said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Democrats Show Strain of Heated Battles... Aug 3, 2009
Barbara Lee, center, and Sheila Jackson-Lee, is wary of White House outreach to conservatives. Since Mr. Obama's inauguration, Congress has enacted a stream of significant legislation. (The Drudge Report)
Obituaries for Thursday, July 30, 2009 (1117) Aug 1, 2009
Contact us: 1-808-245-3681. Latest Updated: Thursday, July 30, 2009. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Some Dems Feel Betrayed by Health Deal Jul 31, 2009
"In recent days, some within the Democratic Caucus have raised spurious claims that te cost of reforming health care in America is something our nation cannot afford," CBC Chairwoman Barbara Lee wrote in her letter to Pelosi and Obama - a swipe that sources said was directed at the Blue Dogs. "I think there's a lot of resentment at the role [Blue Dogs] have played - that's where a lot of this anger is coming from," one CBC member said on condition of anonymity. (CBS News -- Politics)
Works by Rodney McMillian at the ICA Jul 31, 2009
Rather they are extended loans and, in a small number of cases, promised gifts, from a tight circle of ICA benefactors such as Barbara Lee, Marlene and David Persky, Beth and Anthony Terrana, and Sandra and Gerald S. Fineberg. These collectors, it would seem, are in possession of some very fine art, and their willingness to lend and promise works is to be commended. (Boston Globe)
Obama backs off from race row Jul 26, 2009
Democratic Representative Barbara Lee of California, the head 00004000 of the Congressional Black Caucus, called Obama's remarks "right on target.". The arrest is "an example of the unfinished business of America and inequalities and the racism that continues to exist," Lee said yesterday at a news conference. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Obama's seat race could cost Senate some diversity Jul 23, 2009
Barbara Lee, a Democrat from California who heads the Congressional Black Caucus, in an e-mail statement. "It is up to the people of Illinois to decide who represents them.". (Anchorage Daily News)
Letters: Flyers add to unwanted trash Jul 20, 2009
Barbara Lee for her recent vote in support of the bill. Now it is time for Sens. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Senate Slavery Apology Jul 11, 2009
Congressional Black Caucus Chairwoman Barbara Lee, D-Calif. said her organization is studying the language of the resolution and Rep. (Human Events Online)
Pelosi halts vote on House saluting Jackson Jul 10, 2009
Barbara Lee, D-Calif. chairwoman of the Congressional Black Caucus, declined comment yesterday on Ms. Pelosi's decision. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Crafters sell myriad items at celebration Jul 4, 2009
Barbara Lee, of Honeyoye Falls, designs greeting cards with stamps, material and her own photos. She first started selling them at senior living centers to help residents shop. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
GED programs help change people's lives Jul 2, 2009
Posted: Wednesday, July 1, 2009 11:45 pm. One of the best ways to ensure that people in the lower economic bracket will not get jobs is to cut funding to GED programs. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Jackson's death jolts U.S. political community Jun 27, 2009
" Democratic Representative Barbara Lee, the chairwoman of the Congressional Black Caucus, said in a statement that Jackson "was an icon who inspired generations around the world through song and dance. " "His contributions to American music are innumerable and the genius of his talent will endure for years to come. (Xinhuanet, China)
Liberals Draw Hard Line on Health Reform Jun 25, 2009
Barbara Lee at the lectern, are threatening to block any health care bill that doesn t include a government-run, public option. The liberals, who dominate the House Democratic Caucus, argued that the insurance companies have been a large part of the problem of inadequate and costly health care and must have a public competitor to keep them honest. (Roll Call)
House Ethics Panel to Investigate Caribbean Trips Jun 25, 2009
CBC Chairwoman Barbara Lee (D-Calif. declined to answer questions on the trip or the OCE or ethics panel investigations. (Roll Call)
Disclaimer with slavery apology draws anger Jun 19, 2009
Barbara Lee, D-Calif. is chair of the Black Caucus. (AZCentral -- News)
Recommended summer reads Jun 16, 2009
Recommended summer reads. Article:Recommended summer reads:/c/a/2009/06/12/RVBJ181D0E.DTL Article:Recommended summer reads:/c/a/2009/06/12/RVBJ181D0E.DTL. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Lobbying amps up as House votes on war funds Jun 16, 2009
Likely/definite no: Lynn Woolsey, Petaluma; Barbara Lee, Oakland; Pete Stark, Fremont; Jackie Speier, San Mateo. Not returning calls: Anna Eshoo, Palo Alto; Zoe Lofgren, San Jose. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Pelosi, Clyburn, Barbara Lee, Marc Morial Remarks Before Black Leadership Forum Meeting Jun 4, 2009
WASHINGTON, June 3 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Speaker Nancy Pelosi, House Majority Whip James Clyburn, Congresswoman Barbara Lee, and Marc Morial, Chairman of the Black Leadership Forum, held a brief press availability at the top of the Speaker's meeting with the Black Leadership Forum in the Capitol this afternoon ... First of all, we want to thank you for seeing us today, for giving us an opportunity to have great dialogue and we especially want to thank you for the leadership of James Clyburn... (PR Newswire)
- From the Right: Chance to talk it out on race (1) Jun 4, 2009
Barbara Lee (D-Calif. chairwoman of the Congressional Black Caucus, said the address set forth a road map on how to look at race within the context of public policy. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Church columnists: June 1, 2009 Jun 2, 2009
Barbara Lee Jones was injured on Memorial Day, when she was run over by a car ... Barbara Lee joined our church just last Sunday. (Catoosa County News, GA)
YWCA Boston honors Brookline resident May 31, 2009
Barbara Lee, principal of the Barbara Lee Family Foundation, an organization that promotes the participation of women in politics and contemporary art, will serve as the keynote speaker. Wiley is principal of The Wiley Group, a firm specializing in strategy, talent management and leadership development. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Demographic shift shows in Sotomayor pick May 28, 2009
Barbara Lee, D-Oakland, who called her "a true American success story" who will bring "a common sense of understanding of how the law practically works in the lives of all Americans.". But for millions of Latinos, the pick resonates on a deeply personal level, said Maria Ontiveros, a University of San Francisco School of Law professor who has specialized in immigrant law and followed Sotomayor's career for years. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Church columnists: May 27, 2009 May 28, 2009
Welcome to our newest member Barbara Lee Johnson. Barbara has been attending for quite some time. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Coakley keeps eyeon options for moving up May 28, 2009
A Clinton backer, Coakley moved into the Obama camp seamlessly as the battle wound down, according to Barbara Lee, another Clinton supporter and Coakley admirer. "When I began to attend the Obama steering committee meetings, Martha was already on board, was vocal and very active in the meetings trying to solidify that support," said Lee, a philanthropic activist and major political fundraiser for women. (Boston Globe)
Wright State graduating nearly 100 doctors May 23, 2009
Barbara Lee Bass from The Methodist Hospital in Houston will deliver the commencement speech. Wright State's medical school has 412 students. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
