Top 10 Things You Don't Know About HubbleHubble Space Telescope's Hollywood cameos, flops, factoids and more. May 16, 2009
"[There were] NASA scientists that stood up and said, "It's a total loss," Launius said of Hubble's early days. Members of Congress, including Sen. Barbara Mikulski, D-Md., who was, and still is, a big NASA supporter, were livid that this had taken place. "This was such a failure, to the tune of $3 billion," he said. Thankfully, the telescope's first in December 1993 was a success. After spending 11 months training for what is considered to be one of the most complex missions, astronauts... (ABC News)
Senators block Hayes' nomination May 16, 2009
Three Democratic senators who would have voted for Hayes weren't present: Edward Kennedy of Massachusetts, who's ill, John Kerry of Massachusetts and Barbara Mikulski of Maryland. Kerry was at a funeral in Massachusetts; a spokeswoman for Mikulski said she was absent to "work on health care issues.". (Juneau Empire)
Murkowski leads GOP in delaying Interior appointment May 14, 2009
and Barbara Mikulski, D-Md. Kerry was at a funeral in Massachusetts; a spokeswoman for Mikulski said she was absent to "work on health care issues.". (Anchorage Daily News)
GOP blocks Obama pick for Interior deputy May 14, 2009
Barbara Mikulski of Maryland as well as John Kerry and Edward M. Kennedy of Massachusetts, did not vote. Their presence would have left Hayes with 60 votes, the total needed to overcome GOP objections. (MSNBC -- Politics)
New general, new approach in Afghanistan May 12, 2009
Barbara Mikulski (D-MD), held public hearings and carried on a fight with much public support (including thousands of letters from school children across the country) to get the Bush Administration and NASA to reconsider the decision to drop plans for a Hubble rescue mission ... Barbara Mikulski may have been the catalyst, The NASA adiminstrator that approved the mission was all Bush. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Gitmo Quagmire May 10, 2009
Barbara Mikulski, D-Md. one of Guantanamo's harshest critics. (Townhall.com)
Colonel's Corner May 9, 2009
That got the attention of Maryland's Senator Barbara Mikulski, one of Guantanamo's harshest critics. She admonished Holder that she "would be very concerned" if she and other lawmakers were not consulted before detainees were brought to the U.S.. (Fox News)
DRIP, DRIP, DRIP May 8, 2009
"Well lets take a long look at that Briefing list of Dems that were briefed and to this day keep lying about it: Nancy Pelosi Bob Graham John Rockefeller Jane Harman Harry Reid *Full Committee John Murtha Evan Bayh Russ Feingold Diane Feinstein Carl Levin Barbara Mikulski And this is just the list being briefed prior to 11/16/06 **** They have known for a very long time well before the election.". Nitepost. (The Drudge Report)
Holder: We Won't Free Gitmo Inmates In US May 8, 2009
"Let me tell you what I worry about, first of all the safety of our community," Senator Barbara Mikulski, D-Md. said. (CBS News)
Holder says terrorists won't be freed into U.S. May 8, 2009
Barbara Mikulski, also voiced misgivings, saying local and state elected officials should be told if they are going to receive detainees. Mikulski said she and other lawmakers "would be very concerned" about not being consulted on what the plans are for detainees brought to the U.S.. (MSNBC -- Politics)
The Endlessness of Jack Kemp May 7, 2009
"Talking once about how he planned to seek better relations with Sen. Barbara Mikulski," DeParle wrote, "Kemp leaned back and stuck a finger down his throat, as if gagging on the very thought. 'I mean, my body language is worse than anybody else's, you know,' Kemp said. 'I can't hide my feelings.'". An inability to hide one's feelings is often a hindrance in politics, and so it was for Jack Kemp. (Human Events Online)
Political Grapevine May 1, 2009
The Hill newspaper reports that Maryland's Barbara Mikulski says, "I won't be happy if I don't get to chair something because of Arlen Specter.". A senior Democratic lawmaker -- who spoke on condition of anonymity -- says the Democratic conference will vote against giving Specter seniority over others, saying that Reid's agreement is "his deal and not the Caucus's.". (Fox News)
To get ahead, developer may scale back biopark project Apr 28, 2009
Barbara Mikulski and retired U.S. Sen. Paul Sarbanes, both Democrats. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
GOP to CIA: Release interrogation brief records Apr 28, 2009
Barbara Mikulski, D-Md. said Monday that Senate Intelligence Committee members raised concerns about the harsh interrogation methods when they were briefed. (AZCentral -- News)
Legislators Reverse Course On Car Tax Apr 13, 2009
Barbara Mikulski who battled for it in Washington. The panel was faced with several decisions relating to tax breaks after the federal economic recovery act triggered provisions in Maryland tax law. (W-USA News, DC)
Obama's 2nd Circuit Pick Says He Didn't Ask for Nomination Apr 11, 2009
Barbara Mikulski, D-Md. told Davis that she intended to recommend him to the White House, he writes, and the Office of White House Counsel contacted him around Jan. 30. (Law.com)
Push for digital health records sparks debate Apr 7, 2009
Barbara Mikulski, D-Md. referring to the government's failed efforts to respond to the 2005 hurricane. (USA Today -- Tech)
AmeriCorps merits our legislators' backing Mar 29, 2009
Barbara Mikulski, D-Md. declared last week that the proposed AmeriCorps expansion will pay dividends long beyond anything that we can imagine. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Air service to BWI is back Mar 26, 2009
Ben Cardin (D) and Barbara Mikulski (D) (see: http://cardin. senate. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Senate to vote on tripling size of AmeriCorps Mar 24, 2009
Barbara Mikulski, a Maryland Democrat, said the proposal is an investment that "will pay dividends long beyond anything that we can imagine.". House passed similar billThe House last week passed a similar bill to add 175,000 participants to AmeriCorps and other national service programs. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Senate Looks Into Expanding AmeriCorps Mar 24, 2009
Barbara Mikulski, a Maryland Democrat, said the proposal is an investment that "will pay dividends long beyond anything that we can imagine.". The House last week passed a similar bill to add 175,000 participants to AmeriCorps and other national service programs. (Newsmax)
Boobs at Work: Surfing Porn on the Public's Time Mar 21, 2009
Grassley then joined with Senators Barbara Mikulski of Maryland and Richard Shelby of Alabama to share their indignation at the waste of the taxpayers' money. (Again, the porn addict was already gone, despite the fact that a federally funded worker who loses only $58,000 in this economy should probably be nominated for employee of the month. (Scientific American)
A New Era of Service Mar 19, 2009
Members of Congress from across the political spectrum from Senators Orrin Hatch and Mike Enzi and Representative Howard (Buck) McKeon to Senators Ted Kennedy and Barbara Mikulski and Representative George Miller have pledged their support for this legislation. I urge Congress to follow their lead and move quickly to pass it so that I can sign it into law. (Time.com)
LSC Receives $40 Million Increase for FY 2009 Mar 12, 2009
"We greatly appreciate the hard work of the Senate, and thank Senator Daniel Inouye of Hawaii, Senator Thad Cochran of Mississippi, Senator Barbara Mikulski of Maryland, Senator Tom Harkin of Iowa, Senator Richard Shelby of Alabama, members of Congress and their staffs, for making this funding increase possible," Helaine Barnett said. The fiscal 2009 appropriation includes funding for technology grants that expand access to legal information, for a loan repayment program that helps new lawyers... (PR Newswire)
National service bill draws strong bipartisan support Mar 11, 2009
Senator Barbara Mikulski, a Maryland Democrat who presided at yesterday's hearing, said she would push to get the bill approved before the Easter-Passover break, which begins April 6. SUSAN MILLIGAN. (Boston Globe)
House Bill May Reimburse Maryland and Virginia For Inauguration Feb 26, 2009
Barbara Mikulski, Congressman Steny Hoyer and Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley made the announcement Monday. The money is in a portion of the 2009 Omnibus Appropriations Act, which will soon be considered by the House of Representatives. (W-USA News, DC)
What's in the most powerful pockets? Feb 24, 2009
Barbara Mikulski (D-Md. said, I carry lipstick. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Homeland agency aided Md. police tracking activists Feb 18, 2009
Senators Barbara Mikulski, Democrat of Maryland, and Russ Feingold, Democrat of Wisconsin, have asked the DHS to "reexamine" its files to determine how the e-mails were obtained and whether they were sent to Maryland authorities for a "legitimate law-enforcement purpose.". ASSOCIATED PRESS. (Boston Globe)
Gail Collins: How to stock a cabinet Feb 16, 2009
Its ratings have been second only to "Survivor: Department of Health, Education and Human Services." The nation gave its heart to the spunky Barbara Mikulski and wept when John Edwards beat her in a fire-starting contest to win the final challenge. The only slightly less popular "So You Think You Can Run the Labor Department" riveted the nation when, in a shocking surprise ending, Dennis Kucinich beat out the fan favorite, Chris Matthews, with a crowd-pleasing performance in which Dennis and... (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
Test driving a Subaru Feb 15, 2009
Barbara Mikulski confirmed today. LATEST DFW GAS/DIESEL PRICES. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Air of uncertainty as Kennedy fights for healthcare overhaul Feb 15, 2009
"He knows everything I'm doing in my hearings, and he gives guidance," said Senator Barbara Mikulski of Maryland, who chairs the subcommittee on insurance, who said Kennedy speaks with her weekly to discuss her progress. Kennedy's healthcare policy aides have been working with aides to Baucus, who produced a significant white paper on healthcare late last year, to produce a plan. (Boston Globe)
Senators call for Tubman park hearing Feb 12, 2009
Benjamin Cardin and Barbara Mikulski, said Harriet Tubman was a true American patriot who earned the nation's respect and honor. She was someone for whom liberty and freedom were not just concepts. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Senator Mikulski Supports Stimulus Bill Lacking Safeguards to Prevent Hiring of Illegal Aliens in Maryland Feb 10, 2009
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Maryland's Senator Barbara Mikulski, a member of the powerful Appropriations Committee, is on record supporting the economic stimulus bill, estimated to cost U.S. taxpayers some $1. 2 trillion. (PR Newswire)
Senate approves tax relief Feb 9, 2009
The measure, introduced by Senator Barbara Mikulski (D-MD), was passed by a vote of 71-26. It was also cosponsored by Senators Sam Brownback (R-KS), Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Kay Bailey Hutchison (R- TX), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Robert F. Bennett (R-UT) and Evan Bayh (D-IN). (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Another gift for the auto industry Feb 7, 2009
Within the $900 billion economic stimulus bill, Democrat Barbara Mikulski of Maryland sponsored an amendment to give tax breaks to new-car buyers, for the first $49,500 of the car's price tag. According to Mikulski, individuals earning up to $125,000 and couples earning up to $250,000 could qualify, with a couple supposedly saving $1,533 on a $25,000 vehicle. (Boston Globe)
Local superdelegates lean toward ObamaBut Mikulski standing firm behind Clinton Mar 27, 2008
Barbara Mikulski, a co-chairwoman of Sen ... Barbara Mikulski, who lives in Tuscany-Canterbury, is sticking with Clinton. (Baltimore Messenger, MD)
MIKE ERVIN: Nursing home residents will be hurt by funding cuts Mar 21, 2008
Barbara Mikulski, D-Md. Norm Coleman, R-Minn. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
DUNDALK CENTER PLANS UNVEILED Mar 15, 2008
Barbara Mikulski, announced official renovations to the Dundalk Center. It took communication between Baltimore County and the federal government to see the project to fruition, according to Smith. (Dundalk Eagle, MD)
LNG SECURITY FOUND LACKING Mar 7, 2008
Barbara Mikulski hailed the letter as a big victory for us all working together to oppose the LNG project. Mikulski, who sits on the Senate Intelligence Committee, said she had pushed for an independent review by the Coast Guard and calls the latest assessment the second strike against the proposed project, after a previous request by the Coast Guard for more information. (Dundalk Eagle, MD)
No more sweet corn? Feb 24, 2008
Barbara Mikulski, D-Md. has made repeated efforts to revive the program with a five-year extension to help Maryland s and Virginia s seafood and cannery industries. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Mikulski to Hold Foreclosure Roundtables Feb 21, 2008
Calling foreclosure rates a crisis, Senator Barbara Mikulski is headed to churches in Prince George's County and Baltimore County Thursday for roundtable discussions about the housing industry. The Democrat says she wants to "gather insight" on the problem and get ideas about what Congress can do to help. (ABC 7 News, DC)
98 comments Feb 18, 2008
" voters said Yes by a margin of 52-45%. If the war was managed badly, McCain certainly can contend that the policy he championed made things better while the policy of immediate retreat which Obama still favors would spell defeat and chaos for American and its allies.Aside from Iraq, McCain can argue convincingly to conservatives and moderates that Obama is the captive of the liberal civil rights lobby and does not even represent th 00004000 e middle of the Democratic Party. His recent vote on... (Human Events Online)
80s revisions by Democrats in nominee process may fall short Feb 17, 2008
Chaired by City Councilor Barbara Mikulski of Baltimore, the commission scaled back some of the affirmative action provisions in McGovern's rules and explicitly prohibited winner-take-all primaries. Another commission in 1978 considered, but rejected, a proposal to give seats to elected party officials. (Boston Globe)
Five Ways for McCain to Beat Obama Feb 15, 2008
On Tuesday night the magnitude of the Barack Obama wave became clear. The MSM pundits eyes lit up and they seized the moment to -- guess what -- predict doom for John McCain and the Republicans in the general election. (Human Events Online)
Parkville JROTC on the marchHigh school program biggest in the county Feb 15, 2008
Barbara Mikulski and from the program itself. He has been accepted into a Naval Academy preparatory school for the fall. (Maryland Northeast Reporter, MD)
Presidential campaign comes to Charlestown Feb 15, 2008
Barbara Mikulski, Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown, former Lt Gov. Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, Del. James Malone and County Councilman Samuel Moxley. (Arbutus Times, MD)
War On Terror: Protecting Heroes Feb 14, 2008
Still, Democratic senators as liberal as Barbara Mikulski of Maryland and Jay Rockefeller of West Virginia voted against their party colleagues. (As Senate Intelligence Committee chairman, Rockefeller knows more than most about the effectiveness of NSA surveillance; Mikulski is an intelligence panel member too. (Investors Business Daily)
Hopefuls prep for 'Potomac primary' Feb 12, 2008
Barbara Mikulski probably is "not enough to compensate for the huge lead Obama will have" among the state's liberal white voters and African-Americans, nearly a third of the population. Huckabee is a former minister with appeal to Virginia's religious conservatives. (USA Today)
McCain and Obama looking strong for 'Potomac primary' Feb 12, 2008
McCain and Obama looking strong for 'Potomac primary. Posted on Monday, February 11, 2008. (Anchorage Daily News)
Homeland Security: Devil May CAIR Feb 9, 2008
Barbara Mikulski, who saluted CAIR's "important work," and Sen. Paul Sarbanes, who applauded "CAIR's mission," know better. (Investors Business Daily)
Chesapeake Primary Draws Candidates' Attention Feb 8, 2008
A rally for Senator Hillary Clinton is planned Friday outside the Maryland State House - and Governor Martin O'Malley and Senator Barbara Mikulski are scheduled to headline it. The Democratic presidential candidate is campaigning in the Pacific Northwest and isn't planning to attend the rally. (ABC 7 News, DC)
MicroHoo Goes To Washington Feb 8, 2008
Barbara Mikulski, D-Md. who chairs the Senate appropriations group that oversees funding for the Federal Trade Commission--one of the agencies that gives the thumbs up or down to corporate mergers. (Forbes -- Business)
Georgia Republicans: We've got a lot of work to do • McCain seeks unity; Dems look ahead Feb 7, 2008
Barbara Mikulski; Obama is backed by Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine, and is expected to do well in largely black D.C. Republicans will award 116 delegates in the trio of races dubbed the Potomac Primary. Romney enjoyed his first night at home in a month and then drove himself, his wife, Ann, and his son Craig to his office overlooking Boston Harbor for a strategy session with aides. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
McCain savors coast to coast wins Feb 7, 2008
Barbara Mikulski; Obama is backed by Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine, and is expected to do well in largely black D.C. Republicans will award 116 delegates in the trio of races dubbed the Potomac Primary. Romney enjoyed his first night at home in a month and then drove himself, his wife, Ann, and his son Craig to his office overlooking Boston Harbor for a strategy sess 00004000 ion with aides. (MSNBC -- Politics)
New Charges of Gitmo Torture Feb 7, 2008
Barbara Mikulski of Maryland, who sits on the Intelligence Committee. After years of isolation in prison, Khan was recently allowed to mix with at least one other prisoner at Guantanamo, Abu Zubaydah, a top alleged terrorist who, Hayden has said, was one of those prisoners to be waterboarded. (Time.com)
A less hectic schedule ahead for candidates Feb 6, 2008
Michael Cryor, the chairman of the Maryland Democratic Party, is neutral in the race, but he noted that Clinton has the endorsements of many party leaders, including Governor Martin O'Malley and Senator Barbara Mikulski. Obama, however, could run strongly in Baltimore, the Washington suburbs and many rural areas. (International Herald Tribune)
Visa squeeze pinches businesses Feb 5, 2008
Barbara Mikulski, a Maryland Democrat, and other lawmakers have tried to renew the exemption, but the Congressional Hispanic Caucus opposed it. Democrat Joe Baca, chairman of the caucus, says the caucus doesn't object to H-2B visas but believes they should be part of overall immigration changes. (USA Today)
Temporary visas wanted Feb 3, 2008
"During a Senate floor debate nearly three years ago on the fiscal year 2005 Emergency Supplemental Appropriations bill, the Senate overwhelmingly approved an amendment from Gregg and Sen. Barbara Mikulski, D-Md., exempting certain H-2B visa holders from counting toward the program's 66,000 visa cap. This "returning worker" exemption excludes H-2B workers from the cap who had participated in the visa program during previous years and had returned to their home country before their visa... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
FDA Downplays Long-Term Impact of Animal Cloning Jan 29, 2008
Barbara Mikulski of Maryland and Rep. Rosa DeLauro of Connecticut have introduced legislation that would require a label on products from cloned animals or their offspring. (Planet Ark, United States)
FDA gives thumbs up’ to production from cloned animals Jan 23, 2008
Barbara Mikulski (D-Md. has introduced the Cloned Food Labeling Act in the Senate and U.S. Rep. (Agri-View, WI)
Next likely front in cloned-food wars: labeling Jan 22, 2008
" But its plans depend heavily on the cooperation of the companies making the clones, an approach that critics say is less than reassuring. Bruce Knight, undersecretary for marketing at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which now has the task of helping to get food from clones to the market, expressed optimism last week that producers and consumers will find common ground. "We'll be working closely with stakeholders to ensure a smooth and seamless transition into the marketplace for these... (San Francisco Chronicle)
NASA Astronaut to Receive Highest Honor by Institute of Polish Culture Jan 19, 2008
Previous recipients include President Lech Walesa, Professor Norman Davies, Senator Barbara Mikulski and actress Stefanie Powers. This year's event will emphasize contributions by scientists and scholars whose works and innovations helped change the world. (PR Newswire)
U.S. agency okays cloned meat, milk for consumption Jan 17, 2008
One of the sponsors of that measure, Maryland Senator, Barbara Mikulski, accused the FDA of acting "recklessly.". "Just because something was created in a lab, doesn't mean we should have to eat it," she said in a statement. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Rules, regs to be integratedwithout congressional review Jan 16, 2008
Barbara Mikulski, D-Md. Pat Roberts, R-Kan. (WorldNetDaily)
FDA declares meat from cloned animals is safe Jan 16, 2008
"Trans Ova and Austin, Texas-based Viagen Inc. are the two main U.S. livestock cloning companies. Animals cloned by Trans Ova aren't raised for food production, but are of value to cattle breeders due to their genetic superiority and use for breeding. In addition, cloning is just one of Trans Ova's advanced reproductive services for breeders, which also include embryo transfers, including in-vitro fertilization, sexed-semen and genetic preservation.The decision announced Tuesday by the FDA was... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
