Democracy needs a fourth estate in whatever form Nov 19, 2009
There, the Newspaper Revitalisation Act of 2009 is being sponsored by Senator Benjamin Cardin, a Maryland Democrat, and Democrat Carolyn B. Maloney of New York. According to business website : "The Act would allow advertising and subscription to be tax exempt, and contributions to support the news operation could be tax deductible. Newspapers would also be allowed to operate as non-profits for educational purposes under the US tax code, like public broadcasting companies.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Plug-in hybrid maker eyes old GM plant Oct 29, 2009
"There was a lot of hard work involved, and it's going to pay off with manufacturing jobs that will be a great asset in Wilmington and in communities around the country, Gettelfinger said in a prepared statement.U.S. Sens. Benjamin Cardin and Barbara Mikulski, both Maryland Democrats, said the reopening of the plant will preserve 500 jobs for Maryland residents who worked at the facility.Jim Hoffa, president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, welcomed the reopening of the auto... (MSNBC -- Environment)
Fisker to buy idled GM plant Oct 28, 2009
News Story - Idaho State Journal. Vice President Joe Biden speaks about the announcement that Fisker Automotive will produce plug-in hybrid electric vehicles at the former General Motors Boxwood Plant n Wilmington, Del. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Spare a Dime for the Times? Oct 22, 2009
Benjamin Cardin of Maryland introduced the , a bill that would allow for-profit newspapers to redesignate themselves as nonprofits. Advertising and subscription revenue would then be tax-exempt, and all contributions would be deductible. (Slate)
Cardin: Congress 'close' to passing reform Oct 17, 2009
Benjamin Cardin told a group of doctors, nurses and hospital administrators on Friday. The Democratic Maryland senator spoke at Howard County General Hospital in an effort to update health care leaders on federal reform efforts. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Perez approved for Justice Dept. post Oct 7, 2009
Benjamin Cardin (D-Maryland) called Perez an aggressive champion for justice and the public good. The Civil Rights Division is our nation s moral conscience and, with Tom s leadership, will again be empowered to take action against those who violate our laws, Cardin said in a statement. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Obama pushes health reform at rally Sep 18, 2009
Benjamin Cardin and Barbara Mikulski, and U.S. Rep. John Sarbanes were among the officials who turned out for the event. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Harriet Tubman P00004000ark Gets $1.2M From Park Service Sep 16, 2009
Benjamin Cardin and Barbara Mikulski and Rep. Frank Kratovil announced the grant from the park service's Land and Water Conservation Fund on Monday. (W-USA News, DC)
Tax-savings bill pays you to 'green' up home Aug 13, 2009
Benjamin Cardin, a Maryland Democrat. Inside AJC.COM. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Cardin, public, spar over health reform Aug 11, 2009
Benjamin Cardin managed to answer tough questions about the impending Congressional health care overhaul and its effect on Maryland residents. Hundreds of protesters both applauding and denouncing the federal health care bills staked their territory on opposites sides of Osler Drive at. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
COPT breaks ground on $35M Anne Arundel project Jul 21, 2009
Benjamin Cardin, U.S. Rep. C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger, Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown, and Anne Arundel County Executive John Leopold. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Sotomayor speeds toward Supreme Court confirmation Jul 17, 2009
Senator Benjamin Cardin, a Maryland Democrat, thanked New Haven firefighter Ben Vargas for his testimony yesterday at the confirmation hearing for Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor. (reuters) By Associated Press / July 17, 2009. (Boston Globe)
Belarus frees American lawyer Jul 1, 2009
Benjamin Cardin, a Maryland Democrat whose delegation met Lukashenko earlier Tuesday, said it wasn't enough. "We welcome the release of Emanuel Zeltser on humanitarian grounds. However, we made it clear to President Lukashenko today that the only way to improve the relationship between our countries is for him to increase political freedom and respect for human rights," Cardin said in a statement. (MSNBC -- International)
Cardin vows to fight for biotech funding Jun 23, 2009
U.S. Senator Benjamin Cardin, D-Md. vowed to fight for more federal funding for small biotech companies at a hearing Monday. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Senator introduces bill to help newspapers Mar 26, 2009
Senator Benjamin Cardin introduced a bill yesterday that would let newspapers become non-profit organizations, a step the and other beleaguered daily newspapers nationwide are believed to be considering. The Maryland Democrat s Newspaper Revitalization Act would allow newspapers to operate as non-profits, if they choose, under 501(c)(3) status for educational purposes, similar to public broadcasting stations, he said in a March 24 statement. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
U.S. senator proposes non-profit status for newspapers Mar 25, 2009
Benjamin Cardin of Maryland proposed Tuesday. Mr. Cardin introduced a bill that would allow newspapers to choose tax-exempt status. (Globe and Mail)
Federal ban lifted on stem cell research Mar 10, 2009
Potentially no decision President Obama makes will have a more profound impact on the long-term health and well-being of more Americans than the reversal of President Bush s ban on federal funding for embryonic stem cell research, U.S. Senator Benjamin Cardin said in a statement. Reader Comments. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
State of the city's sidewalks Mar 5, 2009
Benjamin Cardin, D-Md. and about $685,000 from other sources. (The Herald-Mail Online)
U.S.-Syria talks chart way forward Feb 27, 2009
" Both sides said they expect to hold future meetings, though nothing has been scheduled. Wood said the United States wants to see some positive steps by Syria about the concerns Feltman expressed before committing to subsequent contacts. The first U.S. meeting with Moustapha since last September is being viewed as the start of more regular contacts between Washington and Damascus through normal diplomatic channels, senior administration officials told CNN. A U.S. charge d'affaires currently is... (CNN -- World)
Syria, US explore improving ties as Kerry visits Feb 22, 2009
Benjamin Cardin of Maryland and House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Rep. Howard Berman of California. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
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)
Economic recovery act to create 100,000 jobs Feb 12, 2009
Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar, Senator Benjamin Cardin and House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer and Congressman John Sarbanes today visited Patuxent Research Refuge and Wildlife Research Center in Maryland to highlight the job creation and conservation benefits of President Obama's economic recovery plan, which is currently before Congress. The investments in the Department of the Interior that are included in the President's plan would create an estimated 100,000 jobs over the next two... (ESPN -- Outdoors)
