Is there anything more trying than a trip to a doctor’s office in El Centro? I waited two weeks for the appointment date, arrived early enough to find a parking spot and walked in exactly on time. There were 14 patients ahead of me. My suggestion? Why don’t doctors just have morning and afternoon appointments — first-come, first-served? Leave enough time so the office clears out between mornings and afternoons. — Just a Suggestion, El Centro'>Why are wait times at doctors’ offices so long? Sep 23, 2009
Why are doctors overbooking. - Imperial Valley Press Online - Probe. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
- Just Warming Up: This rancor just makes me angry 0 Sep 15, 2009
Bob Filner of having a hatred for America. Interestingly, he was mad at Filner for giving out facts. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
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- Voice: Make health care a priority 0 Sep 13, 2009
Letter to Bob Filner: There has been a lot of debate about health care and increasingly this issue has been politicized. The bottom line is that we all need accessible, affordable, and universal health care coverage. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
- Filner celebrates birthday and service at Eagles Lodge in El Centro 0 Aug 30, 2009
Bob Filner, who along with Kayla Estrada, 4, of Calexico, blows out candles on his birthday cake Saturday ... Bob Filner s 30 years of service to the 51st congressional district as well as his upcoming birthday were celebrated Saturday at the Eagles Lodge in El Centro. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
- New Calexico port of entry design still includes downsized lanes, no New River option 0 Aug 21, 2009
The backup will be miles down the road, said U.S. Representative Bob Filner. Calexico hosted a town hall meeting Thursday, where representatives from the U.S. General Services Administration showed off architectural renderings for the new port. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
- Our Opinion: Williamson funding gone 0 Aug 12, 2009
Our Opinion: Williamson funding gone - Imperial Valley Press Online - Our Opinion. Wednesday, August 12, 2009 - 1:56:37 am. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
- Our Opinion: Money is fine, but we need action 0 Aug 6, 2009
Bob Filner, Assemblyman Manuel Perez and state Sen. Denise Ducheny for their work on getting this money. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
River could get funds Aug 4, 2009
Bob Filner, D-Chula Vista, in 2005. Assemblyman Manuel Perez, D-Coachella, who has led the effort to win state funding for the project, said this week everything looks very positive for the Legislature to appropriate the New River funding by the close of the legislative session in September. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
New GI Bill sending veterans to school this fall Aug 3, 2009
House Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman Bob Filner, D-Calif. said Friday his committee will address the proposed fixes this fall, and he anticipates they will be implemented a year from now. (Helena Independent Record)
- Viewpoint: Writing new story for the New River (2) Aug 1, 2009
Bob Filner had secured 4 million in federal transportation dollars for the River s cleanup. Yet, no state or local match had yet been identified to draw it down, leaving those funds in bureaucratic limbo. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
- Valley Police Beat: Imperial Valley police agencies receive federal stimulus money 0 Jul 30, 2009
Bob Filner s office Wednesday. The funds are being issued by the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, the statement read. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Thumbs up'>- Our Opinion: Many kudos to Imperial Valley College 0 Jul 27, 2009
Bob Filner, D-Chula Vista, for paying tribute before his congressional peers to the late Jimmie Cannon. Filner noted Cannon s musical and inspirational contributions to Imperial County in a speech before Congress. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
- U.S. veterans facing deportation 0 Jul 25, 2009
Bob Filner, D-Chula Vista, the chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, and in August will travel to Washington, D.C., to discuss the issue at a national Veterans for Peace conference. ICE officials responsible for initiating deportation proceedings point out they re simply following the law, and argue far fewer veterans are detained in ICE facilities. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Jimmie Cannon honored by Rep. Bob Filner before Congress Jul 25, 2009
Bob Filner before Congress - Imperial Valley Press Online - Local News ... Bob Filner before Congress By DRESDEN CASTON, Staff Writer ... Bob Filner, D-Chula Vista, who represents Imperial County in Congress. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Newsom Stumping In San Diego Jul 19, 2009
E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. POSTED: 11:09 am PDT July 18, 2009UPDATED: 11:52 am PDT July 18, 2009. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
- Voice: Filner stands up for farmers 0 Jul 17, 2009
Representative Bob Filner understands that and I thank him for his vote in support of the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009. As President Obama said about the legislation s passage, it is a bold and necessary step. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Iran's Campaign Against Foreign Plots, Imagined and Real Jul 15, 2009
Washington hawks such as House Veterans Affairs Committee chairman Representative Bob Filner (D.-Calif. continue to call for the U.S. to support the MEK and other "resistance" groups fighting the Tehran regime. (Time.com)
Sailor to be buried Jul 10, 2009
Bob Filner of San Diego has called for a Defense Department probe into the death, after leaders of the city's gay community asked him to intervene. Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. (KSLA.com, LA)
Gays in the Military: Does a Sailor's Murder Signal Deeper Problems? Jul 7, 2009
Two California Democratic members of Congress, Susan Davis and Bob Filner, have asked the military to investigate whether Provost's sexual orientation was the reason for his murder. Local gay activists have also asked for such a probe, and are planning a candlelight vigil outside Camp Pendleton's gates this Friday, several hours after memorial services for Provost are to be held in Texas. (Time.com)
Police: Drunken Driver Crashes Into Congressman's Office Jul 6, 2009
Bob Filner, police said. The driver, whose name was withheld, was taken to UCSD Hospital and is expected to survive, Chula Vista police Lt. Vern Solis said. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Suspected drunk driver plows into US Rep's office Jul 6, 2009
-- A suspected drunk driver slammed his truck into the Chula Vista office of U.S. Congressman Bob Filner after leading authorities on a chase at speeds up to 110 miles per hour. Police say the unidentified driver had to be extracted from his truck by firefighters after the early Sunday morning crash. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Navy investigates gay sailor's death in Calif. Jul 4, 2009
Bob Filner of San Diego, who chairs the House Veterans Affairs Committee, said he would call for a Defense Department probe to see if the killing was a hate crime. The Naval Criminal Investigative Service has taken a "person of interest" into custody but had not filed any charges. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Lawmaker Says Gay Sailor's Death Possible Hate Crime Jul 3, 2009
Bob Filner of San Diego said Thursday he wants an investigation into the death of 29-year-old Seaman August Provost of Houston, who was found slain in a guard shack Tuesday. Filner's call for an investigation comes after leaders in the gay community asked him to intervene. (Fox News)
Pelosi's arm-twisting Jul 2, 2009
Chaos, arm-twisting gave Pelosi win - Yahoo. Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. (Yahoo News)
- Imperials return to El Centro on Friday 0 Jul 2, 2009
Juanita Salas, representative of congressman Bob Filner, will also attend the event. It was only natural for the city to bring back the Imperials after a successful give-game stint last summer. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
BLM finds funds for trash service Jul 2, 2009
Bob Filner to provide for trash services. The bill increases funding for the entire bureau and includes the statement: The committee is concerned about the Bureau of Land Management decision to stop trash collection services in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area and expects BLM to restore trash pick-up services. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Backlogged claims still an issue for VA Jul 2, 2009
According to a release issued by Bob Filner, chairman of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs, the hearing, led by Congressman John Hal, D-N.Y., was held to examine the record number of claims nearly 1 million the is dealing with. Just how well the VA deals with that backlog has been the subject of discussion for years, during which the numbers have only climbed. (Burlington Union, MA)
Pelosi: 'We Are Leading the Way in Creating a Healthier America by Strengthening Health Care for Our Veterans' Jun 24, 2009
I commend Chairman Bob Filner and Congresswoman Stephanie Herseth Sandlin for their tireless work steering these bills to the House floor today and I salute our Veterans' Service Organizations for advocating on behalf of our veterans and for these bills. " SOURCE Office of the Speaker of the House Link to this page: Copyright 1996- PR Newswire Association LLC. All Rights Reserved. A company.. (PR Newswire)
VA officials grilled over botched colonoscopies Jun 17, 2009
House Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman Bob Filner, D-Calif. said VA Secretary Eric Shinseki has pledged to take disciplinary action. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
- Thank You: Rocketry team sends thanks 0 Jun 6, 2009
We also appreciate the efforts of Lt. Col. John Smith (BUHS class of 1979), who arranged a tour of the Pentagon and Congressman Bob Filner s office staff, who arranged a tour of the White House and a meeting with Mr. Filner for us. We could not have had such a tremendous experience without your help. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
- BRAWLEY: Childbirth classes set 0 Jun 4, 2009
PHOTO COURTESY OF BOB FILNER S OFFICE Holtville councilman Jerry Brittsan (left), and Pine Elementary School principal Margie Stacey (center), join Rep. Bob Filner, D-Chula Vista (right) who recently presented an American flag to Pine Elementary School in Holtville School District. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Frank Declines to Endorse Middle East Peace Letter Jun 3, 2009
By Roll Call Staff June 2, 2009, 5:28 p.m.. Barney Frank (D-Mass. (Roll Call)
New flag at Holtville school flew above White House first May 29, 2009
Bob Filner, D-Chula Vista, reads a certificate to Holtville City Councilman Jerry Brittsan as Filner presents a flag to Pine School in Holtville ... Bob Filner, D-Chula Vista, reads a certificate to Holtville City Councilman Jerry Brittsan as Filner presents a flag to Pine School in Holtville ... Bob Filner, D-Chula Vista, smiles as he listens to Pine School students sing patriotic songs accompanied on the guitar by eighth-grade teacher Debbie Thornberg. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
- Our Opinion: Government jobs great for Valley (1) Apr 1, 2009
doejoemoe wrote on Apr 1, 2009 3:07 AM:" Please be an actavist newspaper and expose all polititions for what they are! You started last week with the lady that has the sister in a law firm that she sends her business too.How about taking a look at our federal reps, ,starting with (boston) Bob Filner.Interest Contributions Transportation Unions $232,000 Lawyers/Law Firms $207,039 Health Professionals $185,361 Public Sector Unions $147,650 Building Trade Unions $131,750 Real Estate $110,005... (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Sherman Seeks Harsher Tax on Executive Pay Apr 1, 2009
Marcy Kaptur (Ohio), Bob Filner (Calif. Dennis Kucinich (Ohio) and Peter DeFazio (Ore. (Roll Call)
- Our Opinion: Firm wants to clean up New River 0 Mar 27, 2009
Bob Filner, advocates of cleaning up the New River and the county has directed staff to talk to him. What that all means is hard to tell. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
COLUMN: White House caves on vets insurance grab Mar 26, 2009
and Congressman Bob Filner, D-Calif. were vocal in their disagreement over the plan. (Burlington Union, MA)
- New River plan excites (2) Mar 25, 2009
Bob Filner, D-Chula Vista. I m not putting any money into it until I get a far better understanding from independent experts, but it s really exciting, Filner said of Nobles and his company, EcoDynamics. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
- Voice: Don’t blame the feds in this case 0 Mar 24, 2009
I hope Congressman Bob Filner responds and is able to help the Calexico police and fire departments I trust it won t be under the false pretense that the border or feds are the cause for their shortcomings. Comments. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
OBAMA'S CONGRESS PROBLEM Mar 22, 2009
House VA Committee Chairman Bob Filner (D-Calif. called the plan "DOA," insisting that the budget not "be balanced on the backs or legs or kidneys or hearts of our nation's combat-wounded heroes.". (New York Post -- Opinions)
Pelosi: Obama dropping vets insurance proposal Mar 20, 2009
His counterpart in the House, Bob Filner, D-California, said his committee wouldn't take up the proposal either. In a statement released by his office, Filner said the idea is "DOA" and said the budget "cannot be balanced on the backs (or legs, or kidneys, or hearts) of our nation's combat-wounded heroes.". (CNN -- Health)
More Feds Headed To Border Mar 19, 2009
Co-sponsors of the bill are Henry Cuellar, Texas; Bob Filner, California; Gene Green, Texas; Ruben Hinojosa, Texas; Silvestre Reyes, Texas; Chet Edwards, Texas; Gabrielle Giffords, Arizona; Raul Grijalva, Arizona; and Solomon Ortiz, Texas. According to officials, El Paso is not in the plans, thus far. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Pelosi: Administration Will Not Force Veterans to Use Private Insurance to Pay for Treatment of Combat-Related Injuries Mar 19, 2009
You had a great champion, of course, in Chet Edwards, who is Chairman of the Appropriations Subcommittee on veterans; the Chairman of the Veterans Affairs Committee, Bob Filner; the Chairman of the Armed Services Committee, Mr. Skelton, who is here; and the man who writes the budget, and he was never going to put this in the budget, I know, John Spratt. "I want to thank them and you for making this important change. But it wasn't just the Chairmen inside the Congress, it was our Members as well.... (PR Newswire)
- Our Opinion: Valley needs more specialists (1) Mar 18, 2009
Bob Filner, D-Chula Vista, to craft and sponsor legislation that would allow foreign physicians in specialty areas studying in the United States to stay and practice in the United States. There is legislation in place now, but it is specific to primary care physicians. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Lawmakers' tempers unchecked at gate Mar 16, 2009
Lawmakers' tempers unchecked at gate. Lawmakers' tempers unchecked at gate. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
- Valley sees doctor shortage 0 Mar 15, 2009
Bob Filner, D-Chula Vista, in an attempt to sponsor federal legislation that would allow physicians in specialty areas studying in the United States to stay and practice in the U.S.. The J1 visa that currently allows physicians to stay in the U.S. and practice is limited to primary care physicians, Moukarzel said. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
- $307K slated for law groups 0 Mar 14, 2009
Bob Filner announced this week. Filner, D-Chula Vista, touted the release this week of about 2 billion for state and local law enforcement to be allotted through the Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant program to the state. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
From Roll Call, via TalkingPointsMemo Mar 13, 2009
Bob Filner s (D-Calif. arrest at Dulles in 2007 for allegedly assaulting an airline worker. (Harper's Magazine)
Around North County Mar 8, 2009
Brian Bilbray, Bob Filner, Duncan D. Hunter, Darrell Issa and Susan Davis. Dennis Morgigno of Channel 4 San Diego will moderate a forum discussion on regional issues. (North County Times)
Earmarks benefit AZ Mar 6, 2009
Earmarks benefitting Arizona. Earmarks benefitting Arizona. (AZCentral -- News)
Shinseki Vows Top-Down Review, VA Overhaul Mar 5, 2009
House Veterans Affairs Chairman Bob Filner, D-Calif. has said the recent VA problems pointed to a "dangerous lack of accountability.". (CBS News -- Evening News)
Our views: A sacred trust Mar 3, 2009
But House Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman Bob Filner said based on his discussions with Obama, having third-party insurance companies provide legally obligated coverage would be meant as an addition to the VA, not a substitute, the publication said. In all, Robert Wallace, the VFWs executive director, told FLORIDA TODAY on Monday although much of the budget improves veterans health care, the devil is in the details. (Florida Today)
Filner breathes life into Merchant Mariner legislation Feb 19, 2009
Congressman Bob Filner, a California Democrat and chairman of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs, introduced the legislation in the House Jan. 6 and referred to Filner s committee for further action. The Belated Thank You to the Merchant Mariners of World War II Act, H.R. 23, was submitted by Filner in the 110th Congress as well, but never sent to the president s desk. (Burlington Union, MA)
Payments to Filipino World War II veterans a bittersweet victory Feb 18, 2009
Breaking News/Updates. Updated at 3:54 p.m., Tuesday, February 17, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Local Congressional Representatives Split On Stimulus Bill Feb 14, 2009
Bob Filner, D-Chula Vista, voted for the bill and said it will bring relief to California residents, along with one of the largest tax cuts in American history. "This legislation also has unprecedented accountability and transparency measures to help ensure that taxpayer dollars are spent wisely and effectively -- including no earmarked projects and a new recovery.gov Web site allowing Americans to track the investments," Filner said. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Veterans Health Care Funding Reform Bill Promises Transparency, Accountability Feb 13, 2009
"We are grateful to the bill's lead sponsors, Veterans' Affairs Committee Chairman Daniel Akaka (Hawaii) and Sen. Olympia Snowe (Maine) in the Senate, and Veterans' Affairs Committee Chairman Bob Filner (Calif.) and Rep. Walter Jones (N.C.) in the House. We also have the full support of Senator Tim Johnson (S.D.) and Rep. Phil Hare (Ill.), both of whom have led Congressional efforts for mandatory funding of veterans health care in prior Congresses, and are now backing this effort," Dempsey said.... (PR Newswire)
8 House Dems ask for border fence halt Feb 12, 2009
The Californians are Bob Filner and Susan Davis. Type Size. (AZCentral -- News)
