Liberals Press Reid on Public Option Nov 17, 2009
Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.), one of Reid s lieutenants. Sen. (Roll Call)
FAA splits Hudson airspace into 2 zones Nov 17, 2009
Charles Schumer said Monday that the changes don't go far enough. He wants all aircraft in the corridor to be monitored continuously by air traffic controllers and to be required to file flight plans, just like commercial airliners. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Voters still down on Paterson, poll shows Nov 17, 2009
Charles Schumer and Giuliani and former Governor George Pataki on the Republican side have favorability ratings over 50 percent. The entire survey can be found. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Fed moves to crack down on gift card abuses Nov 17, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., who championed the gift card crackdown in Congress. "We will continue to push the Fed to speed up the effective data so that we end abuses by gift card issuers as soon as possible.". (MSNBC -- Business)
NY senator says project will export stimulus funds Nov 16, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., has spoken out against the $1. 5 billion project, which would create approximately 2,000-3,000 jobs in China, but only a small fraction of that in the United States. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Utica police grant comes with baggage Nov 16, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y. for the grant. If we ve got to cut public safety, I ll just cut it out of elsewhere, Roefaro said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Feds to Probe Low Milk Prices Paid to NY Farmers Nov 16, 2009
Charles Schumer announced the effort Sunday. It follows his request for a probe after his office released a report that found the price paid to dairy farmers fell by almost half since January. (ABC News -- Wire)
Napolitano says U.S. border is more secure now Nov 14, 2009
Charles Schumer, a top Democrat, has said he would introduce legislation by early next year. Sen. (MSNBC -- Politics)
People care about spending, czars Nov 14, 2009
They begin to believe, as I heard Charles Schumer say on national television, The people don t care. Well, we do care. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
How The Dems Got Their (PR) Groove Back On Nov 13, 2009
Charles Schumer (D-NY) and as Communications Director for Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-NY). (CBS News)
Charles Wang's Messy Second Act Nov 13, 2009
Since the project will include a fix-up of the Coliseum, which the plain-spoken Wang calls a "dump," it has won the backing of pols, including Senator Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.). But Wang is running into resistance from local leaders over concerns that the 150-acre development will adversely affect traffic and the environment. (BusinessWeek)
Serbian Hearings In Attack On NY Student To Start Nov 13, 2009
Charles Schumer, to make sure Kovacevic was prosecuted. The 260-pound (118-kilogram) Kovacevic was accused of assaulting the 130-pound (59-kilogram) Steinhauer in a Binghamton bar, in upstate New York, repeatedly kicking him in the chest and head. (CBS News -- World)
LETTER: Government not good at running a business Nov 13, 2009
Senator Charles Schumer----------- I never thought this would happen, little Chucky Schumer finally got something right. Now lets see if the Obama administration gets it right and U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu rejects the request for stimulus money unless the high-value components, including the wind turbines, are manufactured in the United States. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
HOH’s One-Minute Recess: You Know You Love Congress Nov 11, 2009
Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.), whose name has come up on at least two previous episodes of Gossip Girl, including last week s installment. Looks like GG is giving some XOXO to Congress. (Roll Call)
Dems move to shift power from the Fed to regulatory agencies Nov 11, 2009
Charles Schumer (D-NY) and Sen. Daniel Akaka (D-HI). (USA Today -- Money)
Lawmakers aim to increase consequences for abusers Nov 10, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., announced recently his plan to beef up local law enforcement and consequences for perpetrators of domestic violence. Schumer s plan comes after 2008 statistics revealed that 60,000 instances of domestic violence were reported in New York state, 25,000 of which were instances of violence against women. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
SEC Funding Shift in Senate's Draft Financial Fix Nov 10, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., the new system would dedicate all the annual revenue collected by the SEC to its budget. Currently, a large portion of the fees paid by public companies and other entities that register stock with the agency go to the Treasury Department for the government's coffers. (ABC News -- Wire)
Written out of the story Nov 7, 2009
Charles Schumer of New York met with Dean to ask him to shift money to congressional races, Emanuel mocked the former Vermont governor as a political lightweight from a tiny, rural, homogenous state. "No disrespect, but some of us are arrogant enough, we come from Chicago, we think we know what it means to knock on a door," Bendavid quotes Emanuel as telling Dean. (Salon)
Political Grapevine Nov 7, 2009
New York Democratic Senator Charles Schumer is asking the Obama administration to block millions of dollars in stimulus aid from going to a clean energy wind farm in Texas, because all of the turbines would be made overseas. Schumer sent a letter to Energy Secretary Steven Chu calling the plan "quite troubling": "The purpose of the Recovery Act was to jump start the economy to create and save jobs American jobs. Yet the Texas wind farm project would create an estimated 2,000 to 3,000 clean... (Fox News)
Developer: Proposed wind farm site is too windy Nov 7, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., said the project reportedly may also be seeking 30 percent funding from economic stimulus grants from the Energy Department - funds he said would used to buy turbines and other components made in a Chinese plant. Tribes claim wind farm would destroy sacred ritual. (Fresno Bee)
Schenectady County earns unwanted rank Nov 6, 2009
Charles Schumer said Thursday. He said 60,000 domestic violence incidents were reported, including 147 fatalities, in 57 of the state's counties. (Albany Times Union)
A stronger shield Nov 5, 2009
Charles Schumer of New York, a key sponsor of the bill, for moving this long-overdue legislation forward. Why is this important to non-journalists. (Albany Times Union)
Senator: No fed money for US-China wind project Nov 5, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., said the project reportedly may also be seeking 30 percent funding from economic stimulus grants from the Energy Department funds he said would used to buy turbines and other components made in a Chinese plant. "The idea that stimulus funds would be used to create jobs overseas is quite troubling," Schumer wrote in a letter to be sent Thursday to Energy Secretary Steven Chu. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Click to read:Republicans Sweep N.J., Va. Gov. Races Nov 4, 2009
Charles Schumer, you're NEXT ... Harry Reid, Nancy Pelosi, Dianne Feinstein, Charles Schumer, Henry Waxman, Barbara Boxer, John Kerry, and President Obama. (CBS News)
Feeder fund investors may get tax relief Nov 4, 2009
An amendment by Senator Charles Schumer, Democrat from New York, puts the indirect Madoff investors - who channeled their money through feeder funds run by middlemen - on the same tax footing for their phantom profits as wealthy investors who were required to put up millions to invest directly. The people who invested through feeder funds often were not aware that their money went to Madoff. (Boston Globe)
Multichannel Newswire Nov 2, 2009
The Federal Communication Commission's chief economist has offered up the suggestion, though only a suggestion, that congestion pricing and network management may both be incentives to "efficient network operation." A new version of a federal shield law has been released by Senators Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Arlen Specter (D-PA) that apparently breaks the logjam and could pave the way for a vote on the bill in the Senate Judiciary Committee. The House Thursday joined the Senate in passing... (Multichannel News)
Future of GOP, moderate Republicans unclear Nov 2, 2009
Charles Schumer and the White House reached out to Scozzafava urging her to back Owens. Big-name Republicans including Sarah Palin, Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty and former Tennessee Sen. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Schumer Legislates Like He Campaigns Nov 2, 2009
Senate Democratic Conference Vice Chairman Charles Schumer (N.Y.) appears to approach major Congressional policy fights the same way he tackles campaigns: Figure out who or what has the best chance of winning and line up behind it. LOG IN NOT A SUBSCRIBER. (Roll Call)
Hearings in Congress focus on proposed snapper ban Nov 2, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., has introduced an identical bill (S. 1255) in the Senate. And Rep. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Shield Bill Impasse Appears Resolved: Bloggers To Get Protection Oct 31, 2009
A new version of a federal shield law has been released by Senators Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Arlen Specter (D-Penn. that apparently breaks the logjam and could pave the way for a vote on the bill in the Senate Judiciary Committee. (Multichannel News)
Health care issues: Public plan compromises Oct 31, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y. It remains to be seen whether Reid has the votes for this plan. If not, the Senate might vote on other versions of the so-called public option. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Media shield bill compromise reached Oct 31, 2009
Senator Charles Schumer, a New York Democrat, said the agreement strikes the right balance between national security concerns and the public s right to know. Schumer said it would preserve a strong protection for reporters trying to protect sources while making sure the government can do its job of protecting citizens. (Boston Globe)
Senate, White House agree on reporter protections Oct 31, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., said the agreement "strikes the right balance between national security concerns and the public's right to know." He said it would preserve a strong defense for reporters trying to protect sources while making sure the government can do its job of protecting citizens ... Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., said the agreement "strikes the right balance between national security concerns and the public's right to know.". (MSNBC -- Politics)
McCaffery up for 2nd U.S. Marshall stint Oct 30, 2009
Charles Schumer has recommended John McCaffrey to be the next U.S. Marshall for the Western District of New York. It is a post McCaffrey held from 1994 through 2002 before moving on to serve as Federal Security Director at the s Transportation Security Administration in Ithaca and Rochester. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
NY Senator: Bank Officials Need to Oust Former Fugitive from Bank Manager Job Oct 30, 2009
Charles Schumer (D-NY), has called on bank regulators to "remove" a one-time and accused money launderer, , from his job as the manager of a Los Angeles bank. Former Fugitive-Turned-Bank Manager Dodges Questions from ABC News. (ABC News)
Letters to the editor Oct 29, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., in co-sponsoring the Save American Energy Act, which calls for utilities to become 15 percent more efficient by 2020. Michael Kantor, Environment California. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
SEC Search for Ways to Peer Into Fast Trades Oct 29, 2009
When pressed by Democratic Senator Charles Schumer on whether the SEC might consolidate surveillance across all markets, Brigagliano said: "We are moving to consider that ... We think it would be a benefit to centralize surveillance.". 1. (ABC News -- Wire)
Funds to assist in breakwall makeover Oct 29, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., announced Wednesday that he has secured $300,000 to assist the United States Army Corps of Engineers in the reparation of the deteriorating breakwater at the port of Oswego. The funding, which will go toward the creation of engineering and design plans, is the first step of the project, according to Schumer, who in June announced that he is seeking more than $4 million from the Senate s Energy and Water Development Subcommittee to repair the structure. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Schumer: True cost of Afghan stability could be too high for America Oct 28, 2009
Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) said on Tuesday morning ... We are so screwed;BY George on 10/27/2009 at 14:35A quote from Chuck"I believe the war on terror is the vital discussion of this decade and of our generation, probably. To win the war on terror, you need a good offense and a good defense. On defense, I regret to say, basically, this administration has not come close to doing what is necessary. "Charles Schumer ;talk about flip-flop Kerry. (TheHill.com)
Senator introduces 'Erin's Law' Oct 27, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., tour the Port of Oswego Authority, Monday ... Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., Monday, that would help counties hire additional child protective service (CPS) workers to assist in the prevention of similar tragedies from happening in New York state. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
No guarantees on Senate health bill's public plan Oct 27, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., left, and Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Meet the Press Oct 27, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., weigh in on the numerous issues facing the Obama administration. Also: Erin Burnett and Andrew Ross Sorkin on the possible repercussions of cutting executive pay on Wall Street. (MSNBC -- International)
Health care wastes up to $850 billion a year Oct 27, 2009
Democratic Senator Charles Schumer said on Sunday that Senate Democratic leaders are close to securing enough votes to pass legislation to start reform of the country's $2. 5 trillion health care system. (MSNBC -- Health)
Health care debate switches to shaping bill Oct 27, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., said Sunday on NBC's "Meet the Press.". Today, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Schumer: Army Will Scrap Privatization Plans Oct 27, 2009
Charles Schumer says the Army is backing off plans to privatize more than 300 public works jobs at West Point. Schumer said Secretary to the Army John McHugh called him Monday and said the plan is likely to be scrapped, but a formal decision is yet to come. (Newsmax)
Senate health bill to include public option Oct 27, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., who came up with the idea in the first place, proposed requiring states to pass laws in order to exit the public plan. -The public plan would get startup money from the government, but that would be paid back over time and the plan would be paid for by premiums from participants. (AZCentral)
NY, Pa. senators wager cheesesteaks, cheesecakes Oct 27, 2009
Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand will get a supply of Philadelphia cheesesteaks. If the Philadelphia Phillies win, Sens. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Senate likely to cut employer mandate Oct 26, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., discuss the state of health care legislation with NBCs David Gregory on Meet the Press ... Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., discuss the Obama administrations effort to limit pay at bailed-out companies with NBCs David Gregory on Meet the Press. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Health care bill likely to cut employer mandate Oct 26, 2009
PROPOSAL CLOSE TO GAINING NEEDED VOTES Senator Charles Schumer said a version of the public option would allow states not to join in a government-run program. By Associated Press / October 26, 2009. (Boston Globe)
Voting Reform Finds Bipartisanship Oct 26, 2009
Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.), chairman of the Senate Rules and Administration Committee, is working on a bill to modernize the voting system, said Fallon, the committee spokesman. But he declined to provide details on what the bill would include and how closely it would resemble Lofgren s.. (Roll Call)
Clock ticking on Democrats' health care reform Oct 26, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., right appear on "Meet the Press'" Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at the NBC studios in Washington ... Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., right appears on "Meet the Press'" Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at the NBC studios in Washington. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Lawmakers split on timing of Afghan decision Oct 26, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., discuss the former vice presidents critique of the Obama administrations approach to the war in Afghanistan with NBCs David Gregory on Meet the Press. . (MSNBC -- International)
Obama declined to make public option push, said Smiley Oct 26, 2009
Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) told PBS' Tavis Smiley on Sunday. Smiley, speaking on NBC's "Meet the Press" said that Schumer confirmed to him in the "green room" before the show began reports that Obama was caustic about the government-run plan in the closed-door meeting. (TheHill.com)
Senate Democrats Confident Bill Will Include Some Public Option Oct 26, 2009
"I think we are very close to getting the 60 votes we need to move forward," Democratic Conference Vice Chairman Charles Schumer (N.Y.) said during an appearance on NBC s Meet the Press. Schumer, who strongly favors including a government-run option in the overall health care bill, said that Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev. (Roll Call)
AP Sources: Health Bill May Cut Employer Mandate Oct 26, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., right appear on "Meet the Press'" Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at the NBC studios in Washington. (AP Photo/Meet The Press, William B. Plowman) NO SALES ** (AP). (ABC News -- Wire)
Don't write Paterson off yet Oct 26, 2009
I think Paterson definitely has a pulse, said Michael Tobman, a political strategist with experience in Albany who once worked for Democratic U.S. Senator Charles Schumer. People who are opining on Paterson's future are actually setting themselves up for the upcoming budget. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Paterson fights to survive Oct 25, 2009
"I think Paterson definitely has a pulse," said Michael Tobman, a political strategist with experience in Albany who once worked for Democratic U.S. Senator Charles Schumer. Copyright 2009 Associated Press. (Albany Times Union)
Q: There is legislation before Congress to protect older workers from discrimination. How many elected representatives have sponsored and co-sponsored this bill and how do their numbers line up? Oct 25, 2009
Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.), Al Franken (D-Minn. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Patience, patients in health care game Oct 25, 2009
Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., had a testy exchange after Schumer made comments on cable news that some saw as pressuring the Nevada Democrat to make up his mind about putting a government-run insurance option in the Senate bill. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus, D-Mont. (MSNBC -- Politics)
HUD Official Tours Upstate NY's Vacant Homes Oct 24, 2009
Charles Schumer and U.S. Rep. Brian Higgins, but indicated his agency was on board with a key provision to give individual cities a say in how to use federal money to combat blight. (ABC News -- Wire)
India's Reva Plans NY Electric Car Site Oct 24, 2009
Charles Schumer were scheduled to take part in the announcement. Bannon Automotive has secured an exclusive North American licensing deal with Reva, and the companies have agreed to spend $26. (KSBW 8, CA)
Fed program may have home in Buffalo Oct 24, 2009
Charles Schumer and Rep. Brian Higgins, who chose the 19th Street house that OO (pronounced O) hopes to occupy later this year. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Obama Expresses Skepticism to Senators on Public Option Oct 24, 2009
Conference Vice Chairman Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Conference Secretary Patty Murray (D-Wash. discussed ways Obama could help them get the 60 votes necessary to beat back a certain GOP-led filibuster of the health measure, but that Obama did not appear inclined to push the public insurance option. (Roll Call)
New NY company to roll out electric cars in 2010 Oct 24, 2009
Charles Schumer were scheduled to take part in the announcement. Black Hills Power seeks higher rates in NE Wyoming. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Senate Democratic Leaders Wrap Up Meeting With Obama Oct 23, 2009
and Charles Schumer (N.Y.). White House officials were not immediately available for comment. (Roll Call)
