Merrill Deal Caused Heartburn at Bank of America Oct 22, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio, who has been a key player in the investigation, that the latest documents suggest that "Bank of America's story is starting to unravel.". "There's evidence suggesting they misrepresented their financial position to both the government and shareholders," Kucinich said in an interview. (SmartMoney)
Barack Obama's Facebook Feed Oct 17, 2009
MSNBC posted a video: "UFO-like object spotted over Colorado." Dennis Kucinich like this. CNN posted an article: "Balloon Boy Not in Balloon.". (Slate)
Liberal Lies About National Health Care, Part 7 Oct 14, 2009
Would You or Your Company Like to Sponsor the Next Installment of Liberal Lies About National Health Care. See My Web Site for Details. (Human Events Online)
A Statistical Analysis of Maritime Unemployment Rates, 1946-1948. Just Kidding, More Liberal Lies About National Healthcare! Oct 8, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, Jim Moran and John Olver, have all cited the U.S.'s relatively poor ranking in infant mortality among developed nations as proof that our medical care sucks. This is despite the fact that in many countries a baby born the size of Dennis Kucinich would not be considered a live birth. (Human Events Online)
Kucinich Talks Single-Payer Health Care With Students Sep 26, 2009
Dennis Kucinich discussed health care in White-Gravenor Hall ... Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio) speak about single-payer health care plans ... We chose to bring in Dennis Kucinich because he is the most vocal advocate for creating a single-payer system, said Robert Byrne (COL 11), a member of GSC, in an e-mail. (The Hoya, Washington DC)
The Honorable Gentleman Sep 23, 2009
Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio) and Rep. Ron Paul (R-Texas), Jones called repeatedly for a timetable and an exit, much to the chagrin of President George W. Bush and the Republican Party. (The American Conservative)
Did "The Hammer" Nail the Cha-Cha? Sep 23, 2009
Republican leaders didn't know quite what to call it, but Democrat Dennis Kucinich gained a new respect for his old foe. "He's kind of the 21st century John Travolta and Fred Astaire wrapped into one," Kucinich said. (CBS News)
Could Kanye West Be Considered an American Dissident? Sep 21, 2009
U.S. Representative Dennis Kucinich. U.S. Representative Joe Wilson. (Slate)
'These Guys Are Playing With My Life' Sep 17, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio. At the hearing, lawmakers of both parties agreed that delays or denials of coverage like the one faced by Ackley are unjustifiable and have become too common. (ABC News)
House rebukes Wilson Sep 16, 2009
Maurice Hinchey (N.Y.), Paul Hodes (N.H.), Dennis Kucinich (Ohio), Dan Maffei (N.Y.), Eric Massa (N.Y.), Jim McDermott (Wash. Gwen Moore (Wis. (USA Today)
Researchers Still Uncertain on Cell Safety Sep 15, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio. But so far the industry has been silent, Herberman said. (CBS News)
Democrats backed Bush Iraq goal; deficit grows Sep 5, 2009
Kirk O wrote on Sep 3, 2009 6:49 PM:" Over the years I have been registered as a Democrat, an Independent, a Libertarian and a Republican. I have voted once or twice as part of the ill informed masses as well. I have always voted, but I have been far less involved or educated on the issues than I have become these past few years.You are absolutely right, of course, that each party bears responsibility for the ills that we face. I would posit, however, that the responsibility is not in equal... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
HOH’s One-Minute Recess: The (Fictional) Army Doctor Is In Sep 4, 2009
Rush Holt (N.J.) and Dennis Kucinich (Ohio). The actor also asks viewers to call the House to thank the Members who continue to support the public option. (Roll Call)
Waxman, Stupak Continue to Press Insurance Companies Sep 1, 2009
Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio), chairman of the Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Domestic Policy, requested that six top insurance executives -- including those for Aetna, Humana, UnitedHealth and WellPoint -- appear before his panel in September to testify on how they do business. Waxman and Stupak are asking the companies to divulge their total number of policies covering groups of 100 people or fewer, the best-selling types, how they determine premiums for them, and explanations for... (Roll Call)
What energy, climate proposals mean to you Aug 29, 2009
Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio) says ACES, encourages incineration, promotes coal and makes carbon sellable instead of taxable. He is joined by Friends of the Earth and Greenpeace. (Nogales International, AZ)
U.S. Deaths in Afghanistan Hit New High Aug 29, 2009
This headline of record deaths last year would have had Nancy Polesi, Dennis Kucinich, Barney Fife Frank, Clark, Sheheen and Murtha all calling for impeachment hearings ... This headline of record deaths last year would have had Nancy Polesi, Dennis Kucinich, Barney Fife Frank, Clark, Sheheen and Murtha all calling for impeachment hearings ... If this headline of record deaths would have come last year we would have had Nancy Polesi, Dennis Kucinich, Barney Fife Frank, General Clark, Cindy... (CBS News)
Kucinich Calls on Insurers to Testify Before Panel Aug 27, 2009
Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio), chairman of the Oversight and Government Reform subcommittee on Domestic Policy, on Wednesday requested that six top insurance company executives appear before his panel to explain how they do business. Kucinich in his letter said the Sept. 17 hearing will examine the nature, cost/benefit, and impact of administrative measures and protocols used by the health insurance industry to determine coverage for doctor-prescribed health care treatments, as well as costs of... (Roll Call)
Shocked, Yet Awed by Single-Payer Logic Aug 25, 2009
Watch Elizabeth and Dennis Kucinich on line explain HR 676. Not only is it fair & cost effective, it will work to revitalize this country. (CBS News)
Liberals play the race card Aug 23, 2009
Search post-gazette NOW. The last resort of the liberal scoundrel is the false accusation of racism. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The GOP Has Become a Party of Nihilists Aug 21, 2009
The most liberal members of the Democratic caucus Senator Russ Feingold in the Senate, Representative Dennis Kucinich in the House, to name two are honorable public servants who make their arguments based on facts. They don't retail outright lies. (Time.com)
HOH’s One-Minute Recess: Spin to the Right Aug 18, 2009
Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio), who competed on a local version of the ABC show. The willowy redhead put up a good fight before being ousted and her hubby frequently implored his Twitter followers to vote for her. (Roll Call)
New Congressional jets may be scrapped; Members blame Pentagon... Aug 11, 2009
What a lying sack, does anybody believe anything any Congressman besides Ron Paul or Dennis Kucinich say. Party: Liberal Reply #18 Aug. 10, 2009 - 8:14 PM EST. (The Drudge Report)
Postal Service woes tied to retirement fund Aug 6, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio, said the Postal Service made cuts in his Cleveland-area district with little or no input from him or his community leaders. Rep. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Tant: Obama gets C-plus at six-month mark Aug 1, 2009
Dennis Kucinich was far more anti-war than Obama during the 2008 Democratic presidential primaries, it is President Obama who now must remember the words he spoke to an anti-war rally in Chicago on Oct. 26, 2002: "I don't oppose all wars. What I am opposed to is a dumb war.". Obama inherited a "dumb war" from his predecessor, just as he inherited a foundering economy. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Single-payer plan needed Jul 30, 2009
Dennis Kucinich of Ohio, the amendment would remove potential legal impediments for states to pass single-payer bills by waiving federal exemptions that apply to employer-sponsored health plans. The amendment passed on a bi-partisan vote of 25-19, with the support of both progressive, single-payer Democrats and many Republicans who endorsed the ability of individual states to pass their own versions of health care reform. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Watchdog: SEC Fulfilled Duty in Stanford Case Jul 29, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio, chairman of a House Oversight subcommittee, who voiced concern in February about what he called the "substantial delay" in the SEC's actions. He told SEC Chairman Mary Schapiro in a letter that the agency's handling of the Stanford investigation "raises serious questions about the (SEC's) dedication to its mission of protecting investors.". (ABC News -- Wire)
NYC judge restores Rather's fraud claim vs. CBS Jul 22, 2009
Today, Los Angeles Superior Court dismissed all fraud and negligent misrepresentation claims asserted by Mr. Dennis Kucinich against Phoenix Books and Audio, Inc.. In March of this year, Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D, OH) filed suit in Los Angeles Superior Court against Phoenix Books and Audio, Inc., the publisher of his 2007 autobiography, titled The Courage to Survive. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Lawmakers Chide Paulson Over Bank Deal Jul 17, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio, said Paulson turned a blind eye to evidence that the bank was withholding information from its shareholders. Rep. (Time.com)
Court Dismisses Fraud Claims Made by Kucinich Against Phoenix Books and Audio, Inc. Jul 15, 2009
July 14 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Los Angeles Superior Court dismissed all fraud and negligent misrepresentation claims asserted by Mr. Dennis Kucinich against Phoenix Books and Audio, Inc. ... In March of this year, Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D, OH) filed suit in Los Angeles Superior Court against Phoenix Books and Audio, Inc., the publisher of his 2007 autobiography, titled The Courage to Survive. (PR Newswire)
Healthcare for dunces Jul 13, 2009
Site Presented By Monday, Jul 13, 2009. Don't know your "single-payer" from the "trigger plan". (Salon)
'Co-op' scheme not real reform Jul 12, 2009
Meanwhile, I'll keep sending my contributions directly to Democrats like Dennis Kucinich who are fighting for single-payer health care. . (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
WATER WONDERLAND: Prehistory of San Pedro River Valley (2) Jul 12, 2009
Indanow wrote on Jul 11, 2009 7:16 AM:" Clovis man needed Dennis Kucinich (D-OH). Today in History, July 11, 2001: He introduced a House bill to establish the Department of Peace. It is later brought to his attention that his agency would be redundant as the U.S. already has an agency to establish and protect peace, the Department of War. - See, If Dennis was around back then, maybe Clovis man wouldn't have had the "tendency to destroy one another out of fear, anger or cold... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Bernanke says Fed acted with 'integrity' Jun 26, 2009
Representative Dennis Kucinich said: "The Fed's leadership orchestrated an aid package that attached no meaningful conditions to the money.". Kucinich added: "The Fed required no changes whatsoever in Bank of America's deficient corporate leadership. The Fed even gave Bank of America more money than Ken Lewis had originally asked for.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Federal Reserve chairman denies wrongdoing Jun 26, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio, said he thought Lewis was the one pressuring the government. He said the investigation revealed that Fed officials thought Bank of America failed to do proper due diligence when it came to Merrill Lynch. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Bernanke says the Fed didn't pressure BofA Jun 26, 2009
Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio). But Bernanke held his ground during three hours of testimony. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Ben To Take It To Hill Jun 25, 2009
Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio) said some questions that will be put to Bernanke are based on a view that Lewis may have used his own strong-arm tactics to finagle the Fed into providing guarantees to protect BofA against some 15 billion in losses at Merrill. "Furthermore, [The Federal Reserve] believed that Ken Lewis' threat of invoking a [material adverse clause] was a 'bargaining chip' and was not credible and that Bank of America was experiencing its own losses independent of Merrill Lynch,"... (New York Post -- Business)
Congress Scrutinizes Federal Reserve Jun 20, 2009
" The bill has succeeded in melding the extreme margins of both parties as few proposals have - uniting anti-Big Government Republicans like Paul with anti-Big Business Democrats like Reps. Lynn Woolsey of California and Dennis Kucinich of Ohio. Nonetheless, there's little sign of a full-scale revolt, despite all the anti-Fed saber rattling. And many powerful Democrats in the Senate, including New Yorker Chuck Schumer, are likely to oppose any radical action. "The audit. It's a bad idea," said... (CBS News -- Politics)
HEALTH Pot proponents hopefulMomentum builds for rethinking war on drugs Jun 17, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio, and Sen. Jim Webb, D-Va. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Flag Day celebration focuses on country's history, cutting taxes (753) Jun 16, 2009
" wtf wrote on Jun 15, 2009 12:05 PM:" Excellent point, gatemom, and to underscore what you, as well as David Nielsen, have posted, the following is a dynamite video of Dennis Kucinich, a Democrat, grilling Ken Lewis. http://www. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
BofAs Lewis called to testify on Merrill Jun 6, 2009
Edolphus Towns (D-N.Y.) and Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio) have asked Lewis to appear Thursday before the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Towns and Kucinich have been investigating BofA s acquisition of Merrill and the government s decision to give the Charlotte-based bank billions of dollars in taxpayer aid. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Spammer in Chief Jun 3, 2009
"Dennis Kucinich is still going to get ridiculed when he talks about aliens," Callimanopulos said. By contrast, Nickerson noted that some UFO tales are going mainstream. (Boston Globe)
Lawmakers Question Role of Trade-Staffers-Turned-Lobbyists Jun 2, 2009
Dennis Kucinich (Ohio), Betty Sutton (Ohio) and Tim Ryan (Ohio). June 1, 12 a.m.. (Roll Call)
Behind Ed Liddy's Departure from AIG May 24, 2009
Dennis Kucinich (D-OH) (L) and AIG Vice Chairman for Legal Affairs Anastasia Kelly (R) during a break in testimony before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chip Somodevilla/Getty. MORE.. (Time.com)
Jewish Group Questions Use Of Arms ... May 24, 2009
Action regarding the sales of arms used in the incursion in Gaza was raised in January of 2009 by Democratic United Sattes Senator From Ohio, Dennis Kucinich. Kucinich raised this issue to then Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice. (Suite101.com)
Lawmakers want Obama to slow down on autos... May 23, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio, who accused the task force of facilitating plans by GM to import Chinese-made vehicles to the U.S.. Five House members, including Kucinich, LaTourette and House Judiciary Chairman John Conyers, D-Mich. (The Drudge Report)
News highlights May 23, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio. Five House members, including Kucinich, LaTourette and House Judiciary Chairman John Conyers, D-Mich. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
Lawmakers Rip AIG Ceo Liddy May 14, 2009
Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio) wagged his finger at Liddy, who was brought in as chief executive last September to help right the company, and accused AIG of cheating the pension funds of public employees in Kucinich's home state. "I came to Congress not to represent these people on Wall Street who have been shafting the American people . . . not going to let you get away with it," Kucinich told Liddy, who receives a salary of 1. (New York Post -- Business)
I Want To GOP to There May 7, 2009
Jack dated Condoleezza Rice and went to work for George Bush; scripts were regularly packed with enough Dennis Kucinich, Mitt Romney, and universal health care punch lines to rival a Colbert Report monologue. But politics is still very much part of 30 Rock's DNA. The show's central tension remains the tug of war between Fey's Liz Lemon and Jack Donaghy. (Slate)
BofA may punt Atlanta football games title sponsorship May 5, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio, chair of the House Domestic Policy Subcommittee, wrote a letter to Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner, asking Geithner to dissolve s $400 million stadium naming rights deal with the. In an interview published March 2 in Street & Smith s , a sister publication of Atlanta Business Chronicle, Kucinich was asked what types of sports marketing he thought were worthy. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
'The Garden' doc bets on the farm May 1, 2009
Starring Joan Baez, Daryl Hannah and Dennis Kucinich ... Starring Joan Baez, Daryl Hannah and Dennis Kucinich. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Webster University to Host Dennis Kucinich and International Criminal Court Judge, Among Others at St. Louis Human Rights Conference May 1 & 2 Apr 28, 2009
Webster University to Host Dennis Kucinich and International Criminal Court Judge, Among Others at St. Louis Human Rights Conference May 1 title ... Webster University to Host Dennis Kucinich and International Criminal Court Judge, Among Others at St. Louis Human Rights Conference May 1 v ... ST. LOUIS, April 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A conference on "American Exceptionalism" and human rights will feature U.S. Congressman Dennis Kucinich (OH, 10th Dist.) and International Criminal Court... (PR Newswire)
SEC eyes whether BofA broke law on Merrill bonuses Apr 15, 2009
The regulator is "carefully reviewing" Bank of America's disclosures, SEC Chairman Mary Schapiro said, responding in a letter to a query from Democratic Representative Dennis Kucinich. Merrill awarded the bonuses just before the merger closed on Jan. 1, rather than wait until the new year as in the past. (USA Today -- Money)
SEC to see if Bank of America broke law Apr 15, 2009
Last week, Congressman Dennis Kucinich said in a letter to the SEC that there were significant questions surrounding Bank of Americas failure to disclose bonus details before shareholders voted on the banks acquisition of Merrill. Reuters. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
SEC reviewing BofA over Merrill bonuses Apr 15, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, a Democrat from Ohio, wrote to the SEC last week to ask whether Bank of America should have informed its shareholders about the Merrill bonuses before asking them to vote. SEC chairwoman Mary Schapiro replied to Kucinich on Friday. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
SEC to Review Whether BofA Broke the Law: Report Apr 14, 2009
Last week, Congressman Dennis Kucinich said in a letter to the SEC that there were "significant questions" surrounding Bank of America's failure to disclose bonus details before shareholders voted on the bank's acquisition of Merrill. "Where the SEC believes that there has been an omission of material facts necessary in order to make the statements not misleading, we will carry out our enforcement responsibilities with vigor and vigilance," the paper quoted Schapiro's letter. (ABC News -- Wire)
Losing The Election Apr 13, 2009
In 2008 their number reduced to eight, namely, Barrack Osama, John Edwards, Hillary Clinton, Joseph Biden, Dennis Kucinich, Christopher Dodd and Mike Gravel. Barack Obama won. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Iraqi truck bombing kills 5 U.S. soldiers Apr 11, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio, discusses why some progressive Democrats dont want any more money being spent in Iraq and are wary of the U.S. troop increase in Afghanistan. . (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
The Great Left Smear Machine Apr 10, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, abortion provider Planned Parenthood, the anti-Bush ACLU, Greenpeace and the news media. Conservatives know liberals have built a powerful network of pressure groups who have entree -- where right wing groups do not -- into the newsrooms of the New York Times, Washington Post, NBC News and other left-leaning outlets. (Human Events Online)
Upton meets with peace alliance Apr 1, 2009
H. R. 808, first introduced in 2001 by Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio, and most recently in January 2009, is now sponsored by 66 members of the House of Representatives. The movement is gaining increasing support from citizens and legislators and from cities and towns across the country, including Lansing, Detroit, Traverse City, Kalamazoo and other Michigan cities. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Sherman Seeks Harsher Tax on Executive Pay Apr 1, 2009
Dennis Kucinich (Ohio) and Peter DeFazio (Ore. . (Roll Call)
Remove leaders now in national office Mar 28, 2009
the only one that i sense true honesty in is Dennis Kucinich. this isnt a Christian issue, a Republican/Democrat issue, it is truly a CITIZEN issue and we need to assume our responsibility as a Citizen and stop rolling over. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Afghanistan is now Obama's war Mar 28, 2009
A troop surge is not the answer, said Democratic congressman Dennis Kucinich, who ran unsuccessfully against Mr. Obama for his party's presidential nomination. Afghan citizens and families do not need more destruction and violence. (Globe and Mail)
Facts: How U.S. Health Care Really Stacks Up Mar 27, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, a former Democratic presidential candidate, called the current health care market "predatory capitalism." Some Democrats go so far as to say the system is racist. The kindest thing most Democrats will say about health care in the U.S. is that it's broken. (Investors Business Daily)
'Card check' labor bill stirs controversy Mar 14, 2009
Barbara Lee, D-Oakland; Pete Stark, D-Fremont; and Zoe Lofgren, D-San Jose, along with such noted liberals as Barney Frank and Dennis Kucinich, that insists on secret ballots in union elections in Mexico. The Aug. 29, 2001, missive was sent to Mexican officials at the Local Conciliation and Arbitration Board during a fight between what labor leaders considered a sham "official" union and an independent union. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Bush and his top aides are apparently home free Mar 14, 2009
Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio, are the few congressional leaders who have the courage to say in effect: Stop the music. We can't go forward until we have a clear understanding of what travesties were perpetrated by the Bush administration. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
