Here a Czar, there a Czar but so what? Oct 2, 2009
Others, including Georgia Congressman Jack Kingston, have introduced legislation denying the president the ability to pay any czars unless they are first confirmed by the Senate. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Number, role of Obama's policy 'czars' spark debate Sep 30, 2009
President's picks to handle the issues Depending on who's counting, there are anywhere from 18 new policy "czars" in the Obama administration to several dozen. Critics ranging from conservative talk show host Glenn Beck to moderate Republican Susan Collins to liberal Democrat Russ Feingold say President Obama is trying to centralize authority in the White House and shield his policies from congressional oversight. (USA Today)
Pro & Con: Should presidential advisers, or czars, be subject to congressional confirmation? Sep 22, 2009
Jack Kingston is a U.S. Representative (R-Savannah). NO. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Rail will come when Georgia gets its act together Sep 22, 2009
He must have seen some of Jack Kingston s recent Czar sound bytes. The Repubozotards in Congress and the two in the Senate have done zero to advance transportation in Georgia and Issacson keeps talking about a pie in the sky scheme that will never see the light of day in his lifetime. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Congressmen lead talk about Obama advisers Sep 21, 2009
Jack Kingston and Mr. Broun have been among those making the issue visible, including a news conference Wednesday broadcast live on Fox News. RADIO AND TV talk shows have made the issue a staple of conservatives' conversations. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Renzi unsuccessful in trying to toss evidence Sep 21, 2009
Monday, September 21, 2009. By Susan Crabtree - 09/20/09 06:59 PM ET. (TheHill.com)
Georgia Republicans blast Obama advisers Sep 20, 2009
Jack Kingston, R-Savannah, introduced a bill Wednesday requiring the president to provide Congress information on the qualifications and responsibilities of the czars he appoints. Broun, R-Athens, is a co-sponsor. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Ga. Rep. To Hold Health Care Town Hall Sep 12, 2009
Jack Kingston of Georgia will be holding a town hall meeting in Camden County. The event is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 14, at 10 a.m. It will be held at the Camden County Recreation Center at 1050 Wildcat Dr. in Kingsland, Ga. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Who paid for lawmakers' vacations? Sep 8, 2009
Jack Kingston visited Hollywood earlier this month, courtesy of Bill Maher. The comedian and television talk show host of "Maher Live Inc." paid $1,811 for a two-day trip for the Savannah congressman to appear on his show. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
U.S Lawmakers Support Zimbabwe's Unity Government Sep 4, 2009
The delegation included Gregory Meeks (D-New York), Jack Kingston (R-Georgia), Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas), Melvin Watt (D-North Carolina) and Marcia Fudge (D-Ohio). The U.S. has criticized Mugabe's 29-year-rule but the Obama administration has thrown support behind the coalition government. (CBS News -- World)
US Congressional Delegation Visits AfDB's Key Projects in Rwanda Sep 4, 2009
The delegation, led by Representative Greg Meeks, comprised Georgia Republican Representative, Jack Kingston; Ohio Democratic Representative, Marcia Fudge; Texas Democratic Representative, Sheila Jackson Lee; and North Carolina Democratic Representative, Melvin Watt. The US congressional delegation was accompanied by a Bank Group team led by the institution's Resident Representative in Rwanda, Diko Jacob Mukete. (allAfrica.com)
Rwanda: U.S. Congressmen to Woo Investors Sep 3, 2009
The group which includes Representatives Melvin Watt from North Carolina, Jack Kingston from Georgia, Sheila Jackson Lee from Texas and Marcia Fudge from Ohio visited the US Government funded PEPFAR project at Kigali University Hospital (CHUK) laboratory capacity building and Paediatric HIV/AIDS Care and Treatment Centre of Excellence. Relevant Links. (allAfrica.com)
Tortuous September Ahead for Obama Sep 1, 2009
inplied intent"???? See. Thats what was wrong about Cheney. Thats whats wrong with the entire republican party. You guys and this Constitution thing and its "implied" intent is dangerous as Cheney proved. BTW Democrats believe in the Constitution and love this country as much as the next guy. So stop with the condescending attitude. ------------- You dropped in kinda late and then misread my post. I was DEFENDING the constitution AS IT IS WRITTEN, not as it is expanded through inuendo. Sorry if... (CBS News)
U.S. Congressional Delegation Visit AfDB Aug 28, 2009
The delegation, led by Representative Greg Meeks, Democrat (New York), includes Jack Kingston, Republican (Georgia); Marcia Fudge, Democrat (Ohio); Sheila Jackson Lee, Democrat (Texas); and Melvin Watt, Democrat (North Carolina). Contacts. (allAfrica.com)
Health care meetings trouble? Aug 8, 2009
Jack Kingston, another Republican, had to quickly find a larger room for a town hall meeting at Valdosta State University last week ... District 1: Jack Kingston (R-Savannah) -- Has held nine meetings to date. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
In spending sea, earmarks just a drop Aug 7, 2009
Jack Kingston, R-Savannah, say they want to reform the system, but will seek their fair share in the meantime. Crespin also has studied who requests earmarks and why. (Athens Banner-Herald)
House Orders Up Three Elite Jets Aug 5, 2009
By Roll Call Staff Aug. 5, 2009, 12 a.m.. Last year, lawmakers excoriated the CEOs of the Big Three automakers for traveling to Washington, D.C., by private jet to attend a hearing about a possible bailout of their companies. (Roll Call)
Editorial: Kingston should do better than czar stunt Jul 20, 2009
Georgia Congressman Jack Kingston, R-Savannah, makes a good point with his proposal to deny funding to presidentially appointed "czars" and their offices unless those appointees have been approved by the U.S. Senate. Kingston's proposal is aimed at the proliferation of such czars in the Obama administration. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Payout Slated for Ga. County That Lost Army Growth Jul 19, 2009
Jack Kingston said Friday that a house committee agreed to put the money into the defense bill now before Congress. The funds are intended to help the southeast Georgia community lure other economic development projects. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Cumberland wilderness under siege Jul 8, 2009
Jack Kingston (R-Savannah) supposedly intended to improve access to historical sites. In practice, it accommodates the daily motorized tours of private commercial promoters through the wilderness. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
GOP tries to control sniping May 17, 2009
Jack Kingston, who lives here, is supporting local boy Johnson. Johnson believes his campaign is right where we expected to be. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
It's been worse, UGA grads told May 10, 2009
Jack Kingston, this year's UGA graduation speaker - and the weather seemed to agree. Leaden skies threatened rain as commencement exercises began Saturday morning in Sanford Stadium, but soon the sun broke through to shine brightly on the nearly 4,000 undergraduates who received UGA degrees Saturday morning. (Athens Banner-Herald)
It's been worse, UGA grads told May 10, 2009
Jack Kingston, this year's UGA graduation speaker. "You will be better off for (the hard times the graduates face)," Kingston told the graduates. (The Augusta Chronicle)
For grads, employment picture not very pretty May 9, 2009
Republican congressman Jack Kingston of Savannah, a UGA grad, gives the commencement address. Graduates: About 1,155 students receive degrees at 2:30 p.m. in Stegeman Coliseum. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Abrupt Cagle exit sparks governor’s race scramble Apr 18, 2009
Jack Kingston, has suggested he might. Already in the GOP race are Secretary of State Karen Handel, Insurance Commissioner John Oxendine and state Rep. (Athens Banner-Herald)
More may consider run for governor Apr 18, 2009
Jack Kingston of Savannah, for example has to weigh seriously whether its possible to gain the name recognition to be a major candidate in metro Atlanta. Also reconsidering an earlier decision is State Rep. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Area conservatives join nationwide tax protests Apr 16, 2009
Jack Kingston spoke at a tea party later in the afternoon, sponsored by the University of Georgia College Republicans. The Savannah Republican said he's voted 'no' so many times recently, the red light at his voting table had to be replaced. (Athens Banner-Herald)
This week's calendar: April 13 - 19 Apr 13, 2009
College Republicans and Dawgs for Israel Meeting 7 p.m., room 214; Congressman Jack Kingston is speaking at the joint meeting about the events that have been taking place in Washington, DC.; www. ugarepublicans. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Petraeus to speak at Gwinnett College Apr 9, 2009
Jack Kingston, R-Savannah, will speak at the University of Georgia's commencement May 9. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Thursday, April 09, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Candidates Lining Up For Governor's Race Apr 9, 2009
More than a year before the 2010 gubernatorial primary election, Democratic and Republican hopefuls are lining up for the position. So far, the names of seven Republicans and five Democrats have been mentioned as possible candidates for governor. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Kingston to give graduation speech Apr 3, 2009
Jack Kingston, a Savannah Republican who graduated from the University of Georgia, will give the commencement address at this year's graduation ceremony at 9:30 a.m. May 9 in Sanford Stadium ... Jack Kingston, a Savannah Republican who graduated from the University of Georgia, will give the commencement address at this year's graduation ceremony at 9:30 a.m. May 9 in Sanford Stadium. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Federal Money Will Improve Telfair Airport Apr 2, 2009
Jack Kingston, R-Savannah. The airport will get $890,000, according to the news release. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Arts organizations set to receive $50 million to retain employees Mar 18, 2009
Jack Kingston, it was touch and go for a while for the struggling arts organizations whose funding has been devastated by corporate decline. Even though the final bill contains $50 million for the NEA, the real battle for those dollars is just beginning. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Obama Rebuffs Sanford, Shrinks in Polls Mar 18, 2009
The White House late Tuesday rejected the proposal by Gov. Mark Sanford (R-S.C.) that would have allowed him to use one quarter, or $700 million of the federal stimulus funds allotted to his state to pay off state debt and contingent liabilities. White House Budget Director Peter Orszag wrote in a letter at the behest of the president, Congress has not authorized the Executive Branch to waive any of the above statutory requirements governing the State Fiscal Stabilization Fund. (Human Events Online)
$9 million in earmarks for UGA Mar 12, 2009
Jack Kingston, R-Savannah, who sponsored the UGA bioenergy project. Athens' congressman, Paul Broun, refuses on principle to seek earmarks, so UGA officials often turn to Kingston for help. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Most say no pork, but eat it if it's served Mar 12, 2009
Jack Kingston, R-Savannah. "They have a political schizophrenia," Kingston said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Prove citizenship to vote Mar 5, 2009
Common sense conservativism. Commenting is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
GOP in Limbaugh crossfire Mar 5, 2009
GOP caught in Limbaugh crossfire. Wednesday, March 04, 2009. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Spending bill has $99M in pork for Ga. Mar 5, 2009
He and two other Georgia representatives, Jack Kingston, a Savannah Republican, and Jim Marshall, a Macon Democrat, as well as Republican Sen. Saxby Chambliss, requested the blueberry funding. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Playing to win could be losing strategy for GOP Mar 3, 2009
Jack Kingston of Georgia. Kingston, elected to the House nine times, has a good feel for his Savannah-based district. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Fine arts are in survival mode as funds dry up Mar 2, 2009
Jack Kingston of Georgia during the debate. Lynch calls that attitude "uninformed and perhaps disingenuous." His group estimates that non-profit arts organizations generate $166. (USA Today -- Life)
What was political reaction to Obama's speech? Feb 25, 2009
What was political reaction to Obama's speech. - White House- msnbc. (MSNBC -- Politics)
WORKERS: Database use for ID checks hits some bumps Feb 11, 2009
Use of federal database for ID checks hits some bumps - USATODAY.com. Use of federal database for ID checks hits some bumps. (USA Today)
GOP attack on the arts is a display of nonsense Feb 9, 2009
IT IS imperative that we, and the media, not allow the Republicans in Congress to change the conversation in order to obstruct the stimulus bill with disingenuous arguments such as that put forward by Representative Jack Kingston of Georgia ("," Page A1, Feb. 5). Kingston, who is opposed to the National Endowment for the Arts receiving $50 million, says, "We have real people out of work right now." The time for this sort of partisan nonsense has passed. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
