UN General Assembly to take up Goldstone report on Gaza war crimes Nov 5, 2009
Nita Lowey (D) of New York, chairwoman of the State and Foreign Operations Appropriations Subcommittee, said in a statement: "It is outrageous that the UN General Assembly at the urging of nations with deplorable human-rights records is poised to give its stamp of approval to this flawed report.". But Human Rights Watch, a New York-based rights organization, said Congress should not discourage investigations into documented allegations of criminal activities. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Wildlife Conservation Society to expand health surveillance through PREDICT Oct 24, 2009
"Identifying emerging pandemics quickly is critical in protecting human populations from severe disease outbreaks," said Congresswoman Nita Lowey (D-NY), Chairwoman of the Appropriations State and Foreign Operations Subcommittee that funds USAID global health efforts. "I am pleased USAID is supporting this collaborative project, and I am confident it will help improve our ability to monitor and identify wildlife diseases like influenza strains that could affect humans.". (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Obama Will Make Up Own Mind on Afghanistan Oct 7, 2009
Nita Lowey, Foreign Operations Appropriations Chairman, D-N.Y. Rep. Kay Granger, Foreign Operations Appropriations Ranking Member, R-Texas Rep. (CBS News)
Jewish leaders in D.C. push for Iran sanctions Sep 25, 2009
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TRUMP: Mr. Gadhafi, Tear Down That Tent Sep 24, 2009
John Hall and Nita Lowey appealed to Secretary of State Hillary Clinton -- who lives in Westchester County -- to do "everything in your power" to prevent Gadhafi from moving into his tent. The so-called "mad dog of the Middle East" stayed in Manhattan Tuesday night close to the United Nations, where he addressed the General Assembly today. (ABC News)
Iran Faces More U.S. Sanctions Sep 12, 2009
Nita Lowey D-N.Y., the chairman of an appropriations subcommittee panel with authority over the State Department, told Newsmax that she had not been briefed by the administration on the negotiations with Iran. Weve been briefed by Sen. (Newsmax)
Liberal Lies About National Health Care: Second in a Series (Collect All 10!) Sep 4, 2009
There are three certainties in life: (a) death, (b) taxes, and (C) no health care bill supported by Nita Lowey and Rosa DeLauro and signed by Barack Obama could possibly fail to cover abortions. I don't think that requires elaboration, but here it is. (Human Events Online)
Obama: Executive power goes to his head Aug 13, 2009
Then, warn US Representatives Barney Frank, David Obey, Nita Lowey, and Gregory Meeks, House support won t be there for future funding. This looks mostly like congressional huffing, puffing, and bluffing. (Boston Globe)
Africa: Clinton's Remarks at Agoa Forum [document] Aug 6, 2009
We re also pleased to have three representatives of Congress with us: Congressman Donald Payne, Congressman Jim McDermott, and Congresswoman Nita Lowey. Each of them has a particular interest in Africa, and the development of the people of this continent. (allAfrica.com)
DISASTER DELAYED Jul 24, 2009
Mike McMahon (SI), Nita Lowey (Westchester) and, from upstate, Dan Maffei, Eric Massa and Scott Murphy. Their specific crime, according to the WFP: opposing Charlie Rangel's soak-the-rich scheme to raise the top combined federal and state tax rates to European-type levels of 50-plus percent. (New York Post -- Opinions)
LETTER: Family's struggle shows health reform is needed Jul 22, 2009
"The letter was signed by Reps. David Obey of Wisconsin, chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, and Barney Frank of Massachusetts, chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, as well as Reps. Nita Lowey and Gregory Meeks, both of New York, who chair subcommittees on those panels.-----------Aw would you look at that. Now, even hypocritical corrupt Democrats are calling Obama hypocritical and corrupt.And they're saying that Obama reminds them of.......Bush.Kinda just- makes you... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Democrats irked by president’s signing statement Jul 22, 2009
The letter was signed by Representatives David Obey of Wisconsin, chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, and Barney Frank of Massachusetts, chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, as well as Nita Lowey and Gregory Meeks, both of New York, who chair subcommittees on those panels. Obey and Frank in particular are needed by Obama to push through Congress key pieces of his agenda, including a healthcare overhaul and financial oversight reform. (Boston Globe)
Democrats irked by Obama signing statement Jul 22, 2009
Nita Lowey and Gregory Meeks, both of New York, who chair subcommittees on those panels. Obey and Frank in particular are needed by Obama to push through Congress key pieces of his agenda, including health care and financial oversight reform. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
USGLC Applauds House Passage of FY 2010 State, Foreign Operations Appropriations Bill Jul 10, 2009
"Tonight the House of Representatives reinforced America's commitment to elevating our civilian-led tools of diplomacy and development by voting to fully fund the $48.8 billion FY 2010 State, Foreign Operations Appropriations bill. This critical funding ensures America has the necessary resources to advance our national security and foreign policy priorities. We applaud State, Foreign Operations Subcommittee Chair Nita Lowey (D-NY) and Ranking Member Kay Granger (R-TX) for their strong... (PR Newswire)
Kyl says he won't prejudge Sotomayor May 27, 2009
" Rep. Nita Lowey, D-New York, a Bronx native like Sotomayor, said Sotomayor "would be a role model for women and girls and for millions of Hispanic Americans, who are currently under-represented in government. " Type Size: search local businesses: Popular Searches Powered by Most read Breaking News Offbeat News Slideshows | TOP HOMES - $189,905 MLS 4095612 2 bed / 2 bath 1,401 - 1,600 / 2003 Joe Martin - GRI, RDC Pro, CREOS, RE/MAX Achievers - $169,690 MLS 3003104 2 bed / 2 bath 1,201 - 1,400 /... (AZCentral -- News)
Heavy hitter sways rival May 24, 2009
John Hall, Nita Lowey and Scott Murphy of Glens Falls, who succeeded Gillibrand after winning a special election. Assemblyman Peter Rivera, an early critic of Gillibrand's appointment to the Senate, also has endorsed her, as have Emily's List and NARAL Pro-Choice New York. (Albany Times Union)
Dems nix funds request for Gitmo transfers May 5, 2009
Nita Lowey, D-N.Y., succeeded in swelling spending for military and foreign aid accounts. Murtha had hoped to used the bill to advance $8 billion to $9 billion in extras for the military, such as Stryker armored combat vehicles and C-17 cargo planes. (MSNBC -- International)
US to bolster Pakistan's Taliban fight May 2, 2009
"The responsibility for training Pakistani police and military forces resides with the Department of State, which ensures it complies with our overall foreign policy," said Matthew Dennis, a spokesman for the Republican Nita Lowey, who opposes the new Pentagon fund. Mr Dennis said the exception was when the US was at war, such as in Iraq and Afghanistan, but "in Pakistan that is not the case". (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Political Grapevine Apr 9, 2009
New York Democrat Nita Lowey has posted links to her earmarks on different pages throughout her site's "legislative issues" section. Ohio Republican Steven LaTourette put his requests under "other issues." It takes three clicks to get from New York Democrat Jose Serrano's home page to his earmark list. (Fox News)
New York Special Awash in Cash Mar 21, 2009
James Clyburn (S.C.), Brian Higgins (N.Y.), Steve Israel (N.Y.) and Nita Lowey (N.Y.) contributed $4,000 apiece. Among the Democratic Members giving $2,000 from their campaign funds: Howard Berman (Calif. (Roll Call)
Health care pinched by nursing shortage Mar 10, 2009
Separately, Senator Dick Durbin and Representative Nita Lowey, both Democrats, have introduced a measure to increase federal grants to help nursing colleges. Peter Buerhaus, a nursing work force expert at Vanderbilt University in Tennessee, said the nursing shortage is a "quality and safety" issue. (MSNBC -- Health)
Thomas L. Friedman: Beyond the banks Feb 9, 2009
Unfortunately, funding for Dayton's work - secured by two farsighted members of the U.S. House of Representatives, Nita Lowey and Gary Ackerman - runs out soon. That would be a tragedy. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
