Congressmen lead talk about Obama advisers Sep 21, 2009
Tom Price, Phil Gingrey and Paul Broun, all Republicans and all physicians, have contributed to the drumbeat of opposition to Democrats' health care proposals. It's not surprising health care would gain so much attention. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Price, Gingrey: Obama shunned them on health care Sep 19, 2009
Phil Gingrey, a Republican from Marietta, also said he has requested time with the president to no avail. Gingrey has floated health care legislation pertaining to digital medical records and lawsuit liability limits for doctors. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Doctors Rally Against Obamacare Sep 14, 2009
Many of the doctors who spoke-- among them Representatives Tom Price and Phil Gingrey (R.-Ga. both members of the GOP Doctors Caucus -- specifically separated themselves from the American Medical Association. (Human Events Online)
Health reform and illegal immigration: the truth Sep 13, 2009
Phil Gingrey, a lot of their kids are in the school system. Thats true. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Fair health care now a privilege Sep 11, 2009
7:45 p.m. Thursday, September 10, 2009. We finally reached the yearly family deductible for our health insurance this month, and I felt an unaccountable urge to celebrate. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Who paid for lawmakers' vacations? Sep 8, 2009
Phil Gingrey and his daughter traveled to Taiwan Aug. 5-8, courtesy of Fu Jen Catholic University. According to public records, the school paid more than $21,800 to host the Marietta Republican and his daughter, including $1,260 in lodging and $600 in meals. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
On health care reform and the constitutionality of Medicare Sep 4, 2009
Say guys, didn t your cohorts in the GOP, Johnny Isakson and Phil Gingrey, vote for that federal expansion into healthcare called the prescription drug benefit plan. Add your comment. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Bipartisan Group of Members Hosts Health Care Town Hall in Philadelphia Sep 2, 2009
Phil Gingrey, co-chairman of the GOP Doctors Caucus, assured a friendly crowd that he will continue to oppose the Democrats health care reform proposal, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Gingrey voted against the bill as a member of the Energy and Commerce Committee. (Roll Call)
Gingrey rips Obama health plan Sep 1, 2009
Phil Gingrey was preaching to the choir ... Phil Gingrey (R, Marietta) speak about HR 3200 ... Phil Gingrey (R, Marietta) at a town hall meeting at the Cobb County Civic Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Another View: Devil in the lack of details from Democrats Aug 29, 2009
8:01 p.m. Friday, August 28, 2009. Across our country, we are witnessing a great debate that will forever change our country s health care system. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
W.H., Congress Project Record Deficits Aug 26, 2009
Phil Gingrey (R-Georgia) "I encourage people to bring guns to town hall meetings.". John McCain (R-Arizona) He endorsed the "death panel" lie. (CBS News)
Editorial: Guns are intimidation tactic at town halls Aug 19, 2009
It's worth wondering whether Congressman Phil Gingrey, a Georgia Republican representing a like-minded constituency in the Northwest Atlanta suburbs and environs, would be so smugly committed to the sacrosanctness of Second Amendment rights if he were scheduled to be a little farther south in the state this week, in Columbus, Fort Valley, Albany or Bainbridge. Those four cities will be hosting town hall meetings on the Obama administration's health care reform scheduled by Democratic Georgia... (Athens Banner-Herald)
'America's Town Hall' in Georgia Draws 12,000 Aug 18, 2009
Phil Gingrey is a physician by trade, and Rep. John Barrow is a Democrat. (Human Events Online)
The barely veiled threat of violence sometimes not veiled at all Aug 18, 2009
Phil Gingrey (R-GA) just appeared on Chris Matthews show basically gave a big thumbs up to the idea of bringing fire arms to public political events. Geez. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Gingrey on guns at health care debates: I have no fear Aug 18, 2009
Phil Gingrey (R-Marietta). On the opposing side was U.S Rep. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Members March Through Dozens of Town-Hall Meetings Aug 14, 2009
By Ben GeierRoll Call Staff Aug. 13, 2009, 4:13 p.m.. Even though the town-hall meetings on health care reform across the country have continued to be contentious, Members are keeping with their vows to hear constituents voices on health care, with dozens of meetings continuing through Thursday and in the coming weeks. (Roll Call)
* Weapons from US are key to peace, MAC chief says Aug 9, 2009
Lai made the comments at a meeting with visiting US Representative and co-chair of the Congressional Taiwan Caucus Phil Gingrey, a statement said. The statement, released by the MAC on Friday, quoted Lai as saying that relations between Taiwan and China were improving, describing this as a historic moment. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Health care meetings trouble? Aug 8, 2009
District 11: Phil Gingrey (R-Marietta) -- Staff says meetings being planned, but no dates yet. District 12: John Barrow (D-Savannah) -- Staff says meetings being planned, but no dates yet. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
* Ma praises cross-strait strategy Aug 7, 2009
Ma made the remarks while meeting Phil Gingrey, co-chair of the US Congressional Taiwan Caucus, at the Presidential Office yesterday morning. Ma thanked Gingrey for incorporating the remarks Ma made at an international conference into the congressional record. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Showdown Today on Dems' House Censorship Jul 27, 2009
Scott Garrett (R-N.J.), Phil Gingrey (R-Ga. Wally Herger (R-Ca. (Human Events Online)
A Plan Of Action In The Water Wars Jul 22, 2009
Republican Representative Phil Gingrey of Cobb County says Georgia is up against powerful Congress members from Alabama and Florida who continue to fight Metro Atlanta's access to Lake Lanier. "Senator Shelby in Alabama is trying to block that process," Gingrey said. (W-USA News, DC)
Georgia is suddenly thirsty for friends in Congress Jul 18, 2009
The hard-line tactics of Tom Price of Roswell, Lynn Westmoreland of Coweta County, Paul Broun of Athens and Phil Gingrey of Marietta who have become prominent bomb-throwers for the GOP have not pleased Democrats who control the chamber, we understand. This is not a surprise. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Abortion By Any Other Name Is In Health Care Bill Jul 16, 2009
Obama may be caught in a lie -- a lie to the pope, no less. Obama told the pope in a visit last week that he was committed to reducing the number of abortions. (Human Events Online)
Swine flu vaccine should be ready in October Jul 14, 2009
Phil Gingrey (R-Marietta) and Paul Broun (R-Athens) both former doctors have said money being spent on vaccine development should instead be redirected to defense spending. What we see in this particular flu outbreak is that I don t think (vaccines) are needed, Broun said in May. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
For Georgia, energy bill a mixed deal Jul 14, 2009
Phil Gingrey, R-Marietta, a member of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. This] will [make] it even more difficult for businesses to keep their lights on, their doors open and their employees employed, he said. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Boy, 11, walks 59 days and 668 miles for homeless Jul 11, 2009
Coalition officials, along with Phil Gingrey (R-Ga), U.S. Congressman for Georgia s 11th District, were there when Bonner, who is from Tampa, started his walk from Atlanta. While the goal of raising awareness to child homelessness is noble in itself, what makes this trek even more special is the young man who is leading the charge, Gingrey said that day. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
1st Sgt. John Blair honored on U.S. House floor Jun 25, 2009
Phil Gingrey issued a statement in in honor of Blair on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. to see video and hear audio of Congressman Gingrey s remarks. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Guatemalan in Atlanta awaits word on transplant Jun 6, 2009
Phil Gingrey -- himself a doctor. Gingrey persuaded the State Department to expedite travel visas for Pascual and Maria Gonzalez, and Delta Air Lines provided a free ride. (CNN -- Health)
* Ma brings up visa-free visits with US May 28, 2009
Those who talked with Ma on the telephone included Nevada Senator John Ensign and Representative Phil Gingrey of Georgia. Wang said Ma invited them to visit Taiwan and asked them for support on the issues that his administration hoped to advance. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Taiwan)
Gingrey honored by American Conservative Union May 28, 2009
WASHINGTON U.S. Congressman Phil Gingrey, R-Marietta, has been honored by the American Conservative Union one of the nation's oldest and largest grassroots conservative organizations for his conservative voting record during the past year ... "The American Conservative Union has given its 2008 Ratings of Congress Award to Congressman Phil Gingrey for his record of support for conservative principles over a wide range of issues," said ACU Chairman David A. Keene. (Calhoun Times, GA)
The Biggest Tax Increase In World History May 27, 2009
Biggest Tax Increase In World History - HUMAN EVENTS. The House Energy and Commerce Committee on the evening of May 21 passed the biggest piece of the Obama administration and Congressional Democrats' agenda to put the federal government in charge of the American economy. (Human Events Online)
Strangers reunite dying teen with family May 24, 2009
Phil Gingrey, R-Georgia. Gingrey got the State Department involved in expediting visas for Pascual and Maria Gonzalez, Juan's parents. (CNN -- US)
U.S. lawmakers ok expanding natgas market oversight May 21, 2009
The committee also rejected a measure offered by Republican Representative Phil Gingrey that would have required companies to purchase all permits required by the legislation's cap and trade system for carbon emissions. The Obama administration had supported 100 percent auction of carbon permits, which would have required polluters to immediately pay for emissions. (Scientific American)
Georgia lawmakers: Don't waste money on swine flu vaccine May 9, 2009
Phil Gingrey of Marietta and Paul Broun of Athens both physicians say it might be a waste of taxpayer money to develop a vaccine, even though experts predict the virus could re-emerge this winter. Resource. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Chambliss, Lewis push for pet projects May 8, 2009
Phil Gingrey, R-Marietta. Academic coach program/Ocilla: Would provide funding for academic coaches to help implement and monitor instructional strategies in Irwin County Schools; $320,000; Rep. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Why not hold terrorists right here in Ga.? May 4, 2009
Phil Gingrey, Republican from Marietta, has sponsored a resolution adding Georgia to the list of states terrified of Gitmo prisoners. The legislation, HR 817, is co-sponsored by the six other members of our Republican delegation. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Congressman Nathan Deal to run for governor May 2, 2009
He will keep the republican purity base focused on Johnny Isakson and Phil Gingrey and split among Johnson, Handel and that strange looking insurance guy. He still has thousands of democrat friends in Georgia, especially in his district. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Ex-Air Force chief: More F-22's needed May 1, 2009
Phil Gingrey, congressional backers of the F-22 are fighting to continue production even though Lockheed has said it won t protest the Pentagon s plans to end the program. We re not [going to] give up, Gingrey said this week. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Shipp: Broun should swap the microphone for his stethoscope Apr 15, 2009
The three physicians - Tom Price, Phil Gingrey and Paul Broun - were high achievers when they practiced medicine. As congressmen, they have proven to be strikeouts. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Big fight looms over F-22 jet, Georgia jobs Apr 12, 2009
Big fight on horizon over F-22 fighter jet. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Shipp: Republican political 'magic' makes F-22s disappear Apr 12, 2009
Phil Gingrey and Tom Price. Oh, I'm sure they received tons of mail praising their grand criticism of President Obama and his advisers. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Marietta jobs on the line as Pentagon declines F-22s Apr 7, 2009
Phil Gingrey, a Republican from Marietta. Gates anticipates a fight. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Fate of F-22, 2K jobs to be revealed Apr 5, 2009
Phil Gingrey, all Republicans from Georgia, couldn t be reached for comment Saturday. We re cautiously optimistic that Monday will be a favorable day for the F-22, said Chris Jackson, the spokesman for Gingrey whose district includes the Marietta aircraft plant. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
D.C. Takes the Blame, but Members Get the Bill Apr 1, 2009
By Roll Call Staff March 31, 2009. The District of Columbia issued new tax bills totaling a combined $94,400 this week to four House Members, after city officials acknowledged they had inadvertently given the Members property tax breaks intended for city residents. (Roll Call)
Rome art show winner gets $10,000 scholarship; Calhoun winner takes $2,500 scholarship Apr 1, 2009
Phil Gingrey, R-Marietta, is open to high school art students in all of the high schools in Georgia s 11th Congressional District. Fox s graphite drawing An Internal Paradox Self-portrait will hang in the tunnel between the House Office Building and the United States Capitol. (Calhoun Times, GA)
King disputes claim he wrongfully takes tax credit Mar 26, 2009
Roll Call reported the three other congressmen, all Republicans, claiming the credit are Tom Petri of Wisconsin, Phil Gingrey of Georgia and Mike Rogers of Alabama. Story Comments. (Sioux City Journal)
Campbell Brown: Don't rush bonus tax Mar 21, 2009
Phil Gingrey, R-Georgia: "This is like asking forgiveness for a mortal sin by saying one hail Mary.". Rep. (CNN)
Would $17 Bil In Federal Funds For Digital Health Records Pay? Mar 21, 2009
Investor's Business Daily: Would $17 Bil In Federal Funds For Digital Health Records Pay. Would $17 Bil In Federal Funds For Digital Health Records Pay. (Investors Business Daily)
New York Special Awash in Cash Mar 21, 2009
By Roll Call Staff March 20, 2009, 10:26 a.m.. Money is raining down in New York s hard-fought special Congressional election and much of it is coming from the people whom the candidates would like to join on Capitol Hill. (Roll Call)
High school artists honored Friday Mar 21, 2009
Phil Gingrey, R-Marietta, views Change in Perspective, by Gordon Central High Schools Heather Tommie in the 11th Congressional District High School Art Show ... Phil Gingrey, R-Marietta, is open to high school art students in all of the high schools in Georgia s 11th Congressional District. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Gingrey to be in Calhoun Friday Mar 18, 2009
Phil Gingrey, R-Marietta, will tour the Harris Arts Center in Calhoun on Friday. March 20 at 1 p.m. to view the pieces submitted for the 11th District Congressional Art Competition. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Obama May Back Tax on Health Benefits Mar 17, 2009
Phil Gingrey, also from Georgia and an obstetrician, said he would consider taxing high-value health care benefits. During the campaign, [Obama] was highly critical of McCain. (Newsmax)
Shipp: The South is 'short on leaders, long on dopes' Mar 15, 2009
Phil Gingrey sharply criticized radio talk-show host Rush Limbaugh for publicly hoping Obama would fail as president. Then a panicky Dr. Phil, realizing he had taken issue with the GOP's generalissimo, hastily apologized. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Plan includes earmarks for local projects Mar 15, 2009
Taxpayers for Common Sense credited Republican Phil Gingrey with the state's highest earmark funding from solo earmarks with $31. 5 million, most of which were for water and infrastructure projects. (The Augusta Chronicle)
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Democrats Wanted Bush To Fail - HUMAN EVENTS. Democrats Wanted Bush To Fail by Larry Elder 03/12/2009. (Human Events Online)
- Life Out Here: A Rush to the top 0 Mar 11, 2009
Ask Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele and Congressman Phil Gingrey how they felt after run-ins with Rush. They ended up publicly groveling for forgiveness from Rush after he chewed their heads off. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Message to GOP: Love means saying you’re sorry Mar 11, 2009
Phil Gingrey and South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford preceded him) to find himself offering clarifications and apologies for making the mistake of speaking honestly about the party;s bloviator in chief. It;s a sign that, for all the talk about rebranding and reinventing, the party remains too reluctant and regressive to match its words with actions. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Leading the opposition Mar 8, 2009
Congressman Phil Gingrey told Limbaugh that "you don't have to try to do what's best for your people and your party. You know you're just on these talk shows and you're living well.". Limbaugh attacked them both on the air and they quickly offered public apologies. (CNN -- International)
LETTER: 'Gray areas' exist on many major issues Mar 8, 2009
Harry Potter wrote on Mar 7, 2009 6:35 AM:" In recent weeks, a growing number of conservatives have hopped on the Rush Limbaugh bandwagon, saying they agree with his repeated statements that he hopes President Obama fails. Michelle Malkin, Tom Delay, Rick Santorum, Rep. Mike Pence (R-IN), Sen. David Vitter (R-LA) have all said they want Obamas policies to fail.The Weekly Standards Bill Kristol, however, seems to disagree with this sentiment. In an interview with Fox and Friends yesterday,... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Both parties love big government _ just different programs Mar 8, 2009
Phil Gingrey , R- Ga. for example, argued recently for buying nearly 200 more of the F-22 Raptor jets, calling them critical to defend against China and Russia. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
How Rush is making Republicans wimps Mar 6, 2009
Phil Gingrey to South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford to Republican Party chairman Michael Steele all issuing craven apologies to Limbaugh after uttering the truth, which is that Rush's rhetoric is "ugly" and that he was wrong to say he hoped President Obama would fail. The monster the GOP collectively createdRush's "dittohead" army of conservative listenersmakes life miserable for anyone who dares criticize the Great Bloviator. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Republicans Object to Russia Ploy Mar 6, 2009
The letter was signed by 47 Republicans: John Boehner (OH), Eric Cantor (VA), Mike Pence (IN), John M. McHugh (NY), Michael Turner (OH), Robert B. Aderholt (AL), Todd Akin (MO), Michele Bachmann (MN), Spencer Bachus (AL), Rob Bishop (UT), Marsha Blackburn (TN), Roy Blunt (MO), Kevin Brady (TX), Dan Burton (IN), Mike Coffman (CO), Mike Conaway (TX), Lincoln Diaz-Balart (FL), Mario Diaz-Balart (FL), Mary Fallin (OK), John Fleming (LA), Trent Franks (AZ), Phil Gingrey (GA), Louie Gohmert (TX), Kay... (Human Events Online)
Prove citizenship to vote Mar 5, 2009
I know how Michael Steele and Phil Gingrey must feel. By Redneck Convert. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Limbaugh challenges Obama to on-air debate Mar 5, 2009
Conservative radio talk-show host Rus Limbaugh, who calls himself a. harmless, lovable little fuzz ball. (USA Today)
Emanuel: GOP relies on Limbaugh Mar 2, 2009
Phil Gingrey, Georgia Republican, in January criticized Mr. Limbaugh and called for him to "back off," Mr. Gingrey quickly recanted in a written statement and with an-air apology. "I want to express to you and all your listeners my very sincere regret for those comments I made," Mr. Gingrey told Mr. Limbaugh on his show a day after the lawmaker's comments appeared in a Washington political publication. (Insight on the News)
