Summitt, Krzyzewski take part in memorial for NCAA's Brand Oct 29, 2009
Also among the speakers: Georgia Tech men's basketball coach Paul Hewitt, NBA Commissioner David Stern and a number of Indiana politicians including Gov. Mitch Daniels and U.S. senators Richard Lugar and Evan Bayh. Mellencamp, the Grammy Award-winning singer who lives in Bloomington, Ind. (USA Today -- Sports)
The Bench in Purgatory Oct 27, 2009
Hamilton has the strong support of his home state Republican senator, Richard Lugar. Beverly Martin, an appeals court nominee supported by Georgia's two conservative Republican senators, was unanimously reported out of the Senate judiciary committee by a voice vote more than 46 days ago. (Slate)
Obama Faces 90 Federal Judge Vacancies Oct 17, 2009
Richard G. Lugar (Ind. -- symbolized the president's intention to pick moderates. (CBS News -- US)
Obama signs aid package bill for Pakistan Oct 16, 2009
"The legislation does not seek in any way to compromise Pakistan's sovereignty, impinge on Pakistan's national security interests, or micromanage any aspect of Pakistani military or civilian operations," said the act's sponsors, Senators John Kerry and Richard Lugar and Representative Howard Berman, on Wednesday in an "explanatory statement.". Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi, who was in Washington for a clarification on the massive aid package, welcomed Wednesday that the... (Xinhuanet, China)
Why Pakistanis would reject $7.5 billion in US aid Oct 15, 2009
Richard Lugar (R) of Indiana will improve the ordinary lives of the people. The poll comes after Pakistan's military and political opposition strenuously objected to various strings attached to the aid, opening a rift in US-Pakistan relations. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
'No change' to Pakistan aid bill Oct 14, 2009
The package, which Mr Kerry co-authored with Senator Richard Lugar, triples non-military aid to Pakistan to an annual outlay of $1. 5bn for five years. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Don't 'Diss' Pakistan Again Oct 14, 2009
and Richard Lugar (R-Ind. triples the amount of U.S. economic assistance to Pakistan. (Human Events Online)
Kerry-Lugar bill a Catch-22 for Pakistan Oct 14, 2009
military and non-military aid, the US has since moved on to tripling non-military aid by way of the Kerry-Lugar bill - drafted by Senate Foreign Relations Committee chairman John F Kerry and ranking Republican Richard Lugar - which authorizes a grant of $1. 5 billion annually over the next five years. (Asia Times Online)
Dorgan, Enzi Seek End to Cuba Travel Ban Oct 13, 2009
Richard Lugar of Indiana, ranking Republican on the Foreign Relations Committee, according to The Hill report. When asked about his tactics for getting the bill down the legislative pike, Dorgan said he is seeking a committee that can pass the legislation or take it straight to the floor. (Newsmax)
Pakistani foreign minister: US aid is crucial, stronger talks needed with US on Afghanistan Oct 12, 2009
John Kerry, a Democrat, and Richard Lugar, a Republican, assured him Tuesday that the economic aid has no conditions attached. He said criticism of the aid in Pakistan is part of the "beauty of a democracy," where differing points of view are natural. (FOX61, CT)
* Senator calls for US-ASEAN free trade agreement Oct 11, 2009
The United States should proceed to develop a comprehensive strategy toward engaging ASEAN in serious FTA discussions, US Senator Richard Lugar said in a statement. The proposal comes at time when many business groups are complaining US President Barack Obama does not have an agenda to open new markets for US exports. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
US lawmaker wants ASEAN free trade deal Oct 10, 2009
Republican Senator Richard Lugar said on Friday that China, India, Australia, New Zealand and South Korea have free trade agreements already with the 10-nation ASEAN and "are sharpening a competitive edge over the US in South-East Asia.". Lugar says the United States should "develop a comprehensive strategy toward" US-ASEAN trade talks. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
AP: Obama focused on al-Qaida, not Taliban Oct 9, 2009
Richard Lugar, R- Ind. take part in the committee's hearing on the Al-Qaeda threat in Pakistan and Afghanistan, Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009, on Capitol Hill in Washington. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Man, 81, finishes race after borrowing a catheter Oct 9, 2009
The aid bill, sponsored in the Senate by Massachusetts Democrat John Kerry and Indiana Republican Richard Lugar, was meant to improve the U.S. image in Pakistan ... The aid bill, sponsored in the Senate by Massachusetts Democrat John Kerry and Indiana Republican Richard Lugar, was meant to improve the U.S. image in Pakistan. (Fresno Bee)
Pakistan army: Serious concern over aid bill Oct 8, 2009
The bill, co-authored by Senators John Kerry and Richard Lugar, also provides for an assessment of how effective the civilian government's control is over the powerful military. Pakistan's army chief met his top commanders at army headquarters in Rawalpindi and reiterated that Pakistan was a sovereign state and had the right to respond to threats in accordance with its interests, the military said. (MSNBC -- International)
Pakistani official calls US aid crucial Oct 8, 2009
Qureshi said that key backers of the bill, Senators John Kerry, a Democrat, and Richard Lugar, a Republican, assured him Tuesday that the economic aid has no conditions attached. He said criticism of the aid in Pakistan is part of the beauty of a democracy, where differing points of view are natural. (Boston Globe)
Obama Will Make Up Own Mind on Afghanistan Oct 7, 2009
Richard Lugar, Foreign Affairs Ranking Member, R-Ind. Sen. (CBS News)
Armenian group slams the White House for pushing Turkey agreements Oct 4, 2009
In an interview with Turkey's Anatolia news agency this week, Senate Foreign Relations Committee Ranking Member Richard Lugar (R-Ind. lauded the protocols as "historic," adding "I hope that there would not be any obstacle before boosting relations between Turkey and Armenia.". (TheHill.com)
Kerry, GOP senator tussle over Honduran trip Oct 3, 2009
The spat, which was first reported in the blog Washington Note, is unusual on a committee known for collegial relations between the two parties, based on the close friendship between the previous chairman, Vice President Joe Biden, and ranking Republican Richard Lugar of Indiana. While some Republicans saw the move as a disturbing use of power by Kerry, who became chairman of the influential committee earlier this year, several Democratic aides described the move as an attempt to rein in one of... (Boston Globe)
For Kirk, ‘sobering, emotional’ Sep 26, 2009
But over a private lunch with his wife and Kerry in the Senate dining room, a few of Kirk s new colleagues came over to say hello, including Republicans Richard Lugar of Indiana and Bob Bennett of Utah. Energy Secretary Steven Chu also stopped to chat with Kirk and Kerry, who is helping lead the effort to pass a climate change bill this fall. (Boston Globe)
U.S. to triple financial aid to Pakistan over 5 years Sep 25, 2009
and Richard Lugar, R-Ind. would provide $1. (AZCentral -- News)
Black Sea Wars Sep 24, 2009
Richard Lugar at the Cold War's end. NATO went out of area, and is coming back with its tail between its legs. (Human Events Online)
•NEW: Transcript of Lugar's speech Sep 22, 2009
Richard Lugar kicked off Franklin College's 175th anniversary lecture series on Sunday. Lugar called on Hoosiers to demand better education results. (The Daily Journal)
•Lugar pushes education reform Sep 21, 2009
Lugar pushes education reform. Lugar pushes education reform. (The Daily Journal)
Obama, legislators hear of Afghan progress Sep 17, 2009
We re borrowing from other countries to finance this war, Senator Richard Lugar of Indiana, the senior Republican on the committee, said at the hearing. This is why some unorthodox thinking may be involved. (Boston Globe)
•Letter: Health care reform will save money Sep 17, 2009
Richard Lugar and Evan Bayh. Both emphasize fiscal responsibility. (The Daily Journal)
Blumenauer's end-of-life counseling once favored by Palin Sep 15, 2009
The Alaska proclamation was "not evaluating whether your life is worth surgery or a pill -- or maybe even assisted death. It was not law of the land, cost taxpayers nothing and did not incentivize end-of-life health care cost reduction, Stapleton said. YouTube: Blumenauer s office noted that the House provision also was voluntary until the patient received a terminal diagnosis and that euthanasia was illegal in all 50 states. Further the provision blocked funding for physician-assisted suicide... (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Our view: Racing to resources Sep 12, 2009
Richard Lugar of Indiana was an enthusiastic supporter when he chaired the committee ... Richard Lugar described the opposition this way: "Concerns have been expressed primarily by those who oppose virtually any multi-lateral agreement.". (Anchorage Daily News)
* Withdrawal from Iraq on track, US envoy says Sep 12, 2009
Senator Richard Lugar, a top Republican, addressing Hill at a separate hearing before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, said he was more concerned about how a US withdrawal is carried out than its exact timing. For our own part, serious questions remain about our policies going forward and our strategy, Lugar said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
AP News in Brief Sep 11, 2009
Richard Lugar, R-Ind. addressing Hill at a separate hearing before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, said he was more concerned about how a U.S. withdrawal is carried out than its exact timing. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Obama faces hurdles on nuclear disarmament Sep 4, 2009
Richard Lugar, R-Ind. a well-regarded arms control and nonproliferation expert, recently told The Associated Press that the administration should build its case and wait at least until the second half of 2010 to push for a vote. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Senator calls for Lockerbie investigation Sep 3, 2009
Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. Most Viewed - Politics. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Lautenberg wants Senate hearing on bomber's release Sep 3, 2009
and ranking Republican Richard Lugar (Ind. Lautenberg drew attention to recent media reports that the Scottish government may have released Abdel Basset al-Megrahi after serving eight years of his 27-year sentence because of a desire to improve commercial ties between Britain and Libya. (TheHill.com)
Environmentalists Stumble in Climate Fight Sep 1, 2009
Richard G. Lugar (R-Ind. a staff member said letters were running 100 for and 7,000 against climate legislation. (CBS News)
Clinton has her own problems Sep 1, 2009
"Obama administration officials have been engaged in international talks on enormous budgetary commitments that could go well beyond the $53.9 billion that we are considering today," said the committee's ranking minority member, Senator Richard Lugar, at the senate budget hearing. "The administration chose not to include its $108 billion request for the International Monetary Fund as part of the regular 2010 budget, [and although] the IMF [International Monetary Fund] is essential to shoring up... (Asia Times Online)
"Where Memory and Hope Converge": The Funeral of Edward M. Kennedy Aug 30, 2009
"Clearly partisanship is very aside today" said Senator Richard Lugar, an Indiana Republican. The service embraced the youngest of the clan, just as he had once been the youngest, or as Obama put it, "the baby of the family who became its patriarch; the restless dreamer who became its rock." Kennedy's four grandchildren, and the youngest grandchild of each of his siblings, read from his speeches, calling on the congregation to join in prayer for the causes he championed, for universal health... (Time.com)
John Kerry: Back in the Hunt At Last Aug 26, 2009
"I think," Republican Senator Richard Lugar of Indiana says, "at least as I have watched him, he does have a great deal more vigor and enthusiasm.". Not many people would have predicted this. (Time.com)
Military: Al-Qaida 'Very Capable' of More Attacks Aug 25, 2009
Richard Lugar, also appearing on "State of the Union," warned that Obama would need offer strong backing for McChrystal's report and requests. "I think the president really has to face the fact that his own leadership here is critical. He really can't just leave this to the Congress, to General McChrystal, and say, folks, sort of, discuss this after the report comes in.". (Newsmax)
'Al-Qaeda still a threat' Aug 24, 2009
Republican Senator Richard Lugar, also appearing on CNN's State of the Union, warned that Obama would need offer strong backing for McChrystal's report and requests. "I think the president really has to face the fact that his own leadership here is critical. He really can't just leave this to the Congress, to General McChrystal, and say, folks, sort of, discuss this after the report comes in.". (iAfrica.com)
Sunday's TV news shows Aug 24, 2009
Richard Lugar, R-Ind. Joe Lieberman, independent-Conn. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Support for Afghan war shrinks, vexes Mullen Aug 24, 2009
" McCain acknowledged that public opinion on Afghanistan is slipping. He said that opinion could be reversed. "I think you need to see a reversal of these very alarming and disturbing trends on attacks, casualties, areas of the country that the Taliban has increased control of," he said. Sen. Richard Lugar of Indiana, the top Republican on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, said Obama's leadership on Afghanistan is vital to bolstering public support. "He really can't just leave this to the... (USA Today -- News)
Lieberman wavers on health care bill Aug 24, 2009
Richard Lugar, R-Ind. also suggested that a fresh start was needed. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Late TV Listings Aug 23, 2009
Guests: Admiral Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; Retired Lieutenant General Karl Eikenberry, US ambassador to Afghanistan; Senators Richard Lugar of Indiana, Joseph Lieberman of Connecticut, and Benjamin Cardin of Maryland; Representative Emanuel Cleaver II of Missouri. 9 a.m. (CNN). (Boston Globe)
•Fire department to add ambulance, crew Aug 21, 2009
Richard Lugar announced Thursday that the White River Township Fire Protection District will get a $650,000 federal grant for hiring. The department has not received official word about the grant but hopes to use the money to hire the equivalent of six full-time workers who would staff a new ambulance. (The Daily Journal)
On the death of the public option Aug 18, 2009
5); and the two Senators are Richard Lugar (not likely to vote very far outside the 'GOOPer consensus') and Blue Dog leader Evan Bayh. All in all, though, I find it preferable to be represented on Capital Hill by people I agree with than to be represented by idiots. (Harper's Magazine)
GOPretreaton end-of-life counseling? Aug 15, 2009
Richard Lugar of Indiana and Susan Collins of Maine have co-sponsored legislation in recent years promoting the counseling, including in initial Medicare visits and through a proposed government-run insurance program for long-term care. In the House, Republican Reps. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Global healthcare takes more than a pill Aug 13, 2009
Many of the principles embodied by the corporation inform the ongoing debate about foreign aid, including a foreign assistance reform bill recently unveiled by Senators Kerry and Richard Lugar. The corporation is an incubator of sorts, testing ideas, using incentives for good policies, applying rigorous measures to evaluate projects, practicing candor. (Boston Globe)
This Minority Will Be Vindicated Aug 10, 2009
The nine Republican senators who voted for her, on the other hand, such as South Carolina's Lindsey Graham, Indiana's Richard Lugar, and Missouri's Kit Bond, may well end up being viewed by their constituents as having let themselves be bamboozled by the rhetorical flourishes of a street-smart New Yorker. A new University of Tennessee analysis scrutinized Sotomayor's record using a statistical model based on the records of 31 Supreme Court justices. (Investors Business Daily)
Sen. Kerry frets over Obama letter to GOP Aug 9, 2009
Richard Lugar of Indiana, the ranking Republican on the Foreign Relations Committee. In the letter to Lugar on Wednesday, the State Department seemed to distance itself from Zelaya, criticizing his "insistence on taking provocative actions" that contributed to the crisis and saying that the administration's policy "is not based on supporting any politician or individual.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Honduras Has Won Aug 8, 2009
In a welcome about-face, the State Department told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee's Richard Lugar, R-Ind. in a letter Tuesday that the U.S. would no longer threaten sanctions on Honduras for ousting its president, Mel Zelaya, last June 28. (Investors Business Daily)
Dems Assault Obamacare Opponents at Tampa Bay Town Hall Aug 8, 2009
Susan Collins (Maine), Lindsey Graham (S.C.), Judd Gregg (N.H.), Richard Lugar (Ind. Mel Martinez (Fla. (Human Events Online)
Obama Backs Off on Punishing Honduras Aug 7, 2009
Richard Lugar, the ranking Republican on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, stating that the U.S. still "energetically" opposes Zelaya's June 28 ouster, according to The Wall St. Journal. But it also slams Zelaya's for some things he did that preceded his removal from office, including trying to change Honduras's constitution to potentially stay in power. (Newsmax)
* Leading presidential hopeful criticizes Zelaya ouster Aug 7, 2009
The letter to Republican Senator Richard Lugar contained criticism of Zelaya, saying the left-leaning former leader had taken provocative actions before his removal by the army. It also indicated severe US economic sanctions were not being considered against the de facto government. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Click to read:Senate Confirms Sotomayor to Supreme Court Aug 7, 2009
Senate Confirms Sotomayor to Supreme Court - CBS News. WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2009. (CBS News)
Senate Confirms Sotomayor as First Hispanic Supreme Court JusticeObama's Supreme Court nominee confirmed by Senate in 68-31 vote. Aug 7, 2009
Susan Collins and Olympia Snowe of Maine, Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, Richard Lugar of Indiana, and Lamar Alexander of Tennessee. All 59 Democrats who were present voted for Sotomayor. (ABC News)
Sotomayor approval with some GOP support a good decision Aug 7, 2009
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Hispanics celebrate Sotomayor Aug 7, 2009
Richard Lugar of Indiana. Mel Martinez of Florida. (USA Today)
Myers to head Defense Threat Reduction Agency Aug 1, 2009
Richard Lugar, (R-Ind. the committees ranking member, on matters relating to European, former Soviet and Central Asian affairs. (FCW.com)
World to benefit from co-op between China, U.S.: Official Jul 30, 2009
During his meeting with Senator John Kerry and Senator Richard Lugar in the Capitol Hill, Washington, Dai said China and the United States share important responsibilities and have common interests for human's peace and development. Chinese State Councilor Dai Bingguo (2nd L) has breakfast with U.S. senators John Kerry (1st R) and Richard Lugar (1st L) in Washington on July 29, 2009. (Xinhuanet, China)
Cornyn to vote against Sotomayor Jul 27, 2009
Susan Collins and Olympia Snowe of Maine and Richard Lugar of Indiana are among those who have said they'll back Sotomayor, while Sens. Thad Cochran of Mississippi and Bob Bennett of Utah, like Hatch, say they'll oppose her this time around. (Odessa American, TX)
Senate warns against concessions on nuclear treaty Jul 27, 2009
Richard Lugar of Indiana, said he has not yet made up his mind. East Europeans nervous as US courts Russia. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
GOP Sens. Cornyn, Hatch to vote against Sotomayor Jul 26, 2009
Cornyn, Hatch to vote against Sotomayor - Yahoo. Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Congress Passes Veto-Proof Farm Bill (2) Jul 26, 2009
Richard Lugar, a former Republican chairman of the Senate Agriculture Committee, voted against the bill. I do not believe our nation is best served by this farm bill that continues to make payments that defy common sense, snubs our trading partners, and balloons taxpayer spending, Lugar said. (Agri-View, WI)
McCain to Consider Support of Nuclear Test Ban Jul 25, 2009
Richard Lugar of Indiana, said he has not yet made up his mind. Obama has said that ratifying the treaty is a priority as he tries to reverse the spread of nuclear weapons and reduce the threat that they will be used. (Newsmax)
Arrest of black scholar stirs national debate Jul 25, 2009
" Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., Sen. Olympia Snowe, R-MaineSen. Susan Collins, R-MaineSen. Richard Lugar, R-Indiana Sen. Mel Martinez, R-FloridaApparently, since these Republican Senators have announced they are voting for her confirmation, they are in agreement with our President.I guess they must not be 'real' Republicans, huh? " ... Richard Lugar, R-Indiana Sen. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
