Senate Dems To White House: We Need Help Oct 27, 2009
and Russ Feingold (D-Wisc. discuss the current situation in Afghanistan and health care reform. (CBS News -- Opinion)
Feingold: Voters Oppose Afghan Troop Surge Oct 26, 2009
Russ Feingold, D-Wisc ... Russ Feingold (D-Wisc ... Russ Feingold (D-Wis. (CBS News)
GOP senators back away from Cheney's Afghan war words Oct 26, 2009
Russ Feingold (D-Wis. confirmed McCain's hunch, saying that "there will be resistance to this if necessary...We will act and we will do what we can," to stop Obama from sending additional troops. (TheHill.com)
Republicans Seek Quick Boost in Force in Afghanistan Oct 26, 2009
Russ Feingold (D-Wis. who appeared on ABC s This Week, said the United States should reduce its troop levels in Afghanistan and instead focus on combating al-Qaida. (Roll Call)
Lawmakers split on timing of Afghan decision Oct 26, 2009
Russ Feingold, D-Wis. was more strident, saying he is against a build up of American forces. (MSNBC -- International)
Late TV listings Oct 25, 2009
Guests: Senators John McCain of Arizona and Russ Feingold of Wisconsin. 10:30 a.m. (4). (Boston Globe)
Healthcare reform, Afghanistan to top Sunday shows Oct 25, 2009
and Senate Foreign Relations Committee member Russ Feingold (D-Wis. will also tackle the issue on CBS Face the Nation. (TheHill.com)
Guests for the Sunday TV news shows Oct 24, 2009
and Russ Feingold, D-Wis. Musadeq Sadeq. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Senate votes to expand hate crimes protection Oct 23, 2009
All the no votes were Republicans, except for Senator Russ Feingold, a Wisconsin Democrat, who supported the hate crimes provision but opposes what he says is the open-ended military commitment in Afghanistan. The inclusion of the controversial language of the hate crimes legislation, which is unrelated to our national defense, is deeply troubling, said Senator Jeff Sessions, an Alabama Republican. (Boston Globe)
Congress votes to add gays to hate-crimes law Oct 23, 2009
Russ Feingold, D-Wis. who supported the hate-crimes provision but opposed what he said is the open-ended military commitment in Afghanistan. (AZCentral -- News)
Bipartisan Surveillance State Oct 20, 2009
With a majority in Congress, a clear list of reforms set out by Russ Feingold and six other Democrats in the JUSTICE Act, and a president who had presented himself as a friend to civil libertarians, it certainly seemed possible. In late September, during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, Sen. (The American Conservative)
Feingold tweets intention to introduce new deficit reduction legislation Oct 18, 2009
Russ Feingold (D-Wisc. plans to introduce a bill next week that he believes will reduce the federal deficit by about $500 billion, he said in. (TheHill.com)
The Top 10 Reasons to Kill 'Cap-and-Tax' Oct 16, 2009
As progressive Wisconsin Senator Russ Feingold has said, You know, the other countries won t play ball;They cannot be given a free pass, and we cannot do cap and trade alone. 9) IT HAS NEVER WORKED: The European Union has had a cap-and-tax regime since 1997. (Human Events Online)
Obama, liberals split on security and media issues Oct 15, 2009
Russ Feingold, D-Wis. listens during the committee's confirmation hearing for Supreme Court nominee Judge Sonia Sotomayor in Washington. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
CBO Wrong on Health Bill's Cost to Taxpayers Oct 12, 2009
Russ Feingold (D.-Wis. a member who puts offsets in all of his spending bills, has joined McCain in proposing new earmark reform ideas. (Human Events Online)
McCain Vs. Palin For The GOP's Soul Oct 11, 2009
Russ Feingold, D-Wis. to restrict the political speech guaranteed by the First Amendment through his campaign finance law which the Supreme Court may soon gut in its Citizens United v. FEC case. (Investors Business Daily)
Byrd announces $113M for W.Va. Oct 9, 2009
In addition to the funding Byrd obtained for the various DOD-related projects in West Virginia, Byrd joined in a successful effort, with Senators Russ Feingold (D-WI) and Bernie Sanders (I-VT), to include $12 million in the bill to conduct peer-reviewed Gulf War Illness research. The complex of symptoms commonly known as Gulf War Illnesses (GWI) - widespread pain, cognitive impairment, and persistent fatigue in conjunction with diverse other symptoms and abnormalities - are associated with... (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Read Hannity's America Oct 9, 2009
He has a reputation for being one of the most liberal senators in the entire country, but nonetheless it appears that even Russ Feingold is turning on President Obama and his "czars." ... SEN. RUSS FEINGOLD, D-WIS.: The White House has decided not to accept my invitation to send a witness to this hearing to explain its position on the constitutional issues we will address today ... You know things are getting bad for Barack Obama when even Russ Feingold is out to get him. (Fox News)
Feingold Holds Czar Hearings Oct 8, 2009
Senator Russ Feingold held his promised hearing on the constitutionality of so-called czars in the Obama administration on Tuesday afternoon, winnowing away at a list of criticized appointees in his effort to examine whether the Senates advise-and-consent role was being circumvented by the executive branch, according to a by the NY Times. . (Newsmax)
Feingold challenger to wear blaze orange Oct 8, 2009
Russ Feingold plans to wear blaze orange at every campaign appearance between now and the 2010 election. It helps that the Watertown business owner and political newcomer is an avid hunter. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Over 100 at Feingold listening session Oct 7, 2009
Russ Feingold s listening session Monday ... Russ Feingold in Waupun Monday morning. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
A loss of Senate democracy? Oct 2, 2009
Russ Feingold, D-Wis. introduced a constitutional amendment that would require all Senate vacancies to be filled by special election. (Albany Times Union)
Senators Have Wires Crossed on Security Oct 2, 2009
Russ Feingold, D-Wis. and Jeff Merkley, D-Ore. (Townhall.com)
Ex-Wis. Supreme Court justice up for federal job Oct 1, 2009
He was one of three finalists proposed by Wisconsin's two senators, Herb Kohl and Russ Feingold. PLEASE NOTE. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Pentagon opposes timeline to Afghan withdrawal Sep 30, 2009
Democratic senators Russ Feingold and Dianne Feinstein called for setting a timeline to withdraw troops. According to plans which Obama have already announced earlier this year, U.S. troop levels in Afghanistan will grow to 68,000 later this year. (Xinhuanet, China)
Blaming the wrong highjacker (83) Sep 30, 2009
I agree with what Republican Senator John McCain and Democratic Senator Russ Feingold have been saying for years about the corrupting influence of massive corporate contributions to our elected officials and the resulting legislation they support. The current debate on health care reform is a case in point. (Boerne Star, TX)
Dodd Moves to Repeal Anti-Terror Wiretap Laws Sep 30, 2009
His comment came a day after Senate Democrats Chris Dodd, Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick Leahy, Russ Feingold and Jeff Merkley said they planned to introduce legislation to repeal a provision in a 2008 act granting immunity to telecom companies that helped the government spy on Americans in suspected terrorism cases. The immunity issue was a key hang-up in a yearlong effort by Congress to come up with new rules about government surveillance and eavesdropping in the aftermath of the 9/11... (Newsmax)
Number, role of Obama's policy 'czars' spark debate Sep 30, 2009
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's David Jackson and Mimi Hall look at some of the so-called czars. (USA Today)
Congress Tackles Afghanistan Strategy Sep 30, 2009
On the Democratic side, an amendment is expected, perhaps from Wisconsin Democrat Russ Feingold, that would set a timeline for withdrawing troops from Afghanistan. "Many Democrats will say that we need to wait for the President to submit a plan," said a Democratic leadership aide. (Time.com)
For Kirk, ‘sobering, emotional’ Sep 26, 2009
Russ Feingold, a Wisconsin Democrat, said he had great respect for Kirk but would continue to press for a constitutional amendment requiring all Senate vacancies to be filled by elections, not appointments. Those with the power to write the laws of the land should be elected by the people those laws will affect, he said in a statement. (Boston Globe)
IRS Throws ACORN Under the Bus Sep 25, 2009
Russ Feingold (D-Wisc. to gut provisions for the roving wiretaps of terrorists and the lawsuit immunity protections afforded telecomm companies who provide critical information to law enforcement. (Human Events Online)
WISPIRG calls on Feingold to support green-energy bill Sep 25, 2009
Russ Feingold, D-Wis. to support the American Clean Energy and Security Act, which supporters say has the potential to create many jobs, achieve energy independence and reduce the effects of global warming. (The Digital Cardinal, WI)
Justice Dept. Moves to Limit Gov't Secrets Sep 24, 2009
Senator Russ Feingold, another Judiciary Committee Democrat, said, "While I am pleased that the Obama administration recognizes that the Bush approach was a mistake, its new policy is disappointing because it still amounts to an approach of 'just trust us.'". Ben Wizner of the American Civil Liberties Union said, "On paper, this is a step forward. In court, however, the Obama administration continues to defend a broader view of state secrets put forward by the Bush administration and to demand... (Newsmax)
In Jewish hall of fame: Streisand, no Stooges Sep 22, 2009
The list includes Ed Koch, mayor of New York; Jacob Javits, senator from New York; Herbert Lehman, governor of New York; Russ Feingold and Joseph Lieberman, U.S. senators from Wisconsin and Connecticut. We have Jews serving as U.S. Supreme Court justices, and one was secretary of state, Henry Kissinger. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Afghanistan could be lost within a year: US commander Sep 22, 2009
" But his Senate colleague Russ Feingold said it was time to "set a flexible timetable for withdrawal. " "Our goal must be to do what is in the best interests of our national security," said Feingold in a statement. "Sending more troops doesn't automatically make Americans more safe. (Yahoo! Asia News)
A Sour Milk Market Sep 19, 2009
In a letter to the Justice Department last month, two Democratic sentors, New York's Charles Schumer and Wisconsin's Russ Feingold, asserted that the company controls about 80 percent of the milk market in Michigan, Massachusetts and Tennessee, and about 70 percent of the market in New England. "Something is rotten in the state of Denmark,". (Slate)
CQ: Democrats run away from embattled ACORN Sep 19, 2009
One Democrat who had opposed anti-ACORN amendments in the past Wisconsins Russ Feingold said the recent revelations changed his mind. I felt it was time to send something of a message that theres concern, Feingold said. (MSNBC -- Politics)
FOXNEWS Ad Draws Protests... Sep 19, 2009
"Here's a simple fact: The Czar list compiled by Fox News and other outlets is just not fully accurate. They are listing people like Cass Sunstein, John Holdren and a few others as Czars but these folks have been confirmed by the Senate. That is significant because the main contention here is that these Czars run around unchecked and unaccountable to Congress. Their list shouldn't include them. If you want to make the argument that Sunstein and Holdren shouldn't be nominated by President Obama... (The Drudge Report)
Ashcroft May Be Sued for Rights Violation Sep 19, 2009
BTW, does this mean that I can sue John McCain and Russ Feingold and the entire congressional delegation for passing a law abridging the freedom of speech. Ray Pugh. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Local farmers say consumers should care about food producers Sep 18, 2009
Russ Feingold (D-Middleton) supports better services in rural areas. Farmers have been hit by the recession, just like many other small business owners. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
5 Things Dems Don't Like About the Baucus Bill Sep 18, 2009
"There's much more work to be done," said Russ Feingold, a Wisconsin Democrat. Asked if she could vote for the bill right now, Senator Blanche Lincoln, an Arkansas Democrat, smiled coyly. (Time.com)
Glenn Beck Slams Time, Praises Newsmax Sep 18, 2009
Robert Byrd of West Virginia, Dianne Feinstein of California and Russ Feingold of Wisconsin. The increasing influence of Beck's supporters is reflected in the fact that Beck himself has come under heavy attack lately. (Newsmax)
Feingold questions Obama 'czars' Sep 18, 2009
Russ Feingold (D-Wis. sent a letter to the president requesting the White House release information regarding the "roles and responsibilities" of the "czars." The Senate Judiciary Committee member also requested that the president's legal advisers prepare a "judgment" on the "czars'" constitutionality. (TheHill.com)
The loneliness of Max Baucus Sep 18, 2009
Russ Feingold, of Wisconsin, called it "healthcare reform in name only." Another Finance Democrat, John Kerry, told me as he ducked into an elevator that "I just think there's some issues with the substance." Conservative Ben Nelson of Nebraska -- a target of the Baucus negotiations almost as much as the Republicans were -- couldn't even manage to offer much of an endorsement. "I've reviewed the summary of the summary," he said. (Salon)
Baucus Bill Has No GOP Support Sep 17, 2009
Liberal colleagues such as West Virginia's Jay Rockefeller, chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee, and Wisconsin's Russ Feingold. Baucus had tried to woo Republican senators with that provision, but so far, none has publicly supported the bill. (Slate)
Congressional Dems Get Balky on Afghanistan Sep 15, 2009
Senator Russ Feingold has called for a withdrawal timeline. Senate Foreign Relations Committee chairman John Kerry has expressed concern and is holding hearings this fall on the necessity of more troops, while House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is holding her tongue (sort of) while she awaits the Obama Administration's definition of success in Afghanistan. (Time.com)
Click to read:Eight Years Later, War's End Not in Sight Sep 11, 2009
Obama discussed that the War in Afghanistan will "not be quick" and will "not be easy. Photo US army soldiers surrounded by dust as a helicopter takes off in Masi Kalay, Afghanistan. (CBS/AP) Fast Facts Learn about the people, economy and history. Stories (CBS) This story is by CBSNews.com political reporter Brian Montopoli. It was supposed to be swift and decisive response to the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks: Operation Enduring Freedom, the U.S. led invasion of Afghanistan, launched less than a... (CBS News -- 60 minutes II)
Supreme Court Arguments Under Way In Campaign Case Sep 10, 2009
and Russ Feingold, D-Wis. were in the courtroom Wednesday, along with their chief congressional opponent, Sen. (KCRA 3, CA)
Campaign-funding caps eyed Sep 10, 2009
and Russ Feingold, D-Wis. were in the courtroom Wednesday. (AZCentral -- News)
Supreme Court justices question campaign finance law Sep 10, 2009
John McCain (R) of Arizona and Russ Feingold (D) of Wisconsin, the two cosponsors of BCRA, warned that overturning the corporate restrictions in the law would be a "drastic step.". "At stake in this case are the voices of millions and millions of Americans that could be drowned out by large corporations if the decades-old restrictions on corporate electioneering are called into question," the senators said. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Unprecedented Sep 10, 2009
Solicitor General Elena Kagan represents the FEC, and Seth Waxman has 10 minutes to argue for John McCain and Russ Feingold. It is clear from minute one of oral argument that the parties to this lawsuit are plagued by very different nightmares. (Slate)
Read the 'JER' transcript Sep 9, 2009
It may come as no surprise that liberals, like Wisconsin Senator Russ Feingold, are beginning to question the administration's military strategy. But this week, conservative columnist George Will, made the case for getting out of Afghanistan as well. (Fox News)
On Afghanistan, GOP gives Obama an unexpected lift Sep 9, 2009
Wisconsin Senator Russ Feingold, claiming that our military presence in Afghanistan may be undermining our national security. Massachusetts congressman Jim McGovern that we re getting sucked into an endless war here. (Boston Globe)
Give power to the people Sep 8, 2009
Russ Feingold and John McCain lead a bipartisan group of members of Congress in a promising new effort to amend the Constitution to require election of all U.S. senators. Already approved in its first Senate committee, this legislation just may accomplish what democracy demands: giving voters the last word. (Albany Times Union)
Campaign finance laws before the Supreme Court Sep 6, 2009
Named after its Senate sponsors, Republican John McCain of Arizona and Democrat Russ Feingold of Wisconsin, it has been frequently challenged in front of the Supreme Court for its restrictions on what donors, corporations and unions can spend and how they can spend money in federal elections. Austin v. Michigan Chamber of Commerce. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Likely Gubernatorial Candidates Claim Undecided’ Status (2) Sep 6, 2009
U.S. Senator Russ Feingold (D-Wisconsin) last week predicted no health care bill would pass Congress this year because divisions are so deep. Politicians who must run for re-election in 2010 seem to be the most reluctant to take a stand on health care reform. (Agri-View, WI)
Hillary Movie Case to Redefine Campaign Finance? Sep 6, 2009
and Russ Feingold, D-Wis. and other sponsors of a major campaign finance law who don't want any significant change to the restrictions. (Time.com)
Another Snowe Job Sep 5, 2009
Russ Feingold is declares it to be dead, as the Wisconsin Democrat did last month, why would a Republican senator want to rescue it along with Democrats' political fortunes. The 80-plus-strong House Progressive Caucus and the Congressional Black Caucus are demanding the public option be included in what comes to the floor. (Investors Business Daily)
Gates says it's not time to leave Afghanistan Sep 4, 2009
Russ Feingold of Wisconsin questioned the U.S. strategy in Afghanistan, saying it has lost focus and needs a flexible timeline for withdrawing troops from the country. Additionally, Sen. (Honolulu Advertiser)
In It To Win It In Afghanistan? Sep 4, 2009
Russ Feingold want Obama to pull our troops out of Afghanistan. Now. (Investors Business Daily)
Gates: It is not time to get out of Afghanistan Sep 4, 2009
Russ Feingold (D) of Wisconsin has called for an "flexible timetable for withdrawing US forces, and conservative commentator George Will said in a column this week that it is time to pull troops out. Gates's comments Thursday appeared to set the stage for next week, when he will submit to the White House his formal recommendations for the Afghan war. It will be based on the recently submitted assessment by Gen. Stanley McChrystal, the commander of US forces in the country. There is little doubt... (Christian Science Monitor)
Washington's Afghan clock ticks down Sep 3, 2009
On Friday, for instance, US Senator Russ Feingold, a Wisconsin Democrat, called on Obama to set a timeline for withdrawing troops from Afghanistan in a Wall Street Journal op-ed. But hawks have sought to portray all war skeptics as being, like Feingold, liberal and dovish. (Asia Times Online)
Read 'Cost of Freedom' recap Sep 1, 2009
I like the idea out from Democrat Russ Feingold along with Republican Lindsey Graham about having a test pilot in 5 states. Why don't you have one state do health savings accounts, another do a single payer system, another do a co-op program. (Fox News)
Bhatnagar: Time for America to ban racial profiling Sep 1, 2009
Russ Feingold, D-Wisconsin, will introduce legislation designed to end profiling. The End Racial Profiling Act would not only compel all law enforcement agencies to ban racial profiling, it also would create and apply anti-profiling procedures, document data on stop/search/arrest activities by race and gender and create a remedy for victims of profiling to defend their rights. (CNN -- US)
The notables who attended Senator Kennedy's funeral Aug 30, 2009
Senator Russ Feingold. Senator Charles Schumer. (Boston Globe)
