Viewpoints: South Dakota senator rallies GOP support by being...nice Nov 14, 2009
Thune is the junior U.S. senator from South Dakota, the man who beat Tom Daschle in an epic campaign five years ago. The first thing everybody knows about him is that he is tall and handsome. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Dan Pfeiffer Replaces Anita Dunn at W.H. Nov 11, 2009
Tom Daschle of South Dakota and Sen. Evan Bayh of Indiana. (CBS News -- Politics)
Thune is hot commodity in GOP circles Nov 11, 2009
In 2004, he defeated Democratic leader Tom Daschle in a brutal campaign. With the help of the Bush White House, Thune blasted Daschle as a Washington insider who lost touch with his South Dakota roots. (CNN)
2010 elections: Democratic fears, GOP hopes Nov 9, 2009
John Thune of South Dakota did to then-Democratic leader Tom Daschle in 2004. The GOP is going after three Democratic-held seats filled with appointees after Obama chose sitting senators for his administration. (MSNBC -- Politics)
U.S. troops kill 2 Hussein sons Nov 6, 2009
Senate Democratic leader Tom Daschle of South Dakota praised the operation, calling it "a big win for the people of Iraq, our troops and the world.". But John D. Rockefeller IV of West Virginia, senior Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee, said, "We cannot ignore the fact that as long as Saddam Hussein is alive, or perceived to be alive, we have not won this war.". (FOX61, CT)
Senate Leader Harry Reid Faces Tough Re-Election Oct 27, 2009
The risks he faces were demonstrated all too clearly in 2004, when Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle, a South Dakota Democrat, was defeated for re-election. Across Route 95 in a dimly lighted casino, Jeff Collins sips a long-neck beer and talks about friends still jobless despite billions in stimulus spending. (KLAS-TV)
Who's Behind the White House War on Fox News? Oct 15, 2009
Democratic media consultant Dunn's claim to fame is her decade-long service as chief strategist for disgraced Democrat and former Senate Majority Leader turned health care lobbyist Tom Daschle. She was in the thick of his failed re-election campaign as Daschle asserted a bogus property-tax homestead exemption claim on his $1. (Human Events Online)
Amateur Hour Oct 3, 2009
Tom Daschle wasn't so lucky ... TOM DASCHLE, FORMER SOUTH DAKOTA SENATOR: I deeply apologize to President Obama, to my colleagues and to the American people. (Fox News)
Kyl walks tightrope balancing demands of party and voters Sep 12, 2009
"It's called the Curse of Tom Daschle," said Larry Sabato, director of the University of Virginia's Center for Politics, referring to the former Senate Democratic leader dumped by his South Dakota constituents in 2004. "When you're a leader, you have to draw partisan distinctions on virtually every major issue, and most Americans don't like that. Your partisans do, but the other party hates you and most independents say, 'You're not acting in the best interests of the country, you're acting in... (AZCentral -- News)
Nevada state senator to seek Reid's seat Sep 10, 2009
However, he said he did visit with Lowden and her supporters recently to talk about his success unseating former Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle in South Dakota in 2004. Vegas publisher met Reid after remark about paper. (Fresno Bee -- State)
The K Street Tax Cheat Who's Lobbying to Save Obamacare Sep 9, 2009
Tom Daschle is the human toe fungus of Washington -- a persistent infection that may disappear from time to time, but always comes back with a vengeance. Despite abandoning his secretary of health and human services nomination in disgrace in February 2009, the K Street tax cheat who evaded IRS rules for years remains a top White House confidante and policy strategist. (Townhall.com)
REID SHOCK: KENNEDY DEATH 'GOING TO HELP US'... Sep 2, 2009
Reid: Teddy's death "going to help us" - Glenn Thrush - POLITICO.com. Well, we attribute that to the former adminstration. (The Drudge Report)
Key Dem Calls Party Moderates "Brain Dead" Aug 28, 2009
"Will Rogers by TheMasses2002 August 27, 2009 5:40 PM EDT Prophetic, yet, it reeks of Cape Cod fishes ............. Will Rogers abused his horses - and NOT in the good way ......... by cdegolier August 27, 2009 7:06 PM EDT That's funny, when democrats are the ones with their hands out. by speakinup23 August 27, 2009 9:06 PM EDT HEAR HEAR ! cdegolier.... by bitterpill2010 August 28, 2009 12:42 AM EDT Democrats are the menacing panhandlers of politics. They want your money, because you OWE it to... (CBS News)
Woster: Everyone has their favorite S.D. spot (2) Aug 9, 2009
Perhaps a part of that was the fact that Rod Fouberg and Tom Daschle, two awfully nice and successful local fellows, were inducted this year and the city pride took over. I'm betting, however, that the hospitality on display throughout the Hall of Fame weekend, is simply how the folks in Aberdeen do business. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Bob Dole released from hospital after skin graft Jul 22, 2009
Dole, a former Senate majority leader who represented Kansas in the House and the Senate, serves on an advisory board for the Bipartisan Policy Center, a Washington think tank, with two other former majority leaders, Tom Daschle of South Dakota and Howard Baker of Tennessee. The board just published recommendations for health care reform. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Adelstein nomination gets Johnson's backing Jul 8, 2009
Posted: Wednesday, July 08, 2009 SIOUX FALLS (AP) -- Sen. Tim Johnson appeared before the Senate Agriculture Committee on Tuesday and urged the panel to confirm Rapid City native Jonathan Adelstein (ADD'-uhl-steen) as administrator of rural development for the Rural Utilities Service. (Sioux City Journal)
Race Critics: Capitol Hill Is Too White Jun 27, 2009
Given such poor numbers, lets acknowledge that there is something broken about the process, said Citigroup lobbyist Paul Thornell, a former aide to Al Gore and former Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle of South Dakota. He added that there are few intentional strategies in place to promote minorities. (Newsmax)
Thune succeeds Ensign in GOP leadership post Jun 26, 2009
He captured attention in 2004 when he defeated then-Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle of South Dakota. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Politics)
6/19/2009, 10:00am Ta, ta tax? Jun 20, 2009
Tom Daschle had, along with many many others), we dont need to add another layer to our tax code. Do as I say, not as I do. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Former Senate leaders push healthcare compromise Jun 18, 2009
WASHINGTON - Former Senate majority leaders, including Democrat Tom Daschle and Republican Robert Dole, are promoting a healthcare overhaul plan aimed at bridging differences between the two political parties and overcoming objections by doctors, hospitals, and insurers. Daschle, Dole, and Republican Howard Baker released a bipartisan plan yesterday that would tax some employer-provided health insurance premiums, require individuals and large employers to buy health insurance, and create public... (Boston Globe)
Obama Rides to the Rescue of Harry Reid May 23, 2009
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Daschle still key player on health care May 21, 2009
Former senator Tom Daschle, who withdrew his nomination for Health and Human Services secretary, is still very active in health care legislation. By John Fritze, USA TODAY WASHINGTON Nearly four months after tax troubles forced him to forgo his plan to lead the nation's health department, former senator Tom Daschle has re-emerged as a key player on health care, lawmakers and policy experts say. (USA Today)
Nuclear waste May 21, 2009
- June 2002: YUCCA MOUNTAIN: A radioactive dilemma- msnbc. Proposed tomb is scarred by issues of science and bad public relations. (MSNBC -- Environment)
New mayor well equipped to lead city in new direction May 10, 2009
Tom Daschle of South Dakota sent him packing because they viewed him as resisting anything President George W. Bush was proposing. The same was true for former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich. (Anchorage Daily News)
Conrad's true colors showing May 6, 2009
The only numbers that we need to be counting at this time is the number of days until we can give him the same "goodbyes" as South Dakota gave Tom Daschle. It's time for change that we can trust. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
State delegation split in assessing Obama11:48 pm | (No comments posted.) Apr 29, 2009
Johnson: I largely regret that Tom Daschle was not available to be secretary of the HHS [Health and Human Services], but other than that, he has appointed his whole cabinet in a timely fashion - He has had his whole cabinet appointed ahead of schedule compared to recent years. Thune: Honestly, I voted for Hillary Clinton. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Sen. Reid, Under GOP Fire, Revs Up Fundraising Apr 14, 2009
Republicans like to compare Mr. Reid to former Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle, a South Dakota Democrat defeated in 2004 by Republican John Thune. The Thune campaign succeeded in depicting Mr. Daschle as aligned with the national Democratic Party's liberal agenda and as out of step with South Dakota voters. (Newsmax)
Tribal leader sees Adelstein appointment as plus for tribes Mar 30, 2009
Tom Daschle and has served on the FCC since 2002. Daschle said Adelstein's experience makes him uniquely suited to run the Rural Utilities Service. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Facts: How U.S. Health Care Really Stacks Up Mar 27, 2009
Tom Daschle, who was nearly named the administration's health and human services secretary, says the "flaws in our health care system are pervasive and corrosive.". Rep. (Investors Business Daily)
Third group adds voice to chorus backing ethanol Mar 24, 2009
Buis served as an agricultural policy aide to former Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle. Growth Energy joins two other ethanol advocacy groups: the American Coalition for Ethanol and the Renewable Fuels Association. (Sioux City Journal)
The Fives: A tale of two states -- West Dakota and East Dakota Mar 11, 2009
He's the local boy whose winning smile, fiscal tight-fistedness and strong Christian, conservative beliefs helped him rise to a position of power in South Dakota and unseat the obstructionist Tom Daschle from office. Heck, even if you're the rarest of the rare -- a Democrat with a permanent residence this side of Oacoma -- you at least appreciate, albeit to a small degree, that he seems to speak to local interests such as ranching and management of public lands. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Hard Sell on Stem Cells Mar 7, 2009
The LAT piece is datelined from Nevada and highlights the efforts Republicans nationwide are taking to when he comes up for election in 2010, a campaign comparable to the one that got his predecessor Tom Daschle voted out in South Dakota in 2004. Also in the papers: South Koreans who were unlucky enough to be shipped by their Japanese occupiers in World War II to, of all places, Hiroshima have , the LAT writes. (Slate)
Daleys took ride on charity's private jet Mar 5, 2009
Tom Daschle of South Dakota and convicted former Republican Sen. Ted Stevens of Alaska. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Is a National Clean Energy Smart Grid Convergence on the Horizon? Mar 4, 2009
The EFC is a coalition of business, labor and environmental associations, whose steering committee includes Richard Branson of the Virgin Group, former deputy secretary of energy Charles Curtis, former South Dakota senator and Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle, the Center for American Progress' CEO and president John Podesta, the AFL-CIO's Gerald Shea, United Nations Foundation president and former senator Timothy Wirth, and many others. Its vision statement, released on Feb. 20, outlined the... (Energy Pulse, CO)
Gov. Sebelius sized up for health post Mar 2, 2009
Former Senate majority leader Tom Daschle, a South Dakota Democrat, withdrew last month after disclosing he had to repay $140,167 in back taxes and penalties to the IRS.. Obama often has said he would rely on Daschle to shepherd his health care proposals through Congress. (USA Today -- News)
HEALTH CARE REPORT: Cabinet whispers Feb 24, 2009
Former Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle was Mr. Obama's top choice for the HHS post until the South Dakota Democrat's highly publicized tax problems forced him to withdraw from consideration three weeks ago. Beltway speculation increasingly has pointed to Mrs. Sebelius as now having the best shot at the job. (Insight on the News)
Obama names nurse to head healthcare access agency Feb 21, 2009
Obama has not named a nominee to head HHS after former South Dakota Senator Tom Daschle withdrew because of personal tax issues. (Editing by Eric Walsh). (Reuters)
Clinton says Obama 'off to a good start' Feb 17, 2009
Healthcare advocates fear gap in White House action WASHINGTON - When Tom Daschle stepped down two weeks ago as director of the White House Office on Health Reform and withdrew his nomination to be secretary of health and human services, it left a gaping hole in President Obama's leadership team, one that healthcare advocates say has stalled what they hoped would be speedy action on high-priority measures. "The health agenda isn't being addressed and the health agenda was certainly a big part of... (Boston Globe)
Sen. Gregg Withdraws Commerce Secretary Nomination Feb 13, 2009
Tom Daschle of South Dakota due to his income tax problems, the Gregg nomination is another significant embarrassment for the White House. Gregg s comment about the census -- White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel s hijacking of the census from the Commerce Department to keep it under political control in the White House -- shows how much of a political firestorm is building on that issue. (Human Events Online)
Gregg withdraws as Commerce nominee Feb 13, 2009
Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner was confirmed despite revelations that he had not paid some of his taxes on time, and former Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle withdrew as nominee as Health and Human Services secretary in a tax controversy. In his statement, Gregg said his withdrawal had nothing to do with the vetting into his past that Cabinet officials routinely undergo. (AZCentral -- News)
Obama's Commerce pick drops out Feb 13, 2009
TOM DASCHLE: The former Democratic senator from South Dakota was chosen Dec. 11 to head the Health and Human Services Department. He withdrew Feb. 3 amid controversy over his failure to pay all his taxes in the last two years until after his selection. (News & Observer)
Viewpoint: Beware of good friends bearing gifts Feb 13, 2009
Tom Daschle lost his chance to be secretary of Health and Human Services after failing to pay more than 140,000 in back taxes ... He knew that "Washington lobbyists" like Tom Daschle are often the most knowledgeable and effective people in town. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
President Obama faces taxing problems Feb 11, 2009
All of you know that three of President Obama s major appointees - namely, Tom Daschle to be secretary of Health and Human Services, Nancy Killefer to be Chief Performance Officer (or something) and Timothy Geithner to be Treasury Secretary - all failed the income tax test. Their response: Oh, sorry, I just forgot a few minor details. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
The Fives: Patches, punches, bobbleheads and more -- South Dakota for sale on the Web Feb 10, 2009
The Tom Daschle bobblehead was an anchor on my computer monitor for many years here at the Journal. He stood just a few inches to the left of my President Bush bobblehead. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
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Health and Human Services Secretary-designee Tom Daschle finally bowed out after aggressive rehabilitative efforts failed. His chummy Senate pals on both sides of the aisle may have been willing to forgive his failure to pay longstanding back taxes owed on limo services, undisclosed consulting fees and dubious charitable donations worth an estimated $146,000, including interest and penalties. (Human Events Online)
Post a comment Feb 8, 2009
Tom Daschle withdrew his cabinet nomination, prompting President Barack Obama to concede having "screwed up" in undermining his own ethical standards by pushing the appointment. Share your thoughts. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Daschle apologizes for failing to pay taxes Feb 8, 2009
WASHINGTON (AP) Trying to salvage his nomination, Tom Daschle apologized Monday for delinquent tax payments as President Barack Obama and a top Senate chairman stood by him as the choice to lead the Health and Human Services Department. Advertisement. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Obama "absolutely" standing by Daschle Feb 8, 2009
Trying to salvage his nomination, Tom Daschle apologized Monday for delinquent tax payments as President Barack Obama and a top Senate chairman stood by him as the choice to lead the Health and Human Services Department. Following a weekend of revelations about taxes and potential ethical conflicts, Daschle expressed remorse to the Senate Finance Committee, the panel that will decide his fate, saying he was "deeply embarrassed and disappointed" about failing to pay more than 120,000 in back... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Daschle withdraws nomination Feb 8, 2009
WASHINGTON -- Tom Daschle withdrew Tuesday as President Barack Obama's nominee to be health and human services secretary, dealing potential blows to both speedy health care reform and Obama's hopes for a smooth start in the White House ... Former Senate Leader Tom Daschle's tax problems proved to be too much after all as the South Dakota native pulls his nomination to be the Health and Human Services Secretary in the Obama administration. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Daschle announcement was no surprise Feb 8, 2009
Tom Daschle has withdrawn his name from nomination for the post of Health and Human Services secretary. In a brief announcement from the White House, Daschle said he withdrew his name because he didn t want to be a further distraction from the president s agenda. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Wyden gains traction as possible health secretary Feb 7, 2009
Health secretary - The senator's deal-making abilities fuel talk that he could step in for Tom Daschle Thursday, February 05, 2009 JEFF MAPES The Oregonian Staff ... Tom Daschle abruptly withdrew because of controversy over unpaid taxes. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Obama's hopes Daschled Feb 7, 2009
Tom Daschle speaks to the media after a meeting with the Senate Finance Committee on Capitol Hill on Monday ... "They said judge us on these standards; they said elect us because our standards are higher. I don't know what it takes for politicians to understand they can't say one thing and turn around and do another -- and then how are they surprised when people are upset?" That's what tripped up Tom Daschle, on Tuesday ... Asked by NBC's Brian Williams whether Daschle's troubled appointment... (Salon)
