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Washington Report: Updates from Capitol Hill
When the House votes on the $15 billion Senate jobs bill later today, it may or may not pass. What’s certain is that several members of the Congressional Black Caucus are planning to vote against the measure, which they charge... (Continue reading)
Rangel Relinquishes Leadership of Ways and Means Panel
After months of allegations that he violated ethics rules, New York Rep. Charles Rangel announced Wednesday morning that he has requested a leave of absence as chairman of the powerful House Ways and Means Committee.... (Continue reading)
Obama Names Ann Fudge To Budget Panel
Written on 26 Feb, 2010 at 12:39 in Politics, Politics News, Women of Power Articles | viewed viewed 326 times times | 0 Comments
Obama named Ann Fudge, the former CEO of Young & Rubicam Brands, to the bipartisan National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform. ... (Continue reading)
Lawmakers Square Off on Healthcare Reform
Written on 25 Feb, 2010 at 10:39 in News, Politics, Politics News | viewed viewed 43 times times | 0 Comments
Obama led a bipartisan group of lawmakers in what he hoped was a “frank and honest” conversation during today's healthcare reform summit.... (Continue reading)
Tackling Obama’s Domestic Agenda—Round Two
Written on 11 Feb, 2010 at 17:50 in News, Politics News, Women of Power Articles | viewed viewed 241 times times | 0 Comments
Whether the issue is related to unemployment, education or healthcare, Melody Barnes represents one of President Obama's fiercest fighters for his domestic agenda. Black Enterprise Editor-in-Chief Derek T. Dingle conducted a one-on-one interview with her on the administration’s plans for... (Continue reading)
A Path to Recovery for Black America
Under the banner, “20/20 Vision: A Look Ahead at Black America in the Next Economic Boom,” the event brought together business leaders, policy makers, economists and entrepreneurs to discuss issues vital to the future of African Americans and the nation... (Continue reading)
In Pictures: A Vision for the Economy
As President Barack Obama embarked on the first of a series of trips he will make on his listening tour of America to promote job creation and growth, Black Enterprise hosted a Walmart-sponsored forum- “20/20 Vision: A Look Ahead at... (Continue reading)
Transcript: State of the Union Address
Written on 27 Jan, 2010 at 22:34 in News, Politics News | viewed viewed 301 times times | 3 Comments
Transcript of President Barack Obama's State of the Union Address – As Prepared for Delivery Madame Speaker, Vice President Biden, Members of Congress, distinguished guests, and fellow Americans: Our Constitution declares that from time to time, the President shall give to Congress... (Continue reading)
Poll: Assessing the State of the Union Address
As President Barack Obama delivers his first State of the Union address, Black Enterprise wants to know your opinion on the speech. Poll: What's your assessment of Obama’s first State of the Union address: A. He’s in touch with the issues and... (Continue reading)
Obama Resets Agenda in State of the Union Address
Written on 27 Jan, 2010 at 22:22 in News, Politics News | viewed viewed 148 times times | 6 Comments
President Obama vowed to not abandon plans for longer-term fixes to healthcare, energy, and education in his State of the Union address.... (Continue reading)
