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Wednesday, November 2, 2011 |
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Obama's Student Loan Gift to Occupy Wall Street
By Heritage Foundation @ 1:44 PM :: 4284 Views :: National News, Ethics
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...a major reason for tuition inflation over the years is government involvement in the first place. Pell grants have increased 475 percent, while the cost of college has increased 439 percent since 1982--faster than increases in the cost of health care....
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Wednesday, November 2, 2011 |
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Despite Occupy Wall Street, Left Embraces “Green” Crony Capitalism
By NCPA @ 1:15 AM :: 4409 Views :: National News, Ethics
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Writing in TheWall Street Journal, [New York Senator Kirsten] Gillibrand’s piece was titled “Cap and Trade Could Be a Boon to New York.” It described the inherent complexity of cap-and-trade not as a drawback, but as an opportunity from which Wall Street brokers could profit.
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Tuesday, November 1, 2011 |
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Tuesday, November 1, 2011 |
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Kawamura Earns Top Award from National Association of Budget Officers
By News Release @ 2:40 PM :: 6688 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Kawamura, who served as Hawaii’s budget director during the Lingle Administration’s two terms, was recognized with the Gloria Timmer Award, the highest honor NASBO bestows upon a state budget officer.
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Tuesday, November 1, 2011 |
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442nd legacy takes Soldiers from 'enemy aliens' to heroes
By Selected News Articles @ 1:41 PM :: 6908 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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"This is an American story and it speaks to the greatness of this nation."
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Tuesday, November 1, 2011 |
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The Truth About Public School Teacher Pay
By Heritage Foundation @ 12:03 PM :: 4457 Views :: National News, Ethics
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The best teachers should be rewarded, and schools should have the freedom to make the right decisions to get the job done.
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Tuesday, November 1, 2011 |
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National Popular Vote Vs. The Electoral College
By Heritage Foundation @ 11:18 AM :: 6547 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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The Hawaii Legislature overrode a veto by Gov. Linda Lingle to pass National Popular Vote on May 1, 2008. The Legislature has the authority to reverse its decision.
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Tuesday, November 1, 2011 |
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NAEP: Hawaii DoE Still Below Average but leads in Growth
By News Release @ 11:15 AM :: 7023 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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“In 2011, only one state, Hawaii, demonstrated statistically significant improvement in both reading and mathematics at both the fourth and eighth grades," said Jack Buckley, National Center for Education Statistics Commissioner, in a statement.
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Monday, October 31, 2011 |
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Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted October 31
By Congress.org @ 8:38 PM :: 6593 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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- House: Southeast Arizona Land Exchange and Conservation Act
- House: Modify Income Calculation for Eligibility for Certain Health Programs
- House: Government Contractor Withholding Repeal Act
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Monday, October 31, 2011 |
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Waipahu soldier and 11 others overcome Afghanistan ambush, receive awards
By Selected News Articles @ 3:52 PM :: 12054 Views :: Maui County, Energy, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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Waipahu native Army Pfc. Edward Barut and his team successfully overcame a 45-minute complex attack in which insurgents used rocket propelled grenades, small arms fire and improvised explosive devices.
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Monday, October 31, 2011 |
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Hawaii Ranks 12th in Energy Efficiency
By News Release @ 3:38 PM :: 7330 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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The six most improved states include Michigan, Illinois, Nebraska, Alabama, Maryland, and Tennessee.
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Monday, October 31, 2011 |
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Solyndra: Uncle Sam Is No Venture Capitalist
By Heritage Foundation @ 12:44 PM :: 4520 Views :: National News, Ethics
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It's yet another inauspicious announcement the Obama Administration didn't want you to hear. Late on Friday, the White House announced that it ordered an independent review of loans made by the Department of Energy to energy companies after months of weathering criticism for its $528 million loan to the now-bankrupt Solyndra solar panel company.
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Sunday, October 30, 2011 |
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Sneak Attack: Inouye hides Akaka Bill in Policy Rider -- just after “Grazing Permits”
By Andrew Walden @ 9:29 PM :: 13385 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Dan Inouye’s Akaka Bill sneak attack was smacked down in December, 2009 and again in December, 2010—but he’s back for one more try.
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Saturday, October 29, 2011 |
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Star-Advertiser Punked by Global Warmer posing as Climate Skeptic
By Selected News Articles @ 12:38 PM :: 11231 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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This is what happens to people who believe in Anthropogenic Global Warming.
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Saturday, October 29, 2011 |
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Fundamentals Matter: Capitalism not the Problem
By Dr Ed Gutteling, MD @ 10:23 AM :: 14778 Views :: Hawaii County , Akaka Bill, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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I’m writing this on the 44th anniversary of the execution of that poster-boy of “social justice”, Dr. “Che” Guevara, viewing articles of the Occupy Wall Street demonstrators in Hawaii and the mainland.
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Saturday, October 29, 2011 |
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Hawaii and the Hawaiians in the American Civil War
By News Release @ 10:06 AM :: 8559 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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By 1861, the United States had developed a close relationship with the Kingdom of Hawaii, especially economically, diplomatically and culturally. The hundreds of Pacific Islanders who swore oaths of allegiance to the United States or the Confederacy and who fought in service of their cause will also be discussed.
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Saturday, October 29, 2011 |
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Imagine the Outrage if a Private Insurer Cut Benefits the way Abercrombie Does
By John Goodman @ 3:55 AM :: 7417 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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What if you are in Hawaii and you need 15 days of hospital care instead of 10? Apparently you must pay out of your own pocket or forgo needed care.
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Saturday, October 29, 2011 |
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Akaka: Act 195 Allows Streamlining of Akaka Bill
By News Release @ 3:47 AM :: 10502 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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As a result of the enrollment process which is already beginning under Act 195, I am now reviewing my bill and looking for ways to streamline it.
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Friday, October 28, 2011 |
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APEC: Obama needs Congressional Support for Free Trade in Pacific—but Hirono, Hanabusa vote No
By Selected News Articles @ 3:53 PM :: 11752 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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The Obama administration is hoping to build on the momentum of recent free-trade agreements with South Korea, Colombia and Panama as attention turns to the Trans-Pacific Partnership and trade promotion authority.
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Friday, October 28, 2011 |
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Should America Carry the U.N.?
By Heritage Foundation @ 1:31 AM :: 8731 Views :: National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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The 39-story United Nations headquarters stands on the banks of the East River in Manhattan. But now the U.N. is planning the construction of a new building next door, with a price tag pegged at $400 million -- and it could soar even higher.
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Thursday, October 27, 2011 |
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Djou, Hanabusa Tied
By News Release @ 9:45 PM :: 11236 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Charles and his likely opponent in the next election, Rep. Colleen Hanabusa, are effectively tied in their favorability ratings at 42% and Hanabusa has the lowest favorability rating of all the members of the Hawaii congressional delegation....
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Thursday, October 27, 2011 |
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US Supreme Court asked to Decide Constitutionality of Cash Payments for Development Approvals
By Robert Thomas @ 5:29 PM :: 7293 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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There is a better-than-usual chance that the Supreme Court will agree to review the case, since the Ninth Circuit’s decision squarely conflicts with decisions by the California and Texas Supreme Courts....
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Thursday, October 27, 2011 |
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Why is Detroit Casino Operator Mike Malik Dragging former Hawaii Governor Waihee on Long Island, NY?
By Selected News Articles @ 1:02 PM :: 14310 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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(lt-to-rt) lobbyist Michael McKeon, attorney Lance Boldrey, Gov. John Waihee & Detroit Syndicator Michael J. Malik
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Thursday, October 27, 2011 |
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Heritage: What is the American Idea?
By Heritage Foundation @ 12:11 PM :: 4740 Views :: National News, Ethics
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What is the American idea? That all depends on whom you ask. According to President Barack Obama, it's the notion that the federal government is the answer to America's problems....
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Wednesday, October 26, 2011 |
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Heritage: The Serious Risks of the Russian Reset
By Heritage Foundation @ 10:12 PM :: 7213 Views :: National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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The large “reset” payoff requires America put it all on the line by cutting U.S. strategic nuclear forces and engaging in missile defense talks with Russia, in addition to abandoning missile defense deployment in Poland and the Czech Republic and keeping quiet about political freedom violations running rampant throughout Russia.
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Wednesday, October 26, 2011 |
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Institute for Justice Attorney, IWF Leader to Speak in Honolulu
By Grassroot Institute @ 8:28 PM :: 9973 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Clark's topic of discussion is: "IJ Case Stories and How and Why They Take These No Fee Cases". Nicole will discuss the "History of Women in the Liberty Movement in America and How Government Hurts Women".
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Wednesday, October 26, 2011 |
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Hawaii Lags as States Ban Contracting with Companies that do Business With Iran
By News Release @ 8:03 PM :: 10499 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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California and Florida have already passed Iran debarment legislation, adapted from UANI model legislation....
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Wednesday, October 26, 2011 |
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Honolulu 16th Worst City to Be Young
By Selected News Articles @ 3:21 PM :: 9942 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Census data released in September revealed the statistical proof behind what millions had already known....
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Wednesday, October 26, 2011 |
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AMA: Hawaii 5th Least Competitive Health Insurance Market
By Selected News Articles @ 1:50 PM :: 9411 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Alabama was the state with the least competitive health insurance market and had two insurance companies controlling roughly 95 percent of the marketplace. In order, the next nine states with the least competitive health insurance markets were Alaska, Delaware, Michigan, Hawaii, Washington DC, Nebraska, North Carolina, Indiana and Maine.
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Wednesday, October 26, 2011 |
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NRCC: Esther Kiaaina Handpicked by DC Insiders for CD2
By News Release @ 5:29 AM :: 7353 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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“The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is bringing over 100 of its top recruits to Washington on Wednesday for a day of training and meeting with top Democratic officials as they prepare their candidates for next year's election cycle in their hopes of taking back the House.”
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Tuesday, October 25, 2011 |
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We Can't Wait Either, Mr. President
By Heritage Foundation @ 10:54 PM :: 4673 Views :: National News, Ethics
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There is no hiding the ball in the President's populist pitch--and that ball is Obama's desire to circumvent Congress and enact policies that appeal to his far-left, big-government base....
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Tuesday, October 25, 2011 |
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Occupy Wall Street Is No Tea Party
By Heritage Foundation @ 10:47 PM :: 4594 Views :: National News, Ethics
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On September 17, 2011, while Tea Parties and the rest of America celebrated the Constitution’s 224th birthday, Occupy Wall Street began its bivouac....
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Tuesday, October 25, 2011 |
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Mainland Suicide Activists Push Agenda on Hawaii
By News Release @ 10:44 PM :: 9655 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Once again, suicide activists from the mainland are here to push their deadly agenda using smoke and mirrors.
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Tuesday, October 25, 2011 |
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Lingle not running from RINO label
By Selected News Articles @ 2:12 PM :: 7284 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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...Lingle said she expects to be one of the lawmakers called upon to serve in Gang of 12-like arrangements, where bipartisan groups of senators bridge political gaps to tackle the largest problems....
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Tuesday, October 25, 2011 |
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Abercrombie back from Asia: No mention of Cancelled China-Honolulu Flights
By News Release @ 12:05 PM :: 8193 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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Read this news release and see if you can identify even one single accomplishment.
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Tuesday, October 25, 2011 |
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Obama's Misplaced Mideast Optimism
By Daniel Pipes @ 11:45 AM :: 7438 Views :: National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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But the Middle East teaches caution; much will probably go wrong in Libya and Iraq. Obama, I predict, will rue his rash boasts.
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Monday, October 24, 2011 |
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Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted October 24, 2011
By Congress.org @ 10:22 PM :: 7297 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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The House is scheduled to vote this week on a bill to repeal a 3 percent withholding requirement on government contractor payments.
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Monday, October 24, 2011 |
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Clean Energy's Accounting Gimmick: "Free" Taxpayer Subsidies
By Selected News Articles @ 7:08 PM :: 6083 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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...the program which created Solyndra is set to quietly impose billions of dollars of losses on taxpayers, all of which will be hidden from the federal budget thanks to a massive accounting gimmick....
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Monday, October 24, 2011 |
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LifeNews: Lingle Faces Pro-Abortion Mazie Hirono in Hawaii Senate Race
By Selected News Articles @ 5:08 PM :: 6383 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Hirono holds a 0% rating from the National Right to Life Committee, indicating she has not cast even one pro-life vote in her entire career in the House.
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Monday, October 24, 2011 |
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Obama's Iraq Failure
By Heritage Foundation @ 4:58 PM :: 10075 Views :: National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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Obama's announcement last week that American troops in Iraq will return by the end of the year is a result of a serious Obama Administration failure that will undermine U.S. security interests in the Middle East
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Friday, October 21, 2011 |
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Enviros decide Hawaii Reefs worth $33B of your money, Design Survey to arrive at Conclusion
By News Release @ 4:09 PM :: 7654 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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...coral reefs provide valuable ecological services for U.S. residents, regardless of whether they actually use them....
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Friday, October 21, 2011 |
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Biden wants you to Feel Like you are Being Robbed
By Heritage Foundation @ 3:39 PM :: 3853 Views :: National News, Ethics
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...he wished conservative lawmakers "had some notion of what it was like to be on the other side of a gun, or [to have] a 200-pound man standing over you, telling you to submit."
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Friday, October 21, 2011 |
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HOPE Probation Expands to Four New Communities
By News Release @ 2:07 PM :: 6152 Views :: National News, Ethics
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The four communities - Clackamas County, Ore; Essex County, Mass; Saline County, Ark; and Tarrant County, Texas - are part of the Honest Opportunity Probation with Enforcement (HOPE) project and funded through the Second Chance Act of 2007 ....
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Thursday, October 20, 2011 |
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China Cancels Honolulu Flights, Abercrombie calls Asia trip "extremely productive"
By News Release @ 3:22 AM :: 9284 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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“It was an extremely productive trip that will benefit Hawai'i as we look to strengthen our economy,” Governor Abercrombie said.
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Thursday, October 20, 2011 |
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Hawaii DoE grabs for another $50M from Race to the Top
By News Release @ 3:08 AM :: 6347 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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The Office of the Governor is pleased to announce it has submitted its application today for the “Race to the Top – Early Learning Challenge” grant competition, a new federal funding opportunity by the Obama Administration.
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Thursday, October 20, 2011 |
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The Backdoor Attempt to Rewrite No Child Left Behind
By Heritage Foundation @ 2:43 AM :: 5336 Views :: National News, Ethics
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The Senate today will begin the markup of Harkin's 860-page proposal to rewrite the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), now known as No Child Left Behind (NCLB).
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Thursday, October 20, 2011 |
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Pro-Assisted Suicide Advocates Falsely Advertise Suicide as Legal in Hawaii
By Selected News Articles @ 2:41 AM :: 7742 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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If the 1909 statute made assisted suicide legal, which it does not, then Hawaii would quickly become a breeding ground for abuse of those at the worst time in their lives – those who are sick and contemplating suicide.
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Wednesday, October 19, 2011 |
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Horizon Lines Avoids Bankruptcy, But Delisted by NYSE
By Selected News Articles @ 5:31 PM :: 16848 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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Horizon Lines completed a complicated $652.8 million refinancing that saves the largest U.S. domestic ocean carrier from bankruptcy and will leave bondholders with most of the company's stock.
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Wednesday, October 19, 2011 |
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Hawaii Poll shows Cain beating Romney in GOP Caucus Vote, 88% of GOPers back Lingle
By News Release @ 4:20 AM :: 7869 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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In Hawaii Cain is at 36% to 24% for Romney, 8% for Gingrich and Perry, 6% for Bachmann, 4% for Paul, and 1% each for Huntsman, Johnson, and Santorum.
Lingle is at 88% approval in the GOP Senate Primary.
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