Articles (page 16 of 50)
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The Federal Reserve is 'Accountable'? To Whom?
Dodge. Duck. Stall. Sweep it under the rug. Those are the plays the Fed-loving, statist politicians in Washington are calling now that you are demanding an audit of the Federal…
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Where in the Constitution does it say you have to buy anything?
QUOTE OF THE DAY: "By preventing people and companies from taking care of themselves, government feeds its own growth." - Downsize DC co-founder Harry Browne (1933-2006) Many of…
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13 Illegal Immigrants Arrested in California Wearing U.S. Marine Uniforms
Border Patrol agents recently arrested 13 illegal immigrants disguised as U.S. Marines and riding in a fake military van, U.S. Customs and Border Protection said Tuesday. The…
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Congressman Chaffetz on the Debt
Dear Friend, Last month I had the privilege of visiting the Middle East. I met with the leaders of Afghanistan, Pakistan and Iraq, as well as with Gen. David Petraeus. I'm so…
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Correcting Fantasies About Social Security
Quote of the Day: ". . . entitlement to Social Security benefits is not a contractual right" -- The U.S. Supreme Court, ruling in Flemming v. Nestor (1960). The feedback we…
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Android Smartphone for Airline Pilots?
Obvious questions and double-takes aside, Aircell is reportedly releasing the first smartphone designed for use in their air by both cabin personnel — including pilots. Although…
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Post Legislative Session Update
Dear Neighbors, It has been a short ten days since the session ended and we put the work of the Legislature in the rear view mirror - or so I thought. Serving as your…
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The President does not have power under the Constitution to unilaterally authorize a military attack
Quote of the Day: "The President does not have power under the Constitution to unilaterally authorize a military attack in a situation that does not involve stopping an actual…
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Recent Votes
Recent Senate Votes Additional Continuing Appropriations, 2011 - Vote Agreed to (87-13) The Senate gave final approval to the latest short-term continuing resolution, which funds…
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Senator Hatch: Time for cuts
The White House and its liberal allies are living in denial about the extent of our debt crisis and the damage it is causing to our nation. Our federal budget, deficit and debt…
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IRS 1099 Tsunami still on course to wipe-out small businesses
Congress still hasn't repealed Obamacare's 1099 reporting requirement. Instead, they're holding small businesses hostage to partisan games, as the sample letter below shows. Tell…
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Quote of the day: Tea bags…
Quote of the day: We are all like Tea bags- We don't know our own strength until we're in hot water. -- Unknown
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Call for sponsors!
It's early 2011 and The Levi House project is in its very early stages. The website just went online and will begin to chronicle our path towards realizing the dream of a…
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Recent Votes
In this MegaVote for Utah's 1st Congressional District: Recent Congressional Votes Senate: Patent Reform Act of 2011 Senate: Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 Senate…
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Senator Hatch on why he opposes ObamaCare (video)
Fellow Utahns, I'm pleased to announce that Mark Zuckerberg, the Founder and CEO of Facebook will be joining me for a Technology and Policy Forum at BYU on March 25th. This event…
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Another funny story about Dad
I just remembered another story from when Dad was in the Emergency Room earlier this week... The doctor, when doing his initial assessment, asked Dad to raise his right arm. Dad…
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Update on my Dad
Dad visited the doctor a few days back and had 2 liters of fluid drained from his belly. The doctor pointed toward liver problems as the likely source, prescribed some…
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Senator Hatch is on the Campaign Trail Again, Robocalls Have Begun
Article by Joe Levi: Senator Hatch is on the Campaign Trail Again, Robocalls Have Begun.
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Smell like a monster
Remember the Old Spice "Smell Like a Man" commercials? Grover, from Sesame's Street get in on the action... and teaches you about the word "on" in this video:
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How to deal with your biggest problem
Quote of the Day: "He who will not economize will have to agonize." -- Confucius [Kung Fu-tse] (551-479 B.C.) Since Social Security is considered the "third rail" of politics…
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Should You Be Forced to Pay for Corruption and Incompetence?
Quote of the Day: "(The King) has erected a multitude of New Offices, and sent hither swarms of Officers to harass our people and eat out their substance." - Declaration of…
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The Debt Ceiling & Impending Economic Collapse
Support the Study Committee Spending Cuts! The push is on with the political establishments of both parties to convince American voters that the federal debt ceiling MUST be…
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Why we miss Harry Browne
Quote of the Day: "Some people say I go too far in wanting to cut the government. They say I want to throw out the baby with the bathwater. But here's what they don't understand…
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In less than 90 days, YOU WILL BE REQUIRED BY FEDERAL LAW to carry a "National ID" card
The Real ID Act of 2005 (Public Law 109-13, 119 Stat 392) will go into effect on May 11, 2011, requiring the federalization of State-issued driver's licenses. The federal…
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Recent Congressional Votes
In this MegaVote for Utah's 1st Congressional District: Recent Congressional Votes Senate: Short-term Continuing Resolution House: Short-term Continuing Resolution House: Small…
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Obama Demands Tax-Funded Abortions or Threatens Veto
The Washington Times reports President Obama is still threatening to veto House spending cuts to abortion provider Planned Parenthood, and Senate Democrats led by Harry Reid…
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Once you've realized you've dug yourself into a hole, STOP DIGGING!
Under Barack Obama, government spending has increased 21.4% Under Barack Obama, the federal government has gained 80,000 jobs Under Barack Obama, 11 million more people are…
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DHS Report: Only 15% Of The US Border Is Monitored
Napolitano Failing On Homeland Border Security; Obama’s Federal Government Is Not Doing Its Job To Secure the Border ALERT: Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary…
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Update from Senator Hatch
Fellow Utahns, This past week the Senate began debate of my patent reform bill that is a good step to helping entrepreneurship in America. We also voted on a stop-gap measure to…
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Tell Congress to Retain Senate Oversight of Appointees!
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell is reportedly cutting a compromise with Democrat Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid which would reduce Congressional oversight of Obama…
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State Rep. Brad Wilson, Legislative Week Six Update
Dear Neighbors, One of the questions I'm often asked by constituents and in particular school children, is how I decide which bills to vote for and which bills to vote against…
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Act now to stop the 1099 Tsunami
The House is expected to vote on a bill to repeal Obamacare's 1099 provision TODAY . We explain why this is a terrible provision in our 1099 Tsunami campaign page. The good news…
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Notice to Precinct Officials
All County Delegates (including our Alternate) and Precinct Chairs and Vice Chairs are called to attend the 2011 Davis County Organizing Convention. The Convention will be held…
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Message from UTGOP Vice Chair Christy Achiziger
This week, my son Conner and I had the privilege of spending a day at Capitol Hill with Representative Todd Kiser. We started the day listening to debate on Bills in the House…
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Message from State Representative Wimmer
Fellow Republicans, We are two weeks away from the conclusion of the 2011 Utah Legislative Session, yet some of the most substantial pieces of legislation still lie ahead. The…
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Will Matheson vote to shut down the government?
Tomorrow, the U.S. House of Representatives is expected to vote on a Continuing Resolution that will sensibly reduce spending, while preventing a government shutdown. Some…
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Update from Senator Orrin Hatch
Fellow Utahn, Nothing is better than being home in Utah listening to the concerns of the people of our great state. What I keep hearing is how concerned people are about the…
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An Update on Utah's Health Care Reform Lawsuit
At the recent Davis County Republican Party Central Committee John Swallow from the Utah AG's office presented us with an update to the HCR lawsuit. In short, he wanted to…
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What do we do when DC politicians violate the Constitution with impunity?
What do we do when DC politicians violate the Constitution with impunity? Thomas Jefferson had an answer. In 1798 he wrote that "whensoever" the Federal State "assumes…
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Week Five Update
Dear Neighbors, Week Five is a special week, and not just because it marks two weeks until the end of the session! This is the week we receive revenue estimates that dictate how…
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Chairman's Message: Matheson's Reelection Bid Will Be Difficult
Media outlets across the country are reporting on Rep. Jim Matheson's difficult reelection bid as Utah gains an additional congressional district. Matheson's vote for the $800…
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Submit Your Nominations for Syracuse Elementary Community Council
What do members of the Syracuse Elementary Community Council (SECC) do? Attend a monthly SECC meeting the 2nd Thursday of each month (note: this meeting is open to the…
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Utah HB 59 Warrantless Arrest Bill is Dead
Utah Rising recently reported on HB 59 Warrantless Arrest Bill, sponsored by Representative Steve Handy. This bill essentially would allow any law enforcement officer to make an…
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Dem Temper Tantrum Threatens America
When Ronald Reagan was President, the air traffic controllers union threatened an illegal strike.He could have given in to their demands. Instead, he told them to show up for…
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What can I do?
I was asked in an interview not long ago how I had arrived at the position of Vice Chair for the Utah Republican Party. I answered that I got involved and kept involved in…
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Is a National ID Card coming in May?
Even though no one on Capitol Hill is talking about it, unless it is stopped, in less than 90 days, you will be REQUIRED by federal law to have, and carry on your person, a…
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Recent Votes
In this MegaVote for Utah's 1st Congressional District: Recent Congressional Votes Senate: FISA Sunsets Extension Act of 2011 Senate: FAA Air Transportation Modernization and…
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The Ultimate Cure for Regulatory Cancer
Quote of the Day: "Bureaucracy is the art of making the possible impossible." - Javier Pascual Salcedo There was a token piece of good news last month. President Obama ordered "a…
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Rep. Wilson's Week 4 Update
Dear Neighbors, The budget process is one of the most interesting responsibilities I have as your representative. It has also received quite a bit of attention recently in the…
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House GOP Puts Fidelity To House Rules Above Fidelity To The Constitution
Fellow Concerned American: Monday evening, the House Rules Committee blocked Rep. Steve King (R-IA) from offering an amendment blocking ALL funding of ObamaCare to the Continuing…