This is a brave move by the Obama Administration and we applaud it! Saving thousands of families from separation and injustice in our broken immigration system. Reporting from Washington — President Obama moved to repair relations with a crucial voting bloc and opened another battle with Republican lawmakers by easing rules on the politically volatile issue of illegal immigration. His proposal will probably affect tens of thousands — perhaps more than 100,000 — illegal residents. It … [Read more...]
Obama Defies the Uncooperative Congress
January 6, 2012 By
Left without options since Congressional Republicans obviously do not WANT consumer protections, President Obama uses all the power he can exercise to protect the 99%... Richard Cordray appointment 'turns lights on' at consumer bureau The agency, which has been hobbled since opening last summer because the Senate wouldn't confirm its director, can now begin to exercise its authority. Reporting from Washington— The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the centerpiece in the overhaul of … [Read more...]
Iowa Caucus Day
January 3, 2012 By
UPDATES: - Romney wins by 8 votes - Santorum and Romney Now contend for New Hampshire - McCain Backs Romney After Santorum’s Surge in Iowa - Perry, Fifth in Iowa, Decides to Push Forward - Bachmann ends presidential bid - AND a new term is coined from Santorum's win... "TEAvangelicals"....seriously? … [Read more...]
Occupy L.A. protesters to seek court order to block eviction
November 28, 2011 By
We believe in the movement and stand behind the occupiers - but what do you think about the evictions? Are they constitutionally allowed to stay overnight across the country? LA Times: Protesters plan to file for a federal injunction that would prevent police from dismantling the Occupy L.A. encampment around City Hall. The complaint, which was to be filed at 10 a.m. Monday in federal court, names the city of Los Angeles, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and LAPD Chief Charlie Beck, alleging … [Read more...]
Deficit Deal Falls Apart
November 21, 2011 By
This is really no surprise - when you have one party in agreement talks that refuses to consider making the wealthy pay their fair share and wants to lay the burden on the lower and middle class, how can a fair agreement be made? If there is no room for compromise, there will be no deal. From NY Times: Called away from dinner tables, the Jets-Patriots game on television and, in one case, a soccer team party, several Democratic members of thespecial Congressional committee on deficit … [Read more...]
Downturn takes heaviest toll on younger Americans
November 7, 2011 By
We know this to be true firsthand, as most of the CDOA team is under 35! Just the ability to go to a doctor or get a much needed prescription filled is out of reach for so many young Americans. Our prayers and support are with those standing up against the injustice. From MSNBC: The lingering economic downturn is taking a toll on virtually everyone, but Americans under 35 are faring far worse than those over 65. That's the finding of a new analysis of government data by the Pew Research … [Read more...]
Obama announces relief for student loans and foreclosures
October 26, 2011 By
Some great moves have been made this week by President Obama to bring immediate relief to suffering families. The President is finally making a very strong stand for the 99% by moving around the GOP Congress in any way he can to get things done. Student Loan Debt: President Barack Obama recalled his struggles with student loan debt as he unveiled a plan Wednesday that could give millions of young people some relief on their payments. Speaking at the University of Colorado Denver, … [Read more...]
Cain: Another Reason to Praise God Today!
October 13, 2011 By
We can truly thank God and rejoice that there is no chance this man will ever get into the White House as President of the United States. We can't say this too often, but CDOA agrees with Michelle Bachmann on this one - the "999" plan is only an upside down "666" plan! :) Cain's 999 Plan is simple: middle class and low income people will pay more; rich pay less When it comes to Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain's proposed 9-9-9 tax plan, there’s one thing all sides agree on: … [Read more...]
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