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President to ask Congress for authorization to fight ISIS

President Barack Obama will send Congress a proposal to authorize the use of force against ISIS shortly, both the White House and House Speaker John Boehner said Thursday, setting up a what’s sure to be a fierce political fight on Capitol Hill....

Las Vegas DREAMer talks immigration with Obama at White House

Blanca Gamez of Las Vegas did a double-take entering the Oval Office on Wednesday. It was President Barack Obama himself who opened the door and ushered her in along with five others to talk about immigration....

President Obama unveils $4T budget plan

President Barack Obama on Monday proposed a $3.99 trillion budget that drew scorn from Republicans and set up battles over tax reform, infrastructure spending, and the quest to prove which party best represents the middle class....

State of the Union: Obama to work with Republicans — to a point

WASHINGTON — Refusing to bend to the new Republican Congress, President Barack Obama unveiled Tuesday night an ambitious State of the Union agenda steeped in Democratic priorities, including tax increases on the weal...

Sandoval: Too many unknowns in Obama’s community college plan

Gov. Brian Sandoval said Monday there’s no way he can respond to the president’s community college proposal until details of the plan are released. President Barack Obama on Friday proposed a program that would provi...

The Sober Truth about Barack Obama's Economy

Event Date: 
December 10, 2014 (All day)

The off tilt haters of Mr. Barack Obama just cannot do enough to try and tear the man down. The GOP Barn is empty for the presidency in 2016-and wise Democrats are all rooting for Romney Trump Kamikaze ticket. The economy is doing well, gasoline prices are way down, and he handled the Ebola "crisis" perfectly. That left wing liberal fishwrap called Forbes recently analyzed the Obama economy versus Mr. Reagan's economy-and Mr. Obama's has outperformed Mr. Reagan's of 30 years ago...
A sober assessment of Barack Obama 's job with the economy:

The 2014 Democrat Crack-Up

The trouncing Democrats took in November’s elections has opened fissures between their liberal wing, represented by New York Senator Charles Schumer, and their progressive wing, led by President Barack Obama.

Standing uneasily with a foot in each camp is Hillary Clinton. The tiff concerns Obamacare, and 20 years ago, she authored its forerunner, Hillarycare. Having lost both houses of Congress, the party of government (and Hillary) in 2016 may also lose the Presidency if it lacks a compelling message.

Romney at Politics 33 1/3

The delightfully great and fresh gossip from a New York Fundraiser that Mitt Romney may yet try again to be our lected president delights every Democrat with their thinking cap on. Mr. Romney ran a weak kneed campaign a couple years ago-but at least he picked a better running mate than Senator McCain-(remember Sarah Palin-the glib attractive charmer who could not answer that very tough question: "what do you like to read?"

Higher flood insurance costs coming to Nevada

Nearly 1,300 federally subsidized flood insurance policies in Nevada are set to feel the sting of flood insurance rate hikes, despite a rate relief law President Barack Obama signed Friday.

Nevada Division of Insurance: Canceled insurance policies won't be extended

The Nevada Division of Insurance announced Wednesday that it would not extend canceled health care policies because doing so would conflict with both state law and federal laws.
Here is a statement below from the Nevada Division of Insurance:

Student vets to celebrate new Carson City campus home at Western Nevada College

In August, Western Nevada College received recognition for its work with veterans, applauded at a national conference attended by President Barack Obama. Just two months later, WNC has continued its multi-faceted support of veterans as they make the transition from serving their country to a life focused on academics and career preparation.

The student veterans group of WNC will celebrate the opening of the Western Nevada College Student Veterans Resource Center on Thursday, Oct. 31, 1-3 p.m., at the Carson City campus.

Harry Reid may have to change his tone on gun control

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid is a gun man, always has been.
And although the Nevada native has welcomed the call by President Barack Obama to respond to the Newtown, Conn., massacre with action, Reid has yet to endorse — or even utter the phrase — “gun control.”

'None of the Above!' political song and dance satire today at Brewery Arts Center

Event Date: 
October 28, 2012 - 2:00pm

As Nevada Day weekend winds down, the election season continues to ramp up and in Carson City, there's plenty of room for song and dance. Robert Leonard Reid’s “None of the Above!” a satirical comedy revue that lampoons the 2012 presidential election continues today with a 2 p.m. performance by the Wild Horse Theater Company at the Brewery Arts Center.

Carson High seniors cast votes in mock election

If the election were up to Carson High School seniors, Barack Obama would handily win the presidential race and the Knowledge and Discovery Center would go forward by a narrow margin.

Political song and dance satire 'None of the Above!' set to take Carson City stage

With all the passions and intensities surrounding political issues, here's your chance to get some laughs in before Election Day. Tickets are on sale now for the satire-laced political song, dance and comedy revue "None of the Above!" premiering at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City.
Staged by the Wild Horse Theater Company, Robert Leonard Reid’s “None of the Above!” is the ultimate show that lampoons the 2012 presidential election. Directed by Jeffrey Scott and produced by Norma Conway, “None of the Above!” is written and composed by Reid, creator of “I Say Nevada!”

Political satire 'None of the Above!' coming to Brewery Arts Center

Event Date: 
October 19, 2012 - 7:30pm

Robert Leonard Reid’s “None of the Above!” a satirical song, dance, and comedy revue that lampoons the 2012 presidential election will be staged in Carson City by the Wild Horse Theater Company leading up to the election.

Sen. Reid Defends Obama Record, Criticizes Tea Party, Romney, In Convention Remarks

CARSON CITY – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid today defended President Obama’s record of accomplishments in his first term, citing his preservation of the nation’s auto industry, the elimination of Osama bin Laden as a threat to America and his push to regulate the banking industry as examples of why he deserves a second term in office.

Republican Budget Would Eliminate Volunteer Programs

Talk about a “dog with a bone”!

The Republican House of Representatives has once again voted to eliminate the Corporation for National and Community Service (“CNCS”). The first time they did this, the Senate voted it down and you would have thought that’s that.

Presidential Race Gets Local Focus As Obama, Romney Supporters Weigh In On Jobs, Deficit

CARSON CITY – While Mitt Romney and Barack Obama were campaigning elsewhere today, Nevada Democrats and Republicans took up the battle for the presidency on their behalf.

Rep. Joe Heck, R-Nev., held a telephone conference call to talk up Romney’s credentials as a “turnaround specialist” who will get the country back on track. He also criticized Obama for failing to get spending or the national deficit under control as he promised early on in his presidency.

Obama Visits Reno, Urges Congress To Expand Mortgage Refinancing Program

RENO – President Barack Obama made a brief stopover here today, visiting with a couple who refinanced their home through a White House initiative helping underwater homeowners who have government-backed loans.

After meeting with Paul and Valerie Keller, Obama urged Congress to expand the Home Affordable Refinancing Program (HARP) to other mortgages as well.

New Study Questions Value Of Regulations And Tax Incentives Enacted By States To Create “Green Jobs”

CARSON CITY – A new report questions the value of tax incentives and regulations approved by many states around the country, including Nevada, to create “green jobs,” noting that subsidies used for such programs can take away revenue for other needs such as public education.

Secretary Of State Outlines Process For Filling Potential District Court Judicial Vacancies

CARSON CITY – With the potential for several vacancies within the state District Court system in the 2012 election year, the Secretary of State’s Office has issued a legal interpretation to address the issue of nominating candidates to vacated seats and to clarify questions about the process.

At least one District Court judicial seat in Clark County, and possibly more, could soon be vacant.

The Current Republican Leadership, the Catholic Church, Religious Conservatives and the Perils of Self-Refuting Logic

In the United States a political party does not become the majority party in this country by becoming ideologically pure. They become the majority by becoming larger, inclusive, and superior to their political opponents not only in size, but should also be anchored in and unafraid of intellectual and discursive dialogue, devoid of reactionary emotionalism. Then and only then, can conservatism present and extend to the electorate our concepts in such a way that we will be accepted by the majority of our fellow citizens.

Newt Gingrich Tells Nevadans He Is Best Choice For GOP To Reverse Failed Obama Policies

RENO – Republican presidential contender Newt Gingrich told a cheering crowd here today that he is the only GOP candidate with the knowledge and experience to get the U.S. back on track after what will be four years of failed policies by President Barack Obama.

Gingrich, a former speaker of the House, is in Nevada ahead of Saturday’s First in the West Republican caucus.

President Obama Talks Up Natural Gas Development In Remarks Today In Las Vegas

President Barack Obama visited Las Vegas today on a swing through the West, talking up energy development to create jobs and reduce the country’s dependence on foreign oil.

In comments delivered at the United Parcel Service hub on East Arby Lane, President Obama said development of natural gas reserves would serve both these purposes.

The president jogged out to loud, enthused cheers from a clearly friendly crowd.

Democrats Caucus In Capital To Support President Obama For A Second Term

CARSON CITY – Nearly 250 capital city Democrats took time out today to participate in the party caucus, supporting President Barack Obama in a process that held no surprises for the party faithful.

The caucus at the Carson City Middle School was one of 118 held around Nevada today as the state Democrat Party gears up for the 2012 election.

Nevada Democratic Presidential Caucus tomorrow

Event Date: 
January 21, 2012 - 11:00am

Nevada Democrats will caucus on Saturday to reaffirm Barack Obama as the party's presidential candidate and organize for the general campaign.

Carson City Democrats will meet at Carson Middle School, 1140 West King Street. Registration begins at 11 a.m. The caucus is open to all registered Democrats. For more information, call 841-3367.

Proactively Pursuing the Health of Our Community in 2012

The New Year has always been the perfect time to reflect and look ahead with a fresh perspective. As the primary wellness provider for the South Lake Tahoe area, I would like to address questions you may have about the future of healthcare and what Barton Health has planned for 2012 and beyond.

Jim Bagwell: Obama plan: Relief with a grain of salt

I applaud President Barack Obama for his most recent trip to Las Vegas to announce a mortgage relief package. It is too bad that the TARP funds were not used several years ago to accomplish exactly...

Jim Bagwell: Obama plan: Relief with a grain of salt

I applaud President Barack Obama for his most recent trip to Las Vegas to announce a mortgage relief package. It is too bad that the TARP funds were not used several years ago to accomplish exactly...

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