Category Archives: Politics

Bush Moves Forward With ‘Secret’ OSHA Rule

by Robert Lewis and Joaquin Sapien – ProPublica December 1, 2008 Remember that “secret” Occupational Safety and Health Administration rule? The one that would make it tougher to protect workers from hazardous chemicals and toxic substances? Well, according to the New … Continue reading

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Bob Kerrey’s Unusual Corporate Connections – Tenet Healthcare

by PEU Report/State of the Division Ex-Nebraska Governor and Senator Bob Kerrey, the highly respected 9-11 Commission co-chair, surfaced not long ago as a corporate board member for Tenet Healthcare, Genworth Financial, Jones Apparel and Scientific Games Corporation. Conde Nast … Continue reading

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Still no ‘Louisiana cottages’ built, despite deadline – FEMA official unfazed by slow progress

by Bill Barrow, The Times-Picayune Sunday November 30, 2008 BATON ROUGE — Almost two years after the federal government promised Louisiana $74.5 million to build alternative post-disaster housing units, not a single one has been built. And now two deadlines … Continue reading

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Fannie and Freddie to suspend foreclosures during Christmas season

From CNBC: Mortgage finance companies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are suspending foreclosures during the holiday season. The two companies say they will halt foreclosure sales between Nov. 26 and Jan. 9, while they evaluate whether borrowers qualify for a … Continue reading

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Housing Doom Blog – Why Do We Need Credit For “Everyday Purchases”?

Why Do We Need Credit For “Everyday Purchases”? By twist I’ve heard a lot of scary comments from Treasury Secretary Hank Paulson, but this one ranks near the top: [Thanks L!] “Millions of Americans cannot find affordable financing for their … Continue reading

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