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How to tell if your congressman is cheating on you  

He brings you expensive, frivolous presents. He whispers sweet nothings in your ear and writes you long letters sharing his innermost concerns. He is hardworking, attractive, articulate and charming. The perfect partner or so it would seem. Every so often, he gets down on his knees and pledges his devotion to you and all that you hold dear. He is a model of virtue and integrity. He is your congressman.

Now, you discover that he has been cheating on you. For most, this has been a long marriage. You might forgive just one little fling, perhaps two … but not this! Read the rest of this entry »

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Written by Jane Chastain

February 2nd, 2006 at 12:00 am

How you can help shrink the Federal Budget  

When Congress returns to work next week, the first order of business will be to work out the differences in the deficit reduction plans passed by the House and Senate.

Your task is to pressure your representatives into doing the right thing.

“Impossible!” you say. “They could care less about what is best for me or this country. All they care about is themselves.” Read the rest of this entry »

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Written by Jane Chastain

December 1st, 2005 at 12:00 am

Posted in Federal Budget, Welfare