Political News – Newsletter for March 3, 2011
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Message from the President on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Zimbabwe
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TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES:
Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)) provides for the automatic termination of a national …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Message from the President on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Zimbabwe.
Notice from the President on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Zimbabwe
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NOTICE
CONTINUATION OF THE NATIONAL EMERGENCY WITH RESPECT TO ZIMBABWE
On March 6, 2003, by Executive Order 13288, the President declared a national emergency and blocked … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Notice from the President on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Zimbabwe.
Nominations Sent to the Senate
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NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE:
Walter A. Barrows, of Virginia, to be a Member of the Railroad Retirement Board for a term expiring August 28, … Read more »».
Nominations Sent to the Senate
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NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE:
Felicia C. Adams, of Mississippi, to be United States Attorney for the Northern District of Mississippi for the term of … Read more »»».
Nominations Sent to the Senate
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NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE:
S. Amanda Marshall, of Oregon, to be United States Attorney for the District of Oregon for the term of four …. Source : Nominations Sent to the Senate.
President Obama Names Three to Serve as U.S. Marshals
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WASHINGTON- Today, President Obama nominated Clayton D. Johnson, Alfred Cooper Lomax, and Charles F. Salina to serve as U.S. Marshals.
“I am pleased to nominate … Read more >>>.
President Obama Nominates Felicia C. Adams to Serve as U.S. Attorney
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WASHINGTON- Today, President Obama nominated Felicia C. Adams to serve as a U.S. Attorney.
“Felicia Adams has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to justice throughout her … Original source on Gaea Times at : President Obama Nominates Felicia C. Adams to Serve as U.S. Attorney.
President Obama Names Three to the United States District Court
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WASHINGTON- Today, President Obama nominated Nannette Jolivette Brown, Wilma Antoinette Lewis, and Nancy Torresen to United States District Court judgeships.
“I am proud to nominate … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : President Obama Names Three to the United States District Court.
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney and Federal Chief Performance Officer and the Deputy Director for Management at the Office of Management and Budget Jeff Zients, 3/2/2011
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James S. Brady Press Briefing Room
1:15 P.M. EST
MR. CARNEY: Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. Before we get started on taking your questions on other …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney and Federal Chief Performance Officer and the Deputy Director for Management at the Office of Management and Budget Jeff Zients, 3/2/2011.
Remarks by the President on Shooting of American Service Members in Germany
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James S. Brady Press …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Remarks by the President on Shooting of American Service Members in Germany.
Statement by the Press Secretary on H.J.Res. 44
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On Wednesday, March 2, 2011, the President signed into law:
H.J.Res. 44, which provides FY 2011 appropriations through Friday, March 18, 2011,for continuing projects and …. Source : Statement by the Press Secretary on H.J.Res. 44.
Remarks By The First Lady At “Let’s Move” Healthier U.S. School Challenge Program Conference Call
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Via conference call … Read more >>.
Remarks by the President Awarding the 2010 National Medal of Arts and National Humanities Medal
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East Room … Original source on Gaea Times at : Remarks by the President Awarding the 2010 National Medal of Arts and National Humanities Medal.
Remarks by the President on Shooting of American Soldiers in Germany
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James S. Brady Press …. Original source : Remarks by the President on Shooting of American Soldiers in Germany.
Readout of Vice President Biden’s Call with Ukrainian President Yanukovych
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Vice President Biden spoke with President Viktor Yanukovych of Ukraine today to discuss our common agenda following the meeting of the U.S.-Ukraine Strategic Partnership … Original source on Gaea Times at : Readout of Vice President Biden’s Call with Ukrainian President Yanukovych.
Statement by the President on the Assassination of Shahbaz Bhatti
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I am deeply saddened by the assassination of Pakistan’s Minister for Minority Affairs Shahbaz Bhatti today in Islamabad, and condemn in the strongest possible …. Read the original article : Statement by the President on the Assassination of Shahbaz Bhatti.
Readout of John Brennan’s call with President Salih
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President Salih called Assistant to the President John Brennan this morning to convey his regret for misunderstandings related to his public remarks that Israel …. Source article : Readout of John Brennan’s call with President Salih.
Statement by the President on Passage of Further Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011 (H.J.RES.44)
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I’m pleased that Democrats and Republicans in Congress came together and passed a plan that will cut spending and keep the government running for … Read more »».
Sibal moves motion for JPC in Rajya Sabha
NEW DELHI – Communications Minister Kapil Sibal Tuesday defended the government and focussed on the flawed policies framed under the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) as he moved a motion in the Rajya Sabha to set up a Joint Parliamentary Committee to probe the 2G spectrum scam.
“A joint committee of the two houses consisting …. Original article : Sibal moves motion for JPC in Rajya Sabha.
Oman urged not to use excessive force against protesters
LONDON – The rights group Amnesty International has called on the Omani authorities not to use excessive force against the anti-government protesters.
The call comes after two people were reportedly killed when police fired rubber bullets and tear gas at the protesters over the weekend, Iran’s official IRNA news agency reported.
“The Omani security … Read more : Oman urged not to use excessive force against protesters.