LOOK IN THE MIRROR

The frustration building up in the heart and souls of the American people, should not be labled NAZI like by leaders, like Pelosi or Reid. The frustration is a true anger by all sides because all of you, republicans and democrats caused the mess we are in. The government came down hard on Enron for their unethical way of doing business, yet none of you, the elected elite politicians on both sides, are looking in the mirror and see that you are all doing the same thing to the United States, and we the people are suffering because you people only care about your own back pockets.

HOLD BACK THE PAYCHECKS

How sad that our elected State officials have refused to budge on the budget while kids are suffering as money for education is being held up as the elite politicians, Democrats and Republicans can't figure out how to work together. THEY SEEM TO WORK TOGETHER PRETTY GOOD ALLOWING THEMSELVES TO GET PAID. Here is a novel idea, hold back on their paychecks as well. They should feel the pain as well.

A DAY AT THE FALLS

WHAT A GREAT DAY WE HAD WITH THE KIDS!

SWINE FLU! THE EXCUSE FOR MARSHALL LAW??

http://www.new-fields.com/isfc/Authorities are preparing to seize children from schools, set up quarantines and morgues, conduct mass vaccinations, and deal with riots and unrest, according to an international swine flu summit recently held in Washin...gton DC which was attended by distinguished scientists, industry leaders and top health officials from all over the globe.

CREDIT CARD ACCOUNTABILITY

August 21, 2009



Dear Friend,

I am pleased to announce that the first provisions of the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act (Credit CARD Act) went into effect yesterday as part of a reform package that will help protect consumers from excessive credit card fees, retroactive interest rate hikes and, unfair, incomprehensible agreements that credit card companies revise at will. This bill, also known as the Credit Card Holders Bill of Rights, will end the unfair practices of the credit card industry and protect consumers from the abusive tactics that have driven so many Americans deeper and deeper into debt.

The Credit CARD Act is first and foremost about fairness for average Americans and consumers who play by the rules but are struggling to make ends meet. These consumers deserve to be treated fairly and honestly by their credit card companies, not hit with fees and interest rate hikes that drive them deeper into debt.

The Credit CARD Act included an amendment I introduced with Representative Susan Davis (D-CA). The Davis-Carney Amendment, which enjoyed broad bi-partisan support, requires credit card companies to notify consumers 30 days before closing a person's credit card account and provide information about keeping the account open.

The people who work hard and play by the rules deserve fair treatment from their credit card companies. The Davis-Carney amendment gives Americans the information and rights they need to make decisions about their financial lives. Under current law, people who are disciplined with their credit cards and may only use them in case of an emergency can have their card canceled without notice. That cancellation negatively affects their credit score and that is unfair. My amendment is a common sense solution that protects the consumer from this unfair practice.

As of August 20:
o Credit card companies must provide written notice to consumers at least 45 days in advance of any increases in the interest rate or other significant changes in the terms of a credit card account.
o Credit card companies must inform consumers of their right to cancel the card before rate hikes go into effect.
o Credit card companies must send statements to consumers 21 days before the due date of any payments.

Come February, many of the new law's remaining provisions will kick in, including and ban on double-cycle billing and rate hikes on existing balances.

The bipartisan Credit CARD Act brings common sense reform and consumer protections to our financial system and is part of our long-term plan to rebuild our economy in a way that is consistent with our values of responsibility and hard work, not high-flying finance schemes.

Sincerely,
Christopher P. Carney
Member of Congress

A QUESTION FOR CONGRESS.

Here are some real questions from a good friend, not only for our Congressman, Carney, but for all of the members.

Hey Tim,

Do me a favor when your at this meeting on monday. try to ask Carney the following questions if you could squeeze these in.

1.People don't neccessarily want a new healthcare program as much as we want healthcare costs overhauled and justified. the cost of aspirin from the hospital $8.00 per tablet. $2500.00 for a cat scan. etc.

2.How is raising the taxes to pay for the program an answer when we can't afford what we pay now. No one salaries have gone up in relation to how fast inflation is hitting everyone in this economy.

3.Everyone is affraid it is going to be a "pool" system as to what and who gets treated. Perhaps if the healthcare industry was regulated a little better or more than it is, that might help alleviate cost concerns. The coverage didn't seem to be as poor before congress passed the bill that all workers are required by law to have healthcare insurance. I realize that this was done so companies would supply benifits to their employees, but companies have found the cheapest and least coverage to save money and are hurting the employee.

4.How can the gov. guarantee that the administrators of this new lan are not going to play"God"? This seems to be the biggest concern especially if someone has a life threating disease. what is the criteria that needs to be met in order to get coverage? Age, race, male, female, etc.

I know these seem ridiculous but what has been put on papers for years has been subject to interpretation. Isn't that why we have the supreme court, to interpret laws.

5. Why is does healthcare reform need to be 1000 pages long that only a Philadelphia lawyer can figure out. Once again, by trying to be politically correct, we've managed to offend everyone.

As I recall, healthcare reform has been an on going quandy for the folks in Washington. Former President Clinton ran on that platform for his first term. Mrs. Clinton was suppose to fix it. I don't recall her doing much about it and that was 17 years ago!

Thanks, And please don't get arrested!!!

LATEST NEWS FROM HOMELAND SECURITY

Global Entry Expansion AnnouncedWed, 12 Aug 2009 06:00:00 -0500
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano today announced the expansion of the Global Entry initiative—a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) pilot program that streamlines the screening process at airports for trusted travelers through biometric identification—to 13 additional airports across the United States.


DHS, DOJ, and Mexico Announce Cooperative InitiativeThu, 13 Aug 2009 06:00:00 -0500
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano, Mexican Attorney General Eduardo Medina-Mora, Mexican National Public Security System Executive Secretary Jorge Tello Peón, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Assistant Secretary John Morton and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Acting Director Kenneth E. Melson today signed a Letter of Intent to develop a coordinated and intelligence-driven response to the threat of cross border smuggling and trafficking of weapons and ammunition.