Carson: No exemptions on immunizations
“We already have policies in place at schools that require immunization records and things of that nature,” the conservative neurosurgeon, who is weighing a 2016 run for president, told CNN’s…
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Here’s Why Rand Paul Is Flat-Out Wrong On Vaccinations
The following post first appeared on FactCheck.org. Sen. Rand Paul gave false and misleading statements about vaccine safety in two separate interviews, including a claim that “many” children have developed…
Tim Kaine, Claire McCaskill Bill Would Require Sexual Assault Education In Public High Schools
WASHINGTON — As universities and colleges face heightened scrutiny over their handling of campus rape, two Democratic senators want high schoolers to be required to learn about sexual assault. The…
House votes – again – to repeal Obamacare
This latest vote marked the 67th time the House has voted to entirely repeal, defund or change some provisions of President Barack Obama’s signature health care law. Republican aides emphasize…
FBI official: ISIS is recruiting US teens
Steinbach is leading the daunting effort to stay on top of the evolving threat landscape. In an exclusive interview with CNN inside the agency’s Strategic Information and Operations Center, he…
Jordanian Pilot’s Death Adds To Worries About U.S. Fight Against ISIS
WASHINGTON — The U.S.-led fight against the Islamic State became even more complicated Tuesday, after a video posted online indicated that the militant group had killed a Jordanian pilot taking…
These Ex-Lawmakers Could Barely Wait To Sell Out
It didn’t take long for these lawmakers to cash in on their careers as public servants. Read the whole story at Vocativ
GOP Party Chairman Really Doesn’t Want To Talk About Abolishing The IRS
WASHINGTON — It’s prominently featured on the Republican Party’s website, with its own page and even a petition for the cause: “Stand With The GOP And Fight To Abolish the…
House Passes 56th Anti-Obamacare Measure
WASHINGTON — The House of Representatives on Tuesday voted for the 56th time to repeal or undermine the Affordable Care Act. The vote was largely symbolic, because it is unlikely…
Graham rebukes Paul on vaccines
“The statement of [Sen. Rand] Paul would create anxiety because he’s a doctor, he’s a respected senator and there is no evidence that I’m aware of that a vaccine causes…
HUFFPOST HILL – I’m Laura Linney, And THIS Is Aaron Schock’s Office
Thom Tillis isn’t sorry about opposing a minimum wage increase, but he hopes restaurant employees will find comfort by keeping their hands smeared with poop all day. As a nod…
E.P.A. Review of Keystone Pipeline Notes Potential Rise in Greenhouse Gases
WASHINGTON — An Environmental Protection Agency review of the Keystone XL pipeline emphasized that the recent drop in global oil prices might mean that construction of the pipeline could spur…
White House changes immunization funding
The White House budget, released on Monday, cuts $50 million from the Department of Health and Human Services’ 317 Program. The 317 Program provides vaccines at no cost to underinsured…
Mitch McConnell: I Had Polio, So Yes, I’m A ‘Big Fan’ Of Vaccines
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) on Tuesday voiced support for vaccinations and spoke about the issue in personal terms. “As a victim of polio myself, I’m a big fan…
This Republican Senator Is Fighting For Your Freedom Not To Wash Your Hands In The Bathroom
While many GOP lawmakers were busy deciding whether they think parents should vaccinate their children in the midst of a freak measles outbreak, freshman Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) has concerned…
Scott Walker’s Stadium Proposal Bucks Both Liberal And Conservative Desires
WASHINGTON — As Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker (R) shifts his focus to national politics in preparation for a likely presidential run, controversy over his proposed state budget may force his…
In Surprise Move, Illinois Governor Issues Medical Marijuana Licenses
Eighteen months after medical marijuana was legalized in Illinois, Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner on Monday granted dozens of permits to select businesses to cultivate and sell the drug. – Ali…
Congressman Speculates ‘Illegal Aliens’ Could Be To Blame For Measles Outbreak
Immigration hardliner Rep. Mo Brooks (R-Ala.) said Tuesday that “illegal aliens” may be to blame for the recent measles outbreak that began in California and has continued to spread to…
Tillis: Government shouldn’t require restaurant hand-washing
He told the story of a conversation he had at a Starbucks in his old state legislative district, where he said businesses should be able to “opt out” of some…
Marco Rubio: All Children In America Should Be Vaccinated
WASHINGTON — Breaking from several of his potential rivals for the White House, Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) said Tuesday that parents should “absolutely” vaccinate their children to preserve the health…
EPA Comments Challenge State Department Conclusions On Keystone’s Climate Impacts
WASHINGTON — The Environmental Protection Agency issued comments on the State Department’s environmental analysis of the Keystone XL pipeline, stating that development of the Canadian oil sands “represents a significant…
Boehner calls out Cruz to continue fight with administration on immigration
The Speaker’s move to name check Cruz and Sessionstwo conservatives who prodded the House to tie funding for the Department of Homeland security to measures to block the Administration’s immigrations…
Mayor Bill De Blasio To Push For Major Minimum Wage Hike In New York City
NEW YORK — New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio (D) announced Tuesday that he will push to have the city’s hourly minimum wage jump to $13 by next year…
The ‘Margin Of Error’ Is More Controversial Than You Think
If you read polls in the news, you’re probably familiar with the term “margin of error.” What you may not know is that pollsters disagree fiercely about when it should…
Rand Paul’s Vaccine Comments Are Latest Chapter In 136-Year-Old Debate
Republicans have learned to dodge questions about climate change by saying, “I’m not a scientist.” When Rand Paul started getting questions about vaccines on Monday, he had no such excuse….
Senate Approves Bill Aimed At Reducing Suicide Epidemic Among Veterans
The Senate has approved a bill aimed at reducing a suicide epidemic among military veterans, sending the measure to President Barack Obama. – The bill would require the Pentagon and…
California’s Prison-Population Reduction Is Good News
After years of legal troubles, California’s prison system is finally on the right track. Read the whole story at The San Francisco Chronicle
Measles puts Congress on spot
House Speaker John Boehner told reporters Tuesday he believes “all children should be vaccinated,” though he doesn’t know there “ought to be” another law. The controversy also crept into a…
Mind the (media) gap: Christie skips the press in London
Christie was scheduled to make remarks to the press after having lunch with British Chancellor George Osborne, but he did not come to the microphones. “We had a lot of…
John Boehner: ‘All Children Ought To Be Vaccinated’
House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) weighed in on vaccinations after he was asked Tuesday if there’s a role for Congress on vaccines. “I don’t know that we need another law…