Political Quick Hits: October 14th Edition

Here’s your weekly quick look at few developing stories in the political arena:

• On Tuesday, President Obama’s jobs bill was defeated in the Senate. 50 senators voted for it, 49 against it, a bill needs 60 votes in the Senate to proceed. President Obama promised after this setback to break his jobs bill up into several smaller parts, which would each come up for a vote. (CNN)

• On Wednesday night, Congress overwhelmingly passed free trade deals with Panama, Colombia and South Korea. This is seen as the most significant expansion of trade relations in two decades. The agreement with South Korea, which is the world’s 15th largest economy, could be a boost for the U.S. economy and has the potential to create up to 280,000 American jobs and boost exports by $12 billion, according to the U.S. International Trade Commission. (Washington Post)

Peek inside for details on the Iranian terror plot:

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Justin Burkhardt

House Passes Debt Ceiling Agreement

On Monday night, the House of Representatives passed the debt ceiling bill by a 269-161 vote. The bill will next be voted on by the Senate today at noon, where it is expected to pass and be sent to President Obama to sign.

This really is cutting it to down to the last second, just like the government shutdown threat a few months ago, as the bill must be signed by Tuesday night to avoid default. In a surprise move at the vote, Rep. Gabrielle Giffords arrived to a standing ovation and cast her first vote  in the House since being shot in January, she voted in favor of the debt ceiling agreement.

In case you’re still wondering how the debt ceiling agreement affects you, check our guide.

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Justin Burkhardt

The Truth About Blacks and Abortion |99Problems.org

“I never understood Planned Parenthood, Cause I never met nobody plan to be a parent in the hood” says a joyful Kanye West on his underground release, ‘The Joy’.” “Taking refills, of that plan B pill, another shorty that won’t make it to the family will,” he continues. It sounds funny but a lot of my people can relate to that line which is why they chuckle when they stumble upon that line in the song. … Continue Reading

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DJWillieShakes

VOTE TODAY!!! FIND OUT WHO’S ON THE BALLOT AND WHERE YOU CAN VOTE IN WISCONSIN HERE ON 99PROBLEMS!!!!

Wisconsin voters will head to the polls for primary elections TODAY. Polls will be open from 7:00am to 8:00pm. Make sure you cast a vote TODAY so you have a say in who represents you.

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Your vote makes a huge difference in the primary elections where contests can often be close. Make sure you have a say in your government: get out and vote TODAY.

If you have any questions, visit the Wisconsin Government Accountability Board’s website or call (608) 266-8005.

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Changing of the Guard

Tuesday night was a paradigm shift in Pennsylvania History! Old blood was retired and new blood was given a chance! Many in Pennsylvania knew Arlen Specter as a moderate conservative in Pennsylvania who back in 2008 switched to the blue Democratic side to ensure his re-election to the United States Senate. Many would say that the Obama effect is failing as OFA canvassed, robo-called and phone banked the citizens of Pennsylvania to ensure voter turnout for Senator Specter. However when it came down to it Tuesday, the voters of Pennsylvania were not happy with where Mr. Specter stood on different issues within our state and his long run in congress and so many felt that it was time for a new young person in office.

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Kirin Kennedy