Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Constituent Update
State Sen. Austin Allran reports on legislative proposals, including school calendar modification, offshore drilling, estate tax, drug trafficking penalties.
President Obama’s press conference, March 24, 2009
Here is the complete text of President Obama’s press conference at the White House, with questions and answers.
Friday, March 20, 2009
State GOP invalidates Catawba County Republican convention
State party takes over local organization after agreeing with challenge to precinct meetings, convention.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
McHenry has questions for Commerce secretary nominee
N.C. congressman wants to know Gary Locke’s position on the Census Bureau.
The Raleigh Report
State Rep. Ray Warren discusses Perdue speech, upcoming community meetings and legislative activity on education, energy efficiency, equality and crime.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Democratic, Republican leadership respond to Perdue’s budget proposal
Democratic chairman says governor’s plan is forward-thinking. GOP chairwoman says it’s flawed with wrong decisions.
Perdue unveils state budget proposals
Governor says challenges great, but per-pupil spending increase and job creation can be accomplished.
Goss urges local employers to consider summer job opportunities for youth
State senator says federal stimulus money is expected to fund summer work for youth.
Obama addresses small business delegates at White House
Here is the complete text of President Obama’s address to small business representatives and his view of small business role in U.S. recovery effort.