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House Democrats rolled out landmark legislation Thursday to extend health care to tens of millions who lack coverage, impose new restrictions on private insurers and create a government-run insurance option for cost-conscious consumers.

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HEADLINE: House Dems unveil health bill CAPTION: House Democrats rolled out landmark legislation Thursday to extend health care to tens of millions who lack coverage, impose new restrictions on private insurers and create a...
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Pelosi Touts Education Funding to HBCU Caucus

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With a budget battle looming this fall, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi told Congressional Black HBCU Caucus members and representatives of HBCUs that "nothing brings more money to the Treasury than education." ...
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President Biden Asks Congress To Suspend Gas Tax

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The White House estimates suspending both federal and state gas taxes would save drivers, on average, about 50 cents per gallon.
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What the 2019 Election Results Signal for the 2020 Presidential Race

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Nov.06 -- Larry Sabato, University of Virginia Center for Politics director and Crystal Ball editor-in-chief, discusses what the results of the 2019 elections signal for the 2020 presidential election. He speaks with Bloomberg's David...
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Remarks by the President at Reception Commemorating the Enactment of the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act

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DATELINE: 28 October 2009 Washington, DC Remarks by the President at Reception Commemorating the Enactment of the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act East Room THE PRESIDENT: Thank you so much, everybody. ...
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President Barack Obama is delaying a trip to Asia so he can stay in Washington and deal with with the final push for health care reform.

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HEADLINE: Obama delays Asia trip to deal with health care CAPTION: President Barack Obama is delaying a trip to Asia so he can stay in Washington and deal with with the final push for health care reform. AP correspondent Julie Pace...
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President Obama unveiled his $3.55 trillion budget Thursday, along with a $1.75 trillion deficit. The AP's Julie Pace has the details of Obama's spending plan.

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HEADLINE: Obama unveils budget and record deficit CAPTION: President Obama unveiled his $3.55 trillion budget Thursday, along with a $1.75 trillion deficit. The AP's Julie Pace has the details of Obama's spending plan. (Feb. 26) ...
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CLEAN : Pelosi condemns Azerbaijan's recent 'illegal' attacks on Armenia

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US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi condemns Azerbaijan's attack on Armenia, days after border clashes between the arch foes claimed the lives of more than 200 people (Footage by AFPTV via Getty Images)
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Lindsay Hoyle and Nancy Pelosi speaking to the press

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CLEAN: Interior shot of Speaker of the House of Commons Lindsay Hoyle MP and US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to the press about the UK US special relationship and maintaining democracy on 21 February 2022 in...
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House ldr demands resignation of head of safety agency, Bush comments

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Pool Washington DC - 6 November 2007 1. Wide of Committee Room 2. SOUNDBITE: (English) Bobby Rush, US Congressman (Democrat - Illinois), Committee Chairman: "After decades of neglect, this bill restores the CPSC (Consumer Product Safety...
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Pelosi: Supreme Court 'Eviscerating Americans' Rights'

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US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi calls the Supreme Court's ruling to overturn the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision "outrageous and heart-wrenching."
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Pelosi Pivots on Past Promises

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First, Nancy Pelosi made a promise. Now, she’s taking a gamble. Gear up for an intra-party showdown. Teachers and staff in NYC schools have a decision to make: Get the COVID vaccine by Friday or don’t come back to work on Monday. Plus,...
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A Red State Strategy Kept California Blue

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Republicans have long perfected the art of bashing blue states. Democrats have traditionally avoided demonizing red states at all costs. Why is there such a drastic asymmetry in how our parties talk to — and about — each other?
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Can Anything Big Get Done In Congress During Impeachment?

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Congress is already very partisan, but the impeachment probe could make it even harder for lawmakers to pass major, bipartisan legislation.
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Skirting Shutdown: Congress Keep the Lights On

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Mere hours before a government shutdown, Congress passes legislation to keep the lights on. Nothing is certain except death, taxes, and Facebook covering its ass on Capitol Hill. Much to Ted Cruz’s dismay, unvaccinated NBA players will...
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Texas GOP Signs Arrest Warrants For Absent Dems

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Senate Dems pass a $3.5T budget framework to advance Biden’s agenda on a range of issues, from health care to climate change. Texas Republicans, cosplaying as Texas Rangers, put out arrest warrants for their Democratic colleagues. And on...
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Senate Slated To Vote On $500 Billion Aid Package

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The Republican-backed bill would include Paycheck Protection Program money, funds for schools and liability protections for businesses.
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House Judiciary To Vote On Act Opposing Trump Travel Ban

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Speaker Nancy Pelosi said the House Judiciary Committee will vote on an act that works to limit the president's ability to impose restrictions.
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Obama asks supporters for 'big push' for proposals in State of the Union address

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1. UPSOUND (English) House Speaker John Boehner introduces President Obama "The President of the United States... (applause) 2. Various shots of audience applauding 3. SOUNDBITE: (English) Barack Obama, US President: "Together, we have...
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Republican Campaign Focus On Guns Has New Implications

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Some candidates have shifted targets from policy to groups of people, which can appeal to the base of a political group.
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President's Relationship With GOP Leaders Could Be Key For His Agenda

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President Biden held his first bipartisan meeting with congressional leaders Wednesday, after GOP leaders complained he hadn't done enough outreach.
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House Passes Build Back Better Despite McCarthy Delay

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Despite Kevin McCarthy’s best efforts, House Democrats passed the Build Back Better Act. The $1.9 trillion bill provides universal pre-K, child and elder care assistance, extends the child tax credit, tackles prescription drug prices,...
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Health Care Issues You Should Watch Out For In 2020

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From rising drug costs to the future of abortion rights, the health care debates that could rock 2020.
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Democrats unveil articles of impeachment

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House Democrats announced two articles of impeachment Tuesday against President Donald Trump - abuse of power and obstruction of Congress -- pushing toward historic votes over charges he corrupted the U.S. election process and endangered...