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On Thursday, the do-nothing Republican Congress will vote on the Senate passed budget reconciliation bill—a procedural measure that paves the way for passing the Middle Class Double Tax, which will hike taxes on middle-class families in order to give tax breaks to the rich and big corporations. Make no mistake—the budget reconciliation includes a plethora […]

On Thursday, Reps. Paulsen and Lewis and the do-nothing Republican Congress will vote on the Senate passed budget reconciliation bill—a procedural measure that paves the way for passing the Middle Class Double Tax, which will hike taxes on middle-class families in order to give tax breaks to the rich and big corporations. Make no mistake—the […]

On Thursday, Speaker Ryan’s do-nothing Republican Congress will vote on the Senate passed budget resolution bill—a procedural measure that paves the way for passing a middle-class double tax in order to give tax breaks to the rich and big corporations. Make no mistake—the budget resolution includes many harmful policies that will devastate middle-class families. It […]

During Congress’ long recess, vulnerable House Republicans drew harsh backlash from their constituents for refusing to support the only bipartisan and bicameral DREAM Act. Protesting outside their district offices and delivering petitions, concerned constituents reminded their elected officials that they must do what’s right, protect the DREAMers in their community and support the DREAM Act. […]

“We intend to build the largest battlefield in a decade this cycle, with incredible candidates who can build professional, winning campaigns,” said DCCC Spokesman Tyler Law. “Encouragingly, people on the ground are chipping in early, motivated to support Democratic challengers all across the map.” — Democrats’ early money haul stuns GOP Politico http://www.politico.com/story/2017/10/23/2018-fundraising-democrats-house-races-244044 Democratic candidates […]

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Editorial: Disaster relief shouldn’t be hostage to debate over national debt | WRAL Capitol Broadcasting Company Editorial Board When it comes to disaster relief, give North Carolina’s Sen. Richard Burr his due for some common sense. He understands — particularly following the devastation of hurricanes Irma, Harvey and Maria and the […]

Cleveland.com: Pro-Trump pastor Darrell Scott may challenge U.S. Rep. Dave Joyce in 2018 Republican primary A local pastor with close ties to President Donald Trump’s political operation says he is considering challenging U.S. Rep. Dave Joyce in the 2018 Republican primary. The Rev. Darrell Scott publicly acknowledged his plans twice over the weekend — first […]

After Rep. Mike Bost announced his re-election campaign by bragging about climbing the ladder in Washington and doubling down on Speaker Paul Ryan’s agenda to raise healthcare costs for working families and cut taxes for the wealthy and large corporations, DCCC spokesperson Jacob Peters released the following statement: “Career politician Rep. Mike Bost has always […]

Rep. Dave Brat has gone full Washington by making a deal with Speaker Paul Ryan to blow up the deficit by giving tax cuts to big corporations. Brat’s first campaign for Congress focused on reducing the debt and deficit, yet he agreed to pass a budget that will raise the deficit by $1.5 trillion in […]

“Rep. Thomas Garrett and his do-nothing Republican Congress haven’t just failed to pass healthcare reform, they have also failed to renew a program that covers tens of thousands of Virginia children.” said DCCC spokesperson Jacob Peters. “The inability of Garrett and Washington Republicans to govern is risking the health and financial security of thousands of […]