January 2009

After being handed a resounding defeat in the last two election cycles Republicans today elected a new leader that vows to put them back on top.  Former Maryland Lieutenant Governor Michael Steele will serve asthe Republican National Committee's first ever African American party chairman and promises to modernize the GOP.  After six rounds of votes Steele won with a total of 91 votes-85 votes ... read more

All this week we have been trying to delve into the Economic Stimulus Package -- or the "American Recovery and Reinvestment Plan" -- whatever you call it .. there's no doubt -- it's big.. and tonight we'll break down just how big.   The dollar figure itself -- is staggering, of course... a trimmed down 819 Billion dollars --is still very hefty.  But, there's new analysis (that is inflation ... read more

Some days are "newsier" than others... (if you'll pardon the use of the word "newsy" to begin with)   But, lately -- as I wrote in yesterday's blog -- every single day has been jam packed with very substantive news that potentially affects your wallet, your safety, your health, or your livelihood.  So every day -- I work with the staff of Special Report.. the fantastic producers, and ... read more

President Obama headed to Capitol Hill today to pitch House and Senate Republicans on moving forward with his 825 Billion dollar economic stimulus package -- that the administration calls a "Recovery and Reinvestment" package -- and it is proving to be his first real test at getting bipartisan approval to something that is not attractive to many Republicans.. and quite a few fiscally conservative ... read more

     Well, we have plenty to cover today.   With a new administration - comes a new flurry of activity -- non-stop hard news out of Washington and around the world.   It is a busy time with a lot of substantial issues to cover as decisions are made.. or not made here in the nation's capitol.   The thing about the Special Report format that I think makes it work so well -- is that we give ... read more

Welcome to the first posting on this new blog.  I plan on posting SOMETHING everyday.  And I thought I would welcome you by explaining what the average day holds for yours truly.  I spend the morning with my family -- my wife, Amy, and my 18-month old son Paul.  It's the only real family time I have with both of them.. because, by the time I get home at night - 7:45p-8:00p .. Paul is ... read more