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Budget Super Committee A Bust

ISSUE 47•47 | 11.23.11 | American Voices

Tasked with finding $1.2 trillion worth of deficit cuts to be spread over the next 10 years, the budget super committee in Congress announced this week it had failed to reach a compromise. more»
Troubled Democrats To Undergo Party Counseling

ISSUE 47•17 | 04.28.11 | Onion News Network On IFC

Democrats finally admitted they may need help to work out their issues. more»
New Congressional Power Rankings Oversight Committee Marks Federalization Of Power Rankings

ISSUE 46•14 | 04.13.10 | Sports News in Brief

WASHINGTON—The U.S. Congress today announced the formation of the National Power Rankings and Team-Positioning Joint Oversight Committee... more»
Congress Announces Plan To Hide Nation's Porn From Future Generations

ISSUE 46•15 | 04.12.10 | Newsroom

Congress hopes the Pornographic Media Concealment Act will ensure a lasting, respectable legacy for our nation, unmarred by the massive quantities of filthy porn we regularly consume. more»
Massa Insinuates He Was Forced Out

ISSUE 46•10 | 03.12.10 | American Voices

After resigning amidst allegations of sexual harassment, former Rep. Eric Massa (D-NY) told Larry King and Glenn Beck that he was targeted by the... more»
Alternate Health Care Bills

ISSUE 46•10 | 03.10.10 | Infographic

In response to President Obama's call for compromise, several lawmakers have concocted their own health care reform bills. Here are some... more»
My Constituents Care Way More About Political Gamesmanship Than Jobs, Health Care, And The Economy

ISSUE 46•09 | 03.02.10 | Commentary

It is my responsibility as an elected official to look out for the people back home, the voters who sent me to Washington. So, after 20 years... more»
Lawmaker Seeks To Ban U.S. Currency

ISSUE 46•07 | 02.19.10 | American Voices

Mike Pitts, a representative in the South Carolina legislature, has proposed a law that would replace dollars with gold and silver in his state. What... more»
Senator Misses Simpler Time When He Could Do Abominable Things In Peace

ISSUE 46•07 | 02.16.10 | News in Brief

WASHINGTON—After being targeted by a Senate Ethics Committee probe for engaging in alleged improprieties with a former staffer, Sen. John... more»
We Finally Get Around To Remembering Ted Kennedy

ISSUE 46•02 | 01.15.10 | Sunday Magazine
Reid Under Fire For Racially Charged Comments

ISSUE 46•02 | 01.12.10 | American Voices

In a new book about the 2008 presidential campaign, Harry Reid is quoted as saying that Obama could be elected because he was "light-skinned" and did... more»
Dodd Steps Down

ISSUE 46•01 | 01.08.10 | American Voices

In the wake of his failed bid for president and sliding poll numbers, Sen. Christopher Dodd (D-CT) announced Wednesday that he would not seek... more»
Senator Byrd The Longest-Serving Lawmaker

ISSUE 45•47 | 11.20.09 | American Voices

After more than 56 years in office, 92-year-old Sen. Robert C. Byrd (D-WV) has become the longest-serving member of Congress. What do you... more»
H.R. 2651 Fans Storm Senate Floor After Passage Of Bill

ISSUE 45•46 | 11.12.09 | News in Brief

WASHINGTON—Diehard fans of H.R. 2651 charged the floor of the Senate chamber Tuesday after their bill, a 14-vote underdog nicknamed the... more»
Congressman Boehner's Terror Alert Skin Set Back To Orange

ISSUE 45•46 | 11.10.09 | News in Photos
Congress Approves $500 Billion For Monument To Human Folly

ISSUE 45•45 | 11.03.09 | News

WASHINGTON—"Our goal is to create a structure that, like the human race itself, is doomed from the outset and plagued by innate flaws that can never be corrected," said Sen. George Voinovich. more»
Senate Passes Blame By Vote Of 91-8

ISSUE 45•44 | 10.26.09 | News in Brief

WASHINGTON—In a rare display of bipartisanship, senators on both sides of the aisle set aside their differences Tuesday and passed off... more»
Three Escaping Legislators Shot From Senate Guard Tower

ISSUE 45•43 | 10.24.09 | News in Photos
Cat Congress Mired In Sunbeam

ISSUE 45•39 | 09.25.09 | News

WASHINGTON—"We've come up against an unforeseen circumstance, but we'll resume deliberation and voting as quickly as is reasonably possible," said majority leader and Budget Committee chaircat Sen. Creamsicle (D-ND), stretching out to his entire length and repeatedly kneading the chamber carpet. more»
BREAKING NEWS: BAT LOOSE IN CONGRESS

ISSUE 45•39 | 09.21.09 | O-SPAN

Congress is deadlocked on the best way to get a bat out of their committee chamber. more»
Who Will Replace Kennedy

ISSUE 45•37 | 09.09.09 | Infographic

Malachy O'Halloran: Dorchester, MA retired ironworker, bar regular, and professional Irish American You: Could... more»
Congress Deadlocked Over How To Not Provide Health Care

ISSUE 45•34 | 08.18.09 | News

WASHINGTON—"It is our responsibility to put differences aside and focus on refusing Americans the health care they deserve," said House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. more»
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ISSUE 45•34 | 08.18.09 | Slideshow
Congress Beginning To Suspect Senator Mark Warner Might Be Homeless

ISSUE 45•33 | 08.12.09 | News

WASHINGTON—Warner's recent habit of introducing legislation written out on large pieces of brown cardboard only furthers speculation that he has hit hard times. more»
Oh, Dear God, What Are You People Doing To Me?

ISSUE 45•29 | 07.14.09 | Commentary

Damnable fate! What is this horrid anguish that fills my being? Not an hour ago I was finely formed, a measure shaped from noble intent. But some... more»
Congressman Demands To Know Who Left Fish Sandwich To Rot On House Floor

ISSUE 45•24 | 06.11.09 | O-SPAN

Rep. McCullough cannot even fathom the amount of contempt you'd have to hold for Congress, the American people to do something so inconsiderate. more»
Congressman's Son Won't Shut The Hell Up During Hearing

ISSUE 47•47 ISSUE 45•20 | 05.13.09 | O-SPAN

Congressman Eisley conducts hearing on Market Data Protection Reform, restrains self from murdering five year old son. more»
Revitalizing The GOP

ISSUE 45•20 | 05.12.09 | Infographic

The defection of Pennsylvania Sen. Arlen Specter from the Republicans to the Democrats has left the GOP without enough members to filibuster,... more»
Offbeat Congressman Having Trouble Finding Committee To Fit Into

ISSUE 45•14 | 03.30.09 | News in Brief

WASHINGTON—Two months into his first term, Rep. Jason McKenna (D-OR) reported Monday that, despite his best efforts, he has been unable to... more»
Congress Forced To Watch Training Video About Bipartisan Cooperation

ISSUE 45•13 | 03.23.09 | News

WASHINGTON—"Oh, I can't wait to listen to Democrats!" said Sen. Jim Risch (R-ID). "I’m totally going to consider their feelings and initiatives before voting. Pff. As if!" more»

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Budget Super Committee A Bust

Troubled Democrats To Undergo Party Counseling

New Congressional Power Rankings Oversight Committee Marks Federalization Of Power Rankings

Congress Announces Plan To Hide Nation's Porn From Future Generations

Massa Insinuates He Was Forced Out

Alternate Health Care Bills

My Constituents Care Way More About Political Gamesmanship Than Jobs, Health Care, And The Economy

Lawmaker Seeks To Ban U.S. Currency

Senator Misses Simpler Time When He Could Do Abominable Things In Peace

We Finally Get Around To Remembering Ted Kennedy

Reid Under Fire For Racially Charged Comments

Dodd Steps Down

Senator Byrd The Longest-Serving Lawmaker

H.R. 2651 Fans Storm Senate Floor After Passage Of Bill

Congressman Boehner's Terror Alert Skin Set Back To Orange

Congress Approves $500 Billion For Monument To Human Folly

Senate Passes Blame By Vote Of 91-8

Three Escaping Legislators Shot From Senate Guard Tower

Cat Congress Mired In Sunbeam

BREAKING NEWS: BAT LOOSE IN CONGRESS

Who Will Replace Kennedy

Congress Deadlocked Over How To Not Provide Health Care

Congress

Congress Beginning To Suspect Senator Mark Warner Might Be Homeless

Oh, Dear God, What Are You People Doing To Me?

Congressman Demands To Know Who Left Fish Sandwich To Rot On House Floor

Congressman's Son Won't Shut The Hell Up During Hearing

Revitalizing The GOP

Offbeat Congressman Having Trouble Finding Committee To Fit Into

Congress Forced To Watch Training Video About Bipartisan Cooperation

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