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Will the Stimulus Package Save Us?

Posted on February 15, 2009 by Phil Velez

On Tuesday, President Barack Obama will sign the $787 billion dollar stimulus package approved last week. Republicans are not happy, calling the package unlimited wasteful spending. However they did not offer a timely realistic alternative that would save homeowners, schools, … Continue reading →

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We Need This Stimulus Package Now!

Posted on February 5, 2009 by Phil Velez

How much longer must we wait before our elected leaders approve the desperately needed stimulus package? The present economy is extremely weak, however how bleak does it need to be before our fearless leaders decide to get their collective act … Continue reading →

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MLK and Inauguration Day 2009

Posted on January 14, 2009 by Phil Velez

Tomorrow is the actual birth date of Dr. Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. This year’s national holiday honoring the civil rights leader happens to precede, by 24 hours, the inauguration of the first African-American President of the United States. Since … Continue reading →

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Thank you, Tim Russert

Posted on June 18, 2008 by Phil Velez

Tim Russert showed every one what it means to be a great journalist. The response to his death has been incredible and he leaves a huge professional gap in the political media world. I learned a great deal watching him … Continue reading →

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Puerto Rico

Posted on May 27, 2008 by Phil Velez

With Puerto Rico now playing a vital role in the Democratic National nomination I was excited to read the recent Op-Ed piece in the New York Times. If you have not read it, please do if you are interested in … Continue reading →

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