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The 2016 Democratic Platform Drafting Committee held its second day of hearings to listen to party officials and policy experts on education, jobs, and the economy. “Moving America Forwar…

The first night of the 2012 Democratic National Convention included presentation of the party platform for a final vote by delegates. Speakers included former President Jimmy Carter, who spo…

The Democratic National Committee Platform Drafting Committee met to determine its 2012 platform recommendations. On day two of the proceedings, dozens of witnesses spoke about various issue…

On the first day of a meeting to draft the 2012 platform for the Democratic Party. Among the topics addressed were marriage equality, local economic issues, education reform, U.S.-Israel rel…

The House passed in a 219-212 vote the climate change and energy bill. It includes cap and trade provisions and renewable energy requirements. Members also approved $32 billion for Interior …

Secretary of State Clinton testified on U.S. foreign policy priorities before the House Foreign Affairs Committee. Among the topics she addressed were the Obama administration’s approach to …

U.S. Ambassador Ryan Crocker and General David Petraeus testified on the current situation in Iraq. The witnesses largely reiterated their opening statements before the House Armed Services …

The House began day one of a non-binding Iraq War resolution saying that Congress would continue to support U.S. armed forces in Iraq, but it disapproves President George W. Bush’s decision …

The House of Representatives debated the use of military force with Iraq. Note: there is recording problems due to solar flares at around 16:50 hours.

The House debated a non-binding resolution (H. Res. 861) on support for operations in Iraq and efforts to combat international terrorism. It also stated that no time limits should be set for…

The House International Relations Committee held a hearing on United States policy toward Iran. Among the topics they addressed were Iranian nuclear programs and potential weapons developmen…

The House International Relations Committee held a hearing on U.S. policy toward the Palestinians following the Palestinian parliamentary elections and transition of political power to Hamas…

Undersecretary Hughes testified about her recent travels to Indonesia and Malaysia where she visited some of the areas affected by the December 2004 tsunami. She also talked about the goals …

The House will consider the Medical Malpractice Bill. The House will also consider several conference reports including Energy bill, Highway Bill, Interior/Environoment Spending, and Legisla…

A House International Relations Subcommittee held a hearing on the crisis in Haiti. Witnesses testified about the insurgency in Haiti that forced President Aristide to resign and go into exi…

The House debated debated motions to instruct conferees.