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The Senate approved the compromise proposal to extend the tax cuts and began debate on the new Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START).

Senator Bernard Sanders (I-VT) began a filibuster of proposed legislation to extend George W. Bush-era tax cuts. He objected to the extensions for those in the highest income brackets, highl…

Senator Bernard Sanders (I-VT) conducted a filibuster of proposed legislation to extend George W. Bush-era tax cuts. He objected to the extensions for those in the highest income brackets, h…

The Senate failed to move forward on several measures, one dealing with immigration and another that creates a fund for first responders with health issues as a result of the terrorist attac…

Senators voted to remove Judge Thomas Porteous from office based on four articles of impeachment brought by the House. This marked the first time since 1989 that a federal judge had been rem…

The Senate convened and resumed consideration of H.R.4853, the legislative vehicle for the Tax Extenders bill.

The Senate approved a food safety bill.

Retirement Living TV hosted a discussion on health care and social security with Cokie Roberts, politicians, and other reporters and pollsters.

Senator Bernie Sanders spoke by phone about cost of living adjustments (COLAs) for Social Security recipients. For the second consecutive year, recipients will not receive COLAs.

Witnesses testified about the status of the Social Security program and other forms of retirement savings. They focused on reports that found that 27 percent of workers had less than $1,000 …

The Senate debated taking up a tax incentive package to encourage business to bring overseas back to the U.S.

Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki testified about his decision to expand Agent Orange disability benefits to veterans. He emphasized the research linking Vietnam veterans' exposure to…

Senators made general speeches.

The Senate Budget Committee held a confirmation hearing on the nomination of Jacob Lew to be director, Office of Management and Budget. Senators questions focused on several issues related t…

Senator Bernie Sanders talked about his position on George W. Bush-era tax cuts. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. C-SPAN Radio’s Nancy Calo read news headl…

Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) held a town hall meeting. He spoke about the economy, Social Security, and Iraq. At the beginning of the meeting several constituents gave testimonials and spok…

A dedication ceremony was held for the new Calvin Coolidge Museum and Education Center at the historic site where he was born and sworn in as president. Numerous state dignitaries attended a…

Economists testified on the state of the U.S. economy, the impact of the recession, and prospects for economic recovery. They also talked about the size of the budget deficit, unemployment r…