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Nov 6, 2007 | WNCT-TV Greenville

Wednesday Hearing to Examine U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims

Senator Richard Burr announced today that members of the U.S. Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs will meet to discuss the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims on Wednesday, November 7, 2007. via WNCT-TV Greenville

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Related Topix: US Senate, Republican, US News

Mon Nov 05, 2007

hosted Charlotte.com | Charlotte.com

Editorials: a Dream deferred

“This bill doesn't provide a single provision to improve border security.”

Shame on members of the U.S. Senate who blocked a vote on sensible legislation that would have let young people brought to this country illegally through no fault of their own earn legal resident status if they meet specific conditions.

That's a shortsighted act that tosses aside thousands and thousands of promising young lives like so much debris. Among the myopic are the members of North and South Carolina's Senate delegation: Sen. Elizabeth Dole and Sen. Richard Burr, both R-N.C., and Sen. Lindsey Graham and Sen. Jim DeMint, both R-S.C. All were among those who refused last week to let the so-called DREAM Act stand for a vote. Read more

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Related Topix: Immigration Reform, Elizabeth Dole, US News, US Senate, Republican, Lindsey Graham, Jim DeMint, Opinion

Sat Nov 03, 2007

The Asheville Citizen-Times

Shuler praises passage of bill renaming of VA medical center

“Pfc. George shouted a warning to one comrade, pushed (another) soldier out of danger, and, with full knowledge of the consequences, unhesitatingly threw himself upon the grenade, absorbing the full blast of the explosion.”

U.S. Rep. Heath Shuler today applauded the U.S. Senate for passing his legislation to rename the Asheville VA Medical Center in honor of Pfc. via The Asheville Citizen-Times

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Related Topix: Asheville Metro, Asheville, NC, History in the News, US News, US Senate, Republican

Sun Oct 21, 2007

The East Carolinian

A tale of two senators

“Thank you again for taking the time to share your ideas and concerns. If I can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.”

Burr takes action while Dole twiddles thumbs J.D. Lewis Last week I shared with you my idea of requiring the U.S. Postal Service to place recycling bins in their facilities for the depositing of unwanted sales ... via The East Carolinian

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Related Topix: US News, Elizabeth Dole, Republican, North Carolina Government, North Carolina, Opinion

Fri Oct 19, 2007

Military Officer

MOAA Legislative Update: 2008 COLA Announced

“When you join the military, you're preparing for combat”

This week, the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced the 2008 cost of living adjustment for military retired pay, survivor annuities, and Social Security. via Military Officer

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Related Topix: Check, VA, Social Security, Personal Finance, US News, US Senate, Republican

Wed Oct 17, 2007

Government Executive

Commissioners call for streamlined vets' benefits

“Today's soldier chooses a military career, and their expectation is the same as it would be for any professional working in any organization across America”

Former Sen. Robert Dole and former Health and Human Services Secretary Donna Shalala told a Senate panel Wednesday that the Defense and Veterans Affairs departments need to streamline and clarify benefits ... via Government Executive

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Related Topix: US Senate, Republican, US News

Thu Sep 27, 2007

Daily Dispatch

Zollicoffer's career as city attorney celebrated

“This is from a very grateful City Council and the citizens of Henderson, not only for your service but also for your friendship as well.”

FROM STAFF REPORTS The conferring of the Order of the Long Leaf Pine and the unveiling of a portrait were just two of the surprises Monday afternoon for an attorney who has worked for 35 years to avoid ... via Daily Dispatch

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Related Topix: Henderson, NC, Raleigh Metro, Chapel Hill, NC, US News, US Senate, Republican

Wed Sep 26, 2007

Rocky Mount Telegram

Work First honors area employers for participation

“Anytime you have families that are taking care of themselves, it is a plus not only for our community but for Work First supervisors and clients.”

Community and business leaders gathered Tuesday for the Work First Employer Appreciation Banquet at the Gateway Convention Center. via Rocky Mount Telegram

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Related Topix: Bunn, NC, US News, US Senate, Republican, Edgecombe County, NC, Nash County, NC

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