Posts Tagged Bobby Scott
The Future of Congressman Scott’s Effort to Raise the Minimum Wage is Unclear
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 16, 2019
Congressman Bobby Scott
The House of Representatives is set to vote this week on raising the minimum wage. And, Virginia Congressman Bobby Scott is leading the charge. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Lawmakers Take Sides on Recent Religious Freedom Ruling
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 25, 2019
A recent Supreme Court decision upended how courts view religious freedom, making it possible for corporations to deny certain health services to female employees based on a religious exemption. Now, two Virginia Congressman are now heavily involved in the debate. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Democrats Seem Likely to Take on New Leadership Roles in Congress
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 8, 2018
Congressman Bobby Scott, who will likely become the next chairman of the Education Committee. (Credit: US Congress)
Now that Democrats have taken control of the House, Democrats in Virginia’s congressional delegation are about to take on a new and more significant role in the next Congress. Michael Pope reports.
Bobby Scott Leads as Potential Senate Pick, Although Campaign Finance Could Be Stumbling Block
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 19, 2016
Credit: United States Congress
Democratic Congressman Bobby Scott is ramping up his presence on Capitol Hill, appearing at a Hillary Clinton campaign event this week and sending new fundraising emails. Michael Pope has this look at his campaign finance record.
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From NPR News- State Department Should Be More Diverse And Engaged Across U.S., Report Says March 3, 2021The Biden administration pledges a foreign policy that delivers to middle-class Americans. Linking up to locales across the country — outside D.C. — could help with that, according to a new report.
- American Factories Are Roaring Back. The Problem? They Can't Find Critical Parts March 3, 2021U.S. factories are thriving thanks to unexpected strong demand for all kinds of goods, but that is also leading to unexpected headaches.
- Congressional Panels Examine Military's Role In Insurrection, New Security Funding March 3, 2021The Senate Rules and Homeland Security committees will hear from top military officials on their role in the insurrection. This, as a House panel weighs new Capitol security spending.
- Worried About Coronavirus Variants? Here's What You Need To Know March 3, 2021Scientists are spotting new coronavirus variants almost on a daily basis. So far public health experts are still most worried about three important ones.
- Drug Overdose Deaths Surge Among Black Americans During Pandemic March 3, 2021Black Americans with addiction face "pervasive and continuing systemic racism" and often struggle to gain access to treatments that prevent fatal overdoses.
- State Department Should Be More Diverse And Engaged Across U.S., Report Says March 3, 2021
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- Nicola Sturgeon says Alex Salmond conspiracy claims 'absurd' March 3, 2021The first minister rejects much of Mr Salmond's version of events as she gives evidence to an inquiry.
- Budget 2021: Rishi Sunak to set out plans for recovery March 3, 2021The chancellor will promise to do "whatever it takes" to help the UK's pandemic-damaged economy.
- Covid vaccine being tested in patients with low immunity March 3, 2021The race is on to find out if those with cancer and other conditions can be protected as the UK unlocks.
- 'If the others go I'll go': Inside China's scheme to transfer Uighurs into work March 2, 2021A high-level Chinese study says a massive work scheme is reducing Uighur population density in Xinjiang.
- Covid-19: Dolly Parton marks vaccination with Jolene rewrite March 3, 2021Singing to the tune of her hit song Jolene, the country star, 75, promotes coronavirus vaccinations.
- Nicola Sturgeon says Alex Salmond conspiracy claims 'absurd' March 3, 2021
