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January 15, 2010
He was assassinated on April 4, 1968, but his dream of equality, hisleadership and his courage continue to inspire millions of peoplearound the world.

January 13, 2010

My prayers are with the people of Haiti during this difficult time. As you know, thousands are feared dead and many more injured from the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that devastated the already impoverished Caribbean nation on January 12, 2010.


January 5, 2010


Kaptur said the project represents a pioneering effort to make U.S. military bases energy independent. The construction efforts outlined today will ultimately produce more than one megawatt of power, or more than a third of the base’s total requirement of electricity.


January 4, 2010


Each household will receive a Census form in the mail starting in mid-March. For the first time, every household will receive the short form, which is simple, straightforward and easy to understand. Short forms traditionally have had higher participation rates than long forms.

December 28, 2009


To qualify for the COBRA subsidy, a worker must have been involuntarily separated between Sept. 1, 2008 and Feb. 28, 2010. Workers who have lost their jobs and meet the qualifications may receive a 65 percent subsidy for COBRA continuation premiums for themselves and their families for up to 15 months.