| 单词 | special interest |
| 例句 | The PTA began a paper drive and took a special interest in Christmas wrappings. Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel 1994-09-12T00:00:00Z ‘Orion is a problem. Unlike the other giants, Orion has been walking the earth for centuries. He takes a special interest in killing Amazons, or Hunters, or any female who dares to be strong.’ Blood of Olympus 2014-10-07T00:00:00Z Aztec ruins hold no special interest for me. Hunger of Memory 1982-01-01T00:00:00Z Off and on, during their broadcasting years, all seven of the children had been fair game for the kind of child psychologist or professional educator who takes a special interest in extra-precocious children. Franny and Zooey 1961-09-14T00:00:00Z Reportedly, the murder was only routinely reported with little special interest by the press in Cairo, Beirut, New Delhi, and Saigon. The Autobiography of Malcolm X 1965-01-01T00:00:00Z She’d told me that she had taken a special interest in me, and she’d be making things hard for me in the romance department, just because she liked me. The Battle of the Labyrinth 2008-05-06T00:00:00Z Guenever, who was not particularly good with hawks and had no special interest in them, was frightened by his frowning brow, and, because she was frightened, she became clumsy. The Once and Future King 1958-01-01T00:00:00Z I regarded her, of course, with special interest. Jane Eyre 1847-10-16T00:00:00Z Ella took a special interest in me right away—Hilda must have mentioned some of my troubles in particular, since she was always concerned about me being separated from the family. X: A Novel 2015-01-01T00:00:00Z He was also given access to the Church’s personal trainer, Harry Sneider, a former weight-lifting champion who took a special interest in Bobby. Endgame 2011-02-01T00:00:00Z Ishmael’s father—owner, publisher, editor, chief reporter, photographer, and printer of the San Piedro Review—had a special interest in these proceedings. Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel 1994-09-12T00:00:00Z He knew how government worked, how vicious politics was, and how people with special interests tried to influence and manipulate lawmakers with words or favors. Ambushed! 2021-10-12T00:00:00Z From then on, I took a special interest in Japan. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z Now he is smiling, taking a special interest in Minerva. In the Time of the Butterflies 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z Whenever I opened a text that hadn’t been used for years, I realized that my special interests and skills united me to a mere handful of academics. Hunger of Memory 1982-01-01T00:00:00Z I wonder if they notice my special interest? Before We Were Free 2002-08-13T00:00:00Z Didn’t it occur to him to mention that our family might have a special interest in it? Linked 2021-07-20T00:00:00Z What group has a more urgent special interest, what group needs a bloc, a lobby, more than the black man? The Autobiography of Malcolm X 1965-01-01T00:00:00Z “I’m an autistic kid with a special interest,” Sasha said, and smiled. The 57 Bus 2017-10-17T00:00:00Z But this is a sober, industrious field, and the work goes on methodically, with special interest just now in the molecular genetics of organelles. The Lives of a Cell 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z He had the money and the special interest to have a lot of books that you wouldn’t have in general circulation. The Autobiography of Malcolm X 1965-01-01T00:00:00Z The day after my essay appeared in USA Today, the First Lady, who has a special interest in foster care and adoption, mentioned my essay on Rosie O’Donnell’s talk show. Three Little Words: A Memoir 2007-12-27T00:00:00Z Little countries no one ever heard of have their Washington lobbies, representing their special interests. The Autobiography of Malcolm X 1965-01-01T00:00:00Z There are no more special interests or special cases. Cosmos 1980-01-01T00:00:00Z The regent explained that I was being groomed to be a counselor to the king and that he hoped the reverend would take a special interest in me. Long Walk to Freedom 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z Abramoff says term limits would prevent lawmakers from getting too close to special interests. Abramoff criticizes reforms after lobbying scandal 2011-11-07T12:44:10Z “Socialism is the cry of special interests,” Smith rebutted at a rally in Boston. A Green New Deal ignites an old red scare 2019-05-07T04:00:00Z Over the course of a year, they navigate fund-raising requirements; the process of securing key committee assignments; and relationships with lobbyists and special interest groups. What’s on TV Tuesday: ‘John Lewis: Celebrating a Hero’ and a Timely Documentary 2020-08-04T04:00:00Z He dreamed of being a professional soccer player until, almost by accident, and with no special interest in food, he found a menial job in a restaurant. Books of The Times: A Chef as Visionary, Poet and Chemist 2010-10-05T17:16:00Z There are also references to Jimmy Carter's 1979 "Crisis of Confidence" speech, even timelier now considering Carter's warnings about ordinary Americans feeling remote from a government driven by special interests. '#ReGeneration': Film on citizen powerlessness lacks power 2012-05-03T20:18:07Z One group of women took a special interest in us. A D.C. couple overcomes their latest mountain together 2015-02-12T05:00:00Z Schneer's well-researched book will appeal to history buffs with a special interest in World War I or the origins of the conflict in the Middle East. 'The Balfour Declaration': Jonathan Schneer's history of a short statement that led to the long conflict between Israelis and Palestinians 2010-08-11T23:15:00Z I am a professor of early modern literature, with a special interest in the Renaissance. How Bob Dylan used the ancient practice of "imitatio" to craft some of the most original songs 2022-11-19T05:00:00Z Sassen spent a year, on and off, photographing the palace and its archives, with a special interest in the palace’s women. A Photographer’s Ode to the Women of Versailles 2019-06-27T04:00:00Z The businessman of the play is visiting Washington to break into the “special interest business.” The Week Ahead: Mar. 27 ? April 2 2011-03-25T14:27:11Z But of special interest was the American premiere of “Bell Drum Towers” by Zhou Long, the Chinese-born composer who won the 2011 Pulitzer Prize in music for his opera “Madame White Snake.” Music Review: The American Composers Orchestra at Zankel Hall 2013-01-20T20:34:10Z Such disclosures “help the reader understand that the writer does not have a neutral position regarding the special interest group,” said Lucy Dalglish, the dean of the University of Maryland’s journalism school. Thomas Friedman’s columns prompt a different kind of ethical question for the New York Times 2021-12-20T05:00:00Z Okun accepted Tulumello’s argument that the nine have a “special interest” in the proceeding and could be affected by the outcome. Judge allows Corcoran Gallery critics to present case against breakup deal in court Among the many interconnected arts the Dadaists pursued, music was of special interest because it naturally resists interpretation. Dada Was Born 100 Years Ago. So What? 2016-07-08T04:00:00Z Typically, the toys that come with McDonald’s Happy Meals are meant for young kids and hold no special interest for older customers. The latest McDonald's Happy Meal toys are very popular with scalpers in Japan 2021-03-15T04:00:00Z Peck, described as “a naturalist, writer, and historian with a special interest in the intersection of science and art,” knows his stuff, having curated an exhibition of Lear’s paintings at Harvard’s Houghton Library. For the art lover, the naturalist, the child in your life, a new book on Edward Lear 2016-11-23T05:00:00Z Creating museums for their stories is not about serving special interests. David Adjaye on Designing a Museum That Speaks a Different Language 2016-09-21T04:00:00Z West is of special interest because he seems almost unable to move from huge self-absorption to a rudimentary grasp of the public world. How Fox News created a new culture of idiots 2012-10-28T12:00:00Z The menu, designed with the input of more than 800 survey respondents from the area, rounds up the usual diner suspects — pancakes, omelets, BLTs — while taking special interests into consideration. At Slim’s Diner, short orders take too long 2016-08-05T04:00:00Z In the showdown between the studio and the special interest group, both sides have taken hits. "Dilemma" dispute hurts studio and gay rights group 2010-10-12T04:59:00Z But Swift had been Shannon’s “special interest” since elementary school, her mother said, and the vibrant fan culture around the pop star had provided a lifeline. Taylor Swift Fans Needed a Miracle. Here’s How They Got Tickets. 2023-03-16T04:00:00Z I’ve loved her previous work, but obviously this one is going to be of special interest to me. Daniel Mendelsohn: By the Book 2018-01-04T05:00:00Z A good thing to ask about big-idea plays like this is whether what’s left after you untangle the chronology is of any special interest. Review: Self, Meet Your Future, in ‘A Parallelogram’ 2017-08-02T04:00:00Z He said he and lawmakers were responding not to a special interest group or to campaign contributors, but to “a real human need”. Pennsylvania takes states allowing medical marijuana to new high 2016-04-17T04:00:00Z Meanwhile, Thackery tests the power of hypnosis and takes special interest in a pair of conjoined twins. TV listings: Friday, Nov. 20, 2015 2015-11-19T05:00:00Z The presents will be opened over many days in a kind of slow travel of present-giving and will be geared towards his special interests, not what we think he may or, worse, should like. My autistic son made me see the season anew – a Christmas tree is not a fish! 2019-12-24T05:00:00Z Menus have become ever-briefer in the pandemic, resulting in fewer choices, especially for special interest groups. Review | How to freshen up your takeout game and keep restaurant food hot in the cold 2020-12-10T05:00:00Z Besides the founder effect, another phenomenon of special interest from evolutionary biology is punctuated equilibrium. Sex’s feel-good evolution: Charles Darwin’s erotic shocker 2014-03-09T20:00:00Z Maybe that’s to be expected when your mother is a scholar with a special interest in Puritanism. Scene City: Public Theater Raises Funds for Renovation 2012-03-07T21:34:55Z Instead, we have allowed political special interests to paralyze the legislative process and block effective public health measures. When being HIV-positive was a crime 2013-04-02T15:15:00Z Not every show will be so easily marketable to a special interest group. Pay what you can: how low and how far can theatres go? 2011-08-17T11:08:11Z Going full-Hulk on the majority leader, Stewart climbed on top of his desk and shouted: “The only reason the language is in there is because your’e bowing down to right-wing special interests!” “Son of a b*tch!” Jon Stewart hammers “disingenuous” GOP and “dumb-ass” Dems over anti-sex trafficking fiasco 2015-03-18T04:00:00Z And despite the Watergate babies’ desire to remove money from politics, the Democrats did little to halt the stream of funds from lobbyists, private money and special interests that flowed principally to the majority party. When American Politics Turned Toxic 2020-07-07T04:00:00Z The planners said: "The heritage values of the club complex are not considered to be of sufficient special interest to warrant statutory designation of the buildings." Twisted Wheel joins Cavern and Wigan Casino in music venue graveyard 2012-12-27T19:39:56Z Of special interest to retailers is the time spent in front of a display or kiosk, in a dressing room or the lavatory. Disney is spying on you! 2013-01-17T23:11:00Z And there are intriguing scenes and settings to envisage in “Kings,” which tells of Millsap’s quest to defy special interests and legislate in a way that will actually benefit the country. Review | Audio adaptation of Beltway drama ‘Kings’ tantalizes but ultimately falls flat without a stage 2020-11-04T05:00:00Z And by not accepting money from political action committees or special interests, he can say he’s not being bought off. Beto O’Rourke gets more attention than any other 2018 candidate. Will it translate to votes? 2018-09-03T04:00:00Z Hardwick took a special interest in the literature of New York City. ‘The Collected Essays of Elizabeth Hardwick’ Gives Off a Bright Light 2017-10-09T04:00:00Z Mr. Jackson has a special interest in friends and lovers who meet again after years apart, so he can explore the gaps between what is and what might have been. Review: ‘Prodigals’ by Greg Jackson Skewers the Elite 2016-02-25T05:00:00Z All of those publications, which cover things of special interest to Oscar and Emmy voters, are part of Penske Media Corporation. You Don’t Know Much About Jay Penske. And He’s Fine With That. 2022-03-26T04:00:00Z Budgets are tight and the number of government agencies and special interest groups vying for money is large. Will Miami Be Around in 2067? 2020-06-09T04:00:00Z Issues like subjectivity, the unreliability of memory, the power of narrative to distort—in other words issues related to the act of storytelling—are of special interest. An Answer to the Novel’s Detractors 2014-12-02T05:00:00Z The money needed to run for office, the money spent on lobbying by special interests, the ever-increasing economic disparity and the well-funded legislative decisions all favor corporate interests over the people. Neil Young expands on his response to Donald Trump's use of 'Free World' song 2015-06-18T04:00:00Z It’s important that one special interest shouldn’t override the interests of millions of citizens.” The Billionaire Vs. The Nerd: Who Gets To Control International Trade With Canada? 2012-06-22T15:56:09Z He’s rich, so he won’t lie to you to please special interests. How the reality of Trump's America outpaced House of Cards 2016-03-16T04:00:00Z Prof David Wilson is a criminologist with a special interest in serial killers. Freed to kill again – and again: Theodore Johnson and the truth about domestic violence 2018-01-03T05:00:00Z The special interests get rich, the parties can argue and argue and argue. Hustler’s denigrating S.E. Cupp “satire” 2012-05-24T20:30:00Z Quality food TV is, it seems a vanishingly small special interest. Food TV: are we being served? 2011-02-02T11:20:00Z Patches, music, 200 classic and special interest vehicles, proceeds benefit school, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. The Bellevue Arts Museum ArtsFair and other weekend community events 2011-07-29T17:30:04Z Those few sentences exemplify the way in which it can be adopted to highlight a special interest in virtually any context. Everyone's talking Globish | Robert McCrum 2010-04-06T10:21:00Z Cleveland has worked for the C.I.A., so the tradecraft in “Need to Know” is of special interest. Dangers Close to Home: Four New Domestic Thrillers 2018-02-23T05:00:00Z You hear people talking about the role of lobbyists or the role of special interest and the influence that they can have on our politics, and that's very much true. Who’s buying our elections? Inside the shadowy world of “Dark Money” 2018-07-17T04:00:00Z "It sends the message that special interests will get protection if they ask for it -- regardless of what that means for broader trade policy." U.S. to Impose Tariff on Tires From China 2009-09-12T08:00:00Z It also requires a willingness to become as genuinely expert in the special interest as the child and to provide intensive one-to-one input. How Disney gave voice to a boy with autism 2016-12-03T05:00:00Z He has also taken a special interest in the trajectory of female artists, especially younger ones, championing them onstage, across social media and in the studio, where his stamp of approval can jump-start careers. Ryan Adams Dangled Success. Women Say They Paid a Price. 2019-02-13T05:00:00Z Like Elder, she had a successful career, as a photographer and award-winning author with a special interest in Mongolia. ‘It's the breaking of a taboo’: the parents who regret having children 2017-02-11T05:00:00Z My pattern recognition, special interest in neurodiversity and I were going to prove it. My neurodivergent reading of "The Little Mermaid": Ariel is autistic, and Eric has ADHD 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z The managers of these campaigns recognized as early as 1978 that a broad-based grassroots image affords a level of authenticity and legitimacy that a “special interest” media campaign does not. The Tea Party’s inspiration: A tax revolt that destroyed California 2013-09-15T13:30:00Z The tobacco industry remains one of the most influential special interest groups in Washington DC, and a disproportionate backer of Republicans. FDA pushes to lower nicotine to 'minimally or non-addictive levels' 2018-03-15T04:00:00Z While Williams' dismissal was legal and "not the result of special interest group or donor pressure," there were "concerns regarding the speed and handling" of the process, NPR said in a statement after the review. NPR says VP resigns, steps taken after Williams firing review 2011-01-06T22:27:38Z To show a special interest in a piece of work like that favors an artist’s grown totality over his initial promise or notoriety. The Bad Plus Plays Ornette Coleman 2014-10-24T04:00:00Z In the practice of slavery he has taken a special interest. Review: Francis Spufford’s First Novel Is a Swashbuckling Tale 2017-06-27T04:00:00Z The museum displays 120 classic, antique, vintage and special interest cars and other automotive related exhibits on three floors. Auto museum in Auburn celebrates 40th year 2014-07-04T04:00:00Z Also of special interest are core exhibits that showcase the unsung aspects of moviemaking. In Los Angeles, a new museum celebrates the art of moviemaking 2021-10-28T04:00:00Z He lionised the writer as a free individual striving for objective truth, beholden to no special interests, yet everywhere he saw that freedom being circumscribed. George Orwell back in fashion as Prism stokes paranoia about Big Brother 2013-06-11T17:08:01Z These notices are usually only of interest to consumer advocates, policymakers and special interest groups, but this one was a little different. Transportation department taps brakes on proposed regulation requiring disclosure of airline fees 2017-04-06T04:00:00Z Museums of science and natural history are urged to sever ties with Koch, saying that the integrity of these institutions is compromised by their association with special interests who "obfuscate climate science." Reject David Koch money, scientists and museum officials' letter urges 2015-03-25T04:00:00Z In the battle over public policy, whatever the realpolitik of special interests, public discourse focuses on efficiency and fairness. We’ve been brainwashed 2012-06-14T17:21:00Z While China is roaring away with $250bn of investment in airports, London finds the efforts to improve its infrastructure mired in environmental opposition, political indecision and local special interest groups. Aerotropolis:the city of the future? 2013-03-03T00:05:17Z It’s a Grade II Listed property, meaning it is a building of special interest, warranting every effort to be preserved. Making your own house at Pooh corner — author A.A. Milne's home is for sale 2017-01-31T05:00:00Z And Democrats and Republicans - and their respective special interest allies - dug in. Column: Real or fake? It's hard to tell anymore 2013-02-11T11:01:06Z Perry allowed special interests to write their own rules, hired corporate lobbyists to oversee corporations, and cut funding for programs that would create opportunity for middle class families,” LaBolt said in a statement. Texas Gov. Rick Perry joins 2012 GOP race 2011-08-13T17:52:00Z The Swamp suggests, as the chaos of 2019 lurched into an unfathomable 2020, that special interests in Washington are not withering. The Swamp: inside a revealing look into Washington corruption 2020-08-03T04:00:00Z Their email was widely shared among members, particularly the club’s special interest groups, who frequently meet to discuss topics like American literature, politics or history. Harvard Club Considers a Change, and Some Think It’s the ‘Worst Thing Ever’ 2018-09-21T04:00:00Z At the Filmmaker Conference at the Hotel Monaco on Thursday and Friday, speeches and roundtable discussions addressed issues of special interest to documentarians, including managing risk on investigative projects and producing work for the Web. The 2015 AFI Docs program proved to be eerily timely and cathartic 2015-06-22T04:00:00Z At a markup session, where changes to the law are considered, various special interests will push to include their amendments. Airline lobbyists and consumer advocates are poised to duke it out over the FAA bill’s fine print 2016-02-04T05:00:00Z The recent primary elections resulted in many upsets — progressive challengers, with little or no experience in government and politics, beat better-funded incumbents who had the backing of special interests and the Establishment. Letters to the Editor 2018-10-05T04:00:00Z This is Gelb's moment to promote opera, not let the art form be bullied by politicians, special interest groups or anyone else. A predicament right out of a melodramatic opera 2014-06-27T04:00:00Z Treating a focus on black lives as a “special interest” or parochial concern requires willful ignorance about what kind of world we actually live in. “All Lives Matter” has always been a lie: The brutality of Hiroshima and Nagasaki echoes in Ferguson and Iraq today 2015-08-07T04:00:00Z Of special interest is Morton Feldman’s “Piano and Orchestra,” an unconventional concerto with swaths of mystical music, featuring the superb pianist Emanuel Ax. Michael Tilson Thomas?s American Mavericks 2012-02-24T20:12:23Z There's always going to be special interest in lobbyists who are trying to press one issue or another as there should be. Who’s buying our elections? Inside the shadowy world of “Dark Money” 2018-07-17T04:00:00Z In my mind, design presents a special interest, as the public can easily recognize an object through its form and function. Special Report: Fashion: Gone Global: Fashion as Art? 2011-07-04T18:13:03Z Of special interest were two Brazilian-born composers who lived into the 19th century, each having thoroughly grasped Classical style. Review: A Globe-Spanning Musical Feast 2010-08-24T16:30:00Z Among "Problems Still Pending" are drugs, special interests, the threat of nuclear war, and intelligence agencies. In 'A Full Life,' Jimmy Carter at 90 remains a wise truth teller 2015-07-16T04:00:00Z Instead, he blames government, labor and special interests. "School Pride" papers over the truth about education 2010-10-15T01:13:00Z It was a branch of Operation Rescue, the prominent antiabortion group helmed by a minister who took a special interest in McCorvey. Perspective | ‘Jane Roe,’ from Roe v. Wade, made a stunning deathbed confession. Now what? 2020-05-20T04:00:00Z Marymount Classic & Special Interest Motorcycle Show MON-JUNE 16 Classic and special interest motorcycle show and classic vehicles, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Community calendar: festivals, fairs and more 2013-06-05T21:59:43Z I was the youngest kid there, but no one took any special interest in my needs. Alan Davies: My family values 2013-07-26T12:00:00Z Trump said one of the bills, which reaffirms the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe reservation as trust land in Massachusetts, was a “special interest casino Bill” backed by Sen. Elizabeth Warren. House Democrats pull tribal bills after Trump tweet 2019-05-08T04:00:00Z We're not talking about special interest trying to get elected officials to move one way or another. Who’s buying our elections? Inside the shadowy world of “Dark Money” 2018-07-17T04:00:00Z “I am thrilled that the film will receive a truly independent release, detached from corporate and special interests.” Jamal Khashoggi doc ‘The Dissident’ finds distribution 2020-09-02T04:00:00Z And she took a special interest in a bartender from the Bronx named Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a far-leftist with new ideas and an electrifying presence with which to sell them. Knock Down the House: behind the year's most rousing political documentary 2019-05-01T04:00:00Z The documentary arm of CNN, CNN Films, marks its fifth anniversary with several films, including one on Nov. 12 that will be of special interest to foodies, “Jeremiah Tower: The Last Magnificent.” Led by a Vietnam War Opus, a Rich Season of Documentaries 2017-09-01T04:00:00Z He took a special interest in the language experiments of Gertrude Stein. David Antin Dies at 84; Poet Created a New Performance Style 2016-10-17T04:00:00Z And while some complain about the undo influence of liberal “special interests,” the biggest interest of all is business which outspends labor to the tune of $14 to $1…and that was before Citizens United. Five obscene reasons the rich grow richer 2012-10-01T14:29:00Z Gaetz swore off the Pac money – weeks before the coronavirus pandemic, which triggered a congressional stimulus bill that delivered billions to special interests at the expense of small businesses. The Swamp: inside a revealing look into Washington corruption 2020-08-03T04:00:00Z She compared festivals to special exhibitions at museums, where a mix of new acquisitions and permanent holdings organized with a specific intent creates special interest and insight for patrons. White Light: Is It Driven by the Soul or by Sales? 2010-11-22T22:47:00Z Inspired by the book “Maps,” by Aleksandra and Daniel Mizielinska, the project will include introducing flora, fauna and spots of special interest to the map. Spare Times for Children for Aug. 28-Sept. 3 2015-08-27T04:00:00Z The political issues we as a culture so cavalierly dismiss as the concerns of a special interest group — women and girls — speak to the very root of what progressives hold to be paramount: justice. The Women’s March on Washington is misnamed — we should have called it The People’s March instead 2017-01-18T05:00:00Z Of special interest is the New York premiere of “The Ordering of Moses,” a major work by the black American composer Nathaniel Dett that had its premiere at the Cincinnati May Festival in 1937. Opera & Classical Music Listings for May 9-15 2014-05-08T22:52:26Z Understudies are their own beleaguered special interest: few ordinary theatregoers think about them until they are forced to. The Thrilling Uncertainty of the Understudy 2015-12-23T05:00:00Z As a former anthropology major, Mr. Junger takes a special interest in tribal life. Review: Sebastian Junger’s ‘Tribe’ Examines Disbanded Brothers Returning to a Divided Country 2016-05-18T04:00:00Z The greed of special interests, the mendacity of politicians, the cockroach endurance of lobbyists: If these are familiar, they are also endlessly compelling. Review: In ‘Kings,’ Washington Is Where Idealism Goes to Die 2018-02-20T05:00:00Z Reminiscent of "Of the Meaning of Progress," one of the student-teachers expressed special interest in me. They arrested me for playing basketball: A personal argument in favor of defunding the police 2020-09-12T04:00:00Z Court documents show that Harvard maintains a list of candidates of special interest to the admissions dean, and accepted 42.2 percent of them. The fight against affirmative action at Harvard could threaten rich whites 2018-07-14T04:00:00Z NPR's board of directors said it found that Williams' firing was legally sound and was "not the result of special interest group or donor pressure." NPR editor resigns over Juan Williams' firing 2011-01-07T01:05:04Z It was something I wondered about, curious but unalarmed, as Sean grew, not because he looked at other boys with special interest but because he never looked at girls. Motherlode Blog: Coming Out by Christmas Card 2012-11-18T13:30:32Z He added that the decision to pull the reruns was made by Viacom at the behest of “sanctimonious left-wing special interests in New York and elsewhere.” Ben “Cooter” Jones: TV Land pulling “The Dukes of Hazzard” reruns is like a Nazi book-burning 2015-07-02T04:00:00Z In China, all foreigners are monitored, but in the village of Bulangshan, the authorities take a special interest. A scenic spin through the hills of southwestern China 2020-01-23T05:00:00Z Mitch Daniels, who has reached his term limit and can't run next year, because he's "not beholden to any special interests." 'Survivor' fan favorite to run for Ind. governor 2011-10-23T00:16:04Z And there, in those final weeks, Shepard imagines him taking a special interest in Aron. ‘The Book of Aron,’ by Jim Shepard, is a masterpiece 2015-04-28T04:00:00Z The most influential U.S. poets laureate have usually had a special interest or project: Maxine Kumin championed the work of women poets. Ada Limón explores "what it looks like to have America in the room" 2022-10-08T04:00:00Z Yet the dream lives on for a musical that seems to be a D.C. special interest. Sing out, sinners! ‘Elmer Gantry’ musical revived at Signature Theatre In the years since 1979, I have succeeded in getting it in print in academic publications as well as special interest magazines, newspapers and club newsletters. That Historic Cocktail? Turns Out It’s a Fake 2016-10-31T04:00:00Z Sure, there may be romantic attraction there, but, it is undeniable that he is also an extension of her special interest: the human world. My neurodivergent reading of "The Little Mermaid": Ariel is autistic, and Eric has ADHD 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z Also of special interest was “Books About the Babe.” James Baldwin’s Review, Babe Ruth and Other Letters to the Editor 2021-11-12T05:00:00Z In this show two areas of special interest are evident: one is a passion for red and orange glazes, which are used on nearly a third of the pots here. They Hold Weeds, and an Artist’s Sublime Vision 2023-07-06T04:00:00Z His research was on Fielding, of special interest to Coe as representing an "exciting moment in English literary history when experimental and popular fiction appeared for once to be compatible". A life in writing: Jonathan Coe 2010-05-28T23:06:00Z In the intricate sub-webs of invertebrate animals in many terrestrial ecosystems these are "top" predators, making them of special interest to ecology. New to nature No 107: Typhochlaena costae 2013-06-22T23:05:01Z Over the next two years, Woodruff says, she plans to do more segments on disability in America, with a special interest in the lack of resources for adults living with disabilities. Judy Woodruff on how her son with disabilities changed her view of health care 2022-12-29T05:00:00Z “God was taking a special interest in the way things were panning out.” Book review: ‘The Book of Strange New Things,’ by Michel Faber “What we missed was the degree to which people who are in power — special interests, foreign governments, et cetera, can in fact manipulate that and . . .” Review | Letterman sits down with Obama, but both men seem rusty and off their game 2018-01-11T05:00:00Z And I will confess a special interest here – because, what the hell, if it's even possible to reduce the field down to a single contender, then I'd gladly say it's my favourite film. The view: Why I'll be in the queue for Mulholland Drive 2 2010-04-16T09:59:00Z Kevin Munoz, a spokesman, described the election as “a choice between fighting for the middle class or shilling for rich special interests” and he said ”it’s a contrast we are more than happy to make.” Joe Biden wants to complete his goals on civil rights, taxes, and social services if he’s reelected 2023-11-12T05:00:00Z “I’m new to all this. I don’t know the pressure of taking orders from special interest groups, so thank you for educating me on how this game works. At least someone’s being educated.” Illinois lawmakers OK new nuclear technology but fail to extend private-school scholarships 2023-11-09T05:00:00Z “It is also a shameless favor to the gun control special interest groups that have bought their way into the White House that are now using foreign policy to exert their influence over domestic policy.” House GOP probes Biden attempt to ‘cripple’ firearms industry with export ban 2023-11-07T05:00:00Z Candidates are running out of special interest money. Trump’s channeling Hitler for protection 2023-10-31T04:00:00Z The election is expected to be a low-turnout contest, with both candidates decrying special interests plunging cash into the race. Spending passes $17M in Pennsylvania high court campaign as billionaires, unions and lawyers dig in 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z Going back to the beginning of the republic, relatives of powerful politicians in America have made a bundle promising that they have special access and special interests giving them money based upon that promise. Trump keeps stepping on the GOP's so-called bombshells 2023-10-23T04:00:00Z "They didn’t seem to mind, no one in this town seemed to mind the pressure campaign from all the lobbyists and the special interests in Washington, D.C. in January," Perry added. Jordan out as speaker candidate in secret ballot after top ally warned death threats "will continue" 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z That is, if special interests don't flout the law. Can We Save Every Species from Extinction? 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z “I’m not afraid to stand up to lobbyists and special interests — and I never will be,” he said. Matt Gaetz, now a well-known disrupter, honed his brash style in Florida 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z “My opponent is backed by special interests who are spending millions of dollars on lies about me,” she says in a new TV ad. Spending passes $17M in Pennsylvania high court campaign as billionaires, unions and lawyers dig in 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z And, more importantly, it appears that both LeConte and Ritter took a special interest in mentoring women, and helping them progress in their scientific careers. A Chance Discovery Uncovered the Remarkable Life of One of the First Female Oceanographers 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z “Kevin McCarthy is a feature of the swamp. He has risen to power by collecting special interest money and redistributing that money in exchange for favors,” Gaetz said. These 8 Republicans stood apart to remove Kevin McCarthy as House speaker 2023-10-03T04:00:00Z When he said he did not want to be lectured by colleagues whom he accused of being beholden to special interests, one Republican retorted from the back: "You're no martyr." How Kevin McCarthy lost political cage fight with arch-enemy Matt Gaetz 2023-10-03T04:00:00Z “If that experience is not in house, then you go find it out of house — and in politics, that means special interest groups, that means lobbyists,” he said. Feinstein's death reignites discussion about term limits 2023-09-29T04:00:00Z But the session’s grand winner was labor, the state Capitol’s most powerful special interest these days. Column: A rare win for Republicans, triumph for labor and dilemma for Newsom 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z “The pride flag is not a special interest flag, gay people are not as special interest group.” School meeting devolves into chaos, audience thrown out as Pride flag banned 2023-09-13T04:00:00Z From the special interest groups that profit from climate change to the ordinary partisans motivated by political tribalism, a coalition has emerged to make it maddeningly difficult to effectively address global warming. Atmospheric acid test: Can the successes of reducing acid rain apply to the current climate crisis? 2023-09-12T04:00:00Z Too many members of Congress are cowards, Schiff said, “utterly beholden to the special interests. ... And their cowardice is killing people.” In city scarred by January mass shooting, California Senate candidates push for tighter gun laws 2023-09-09T04:00:00Z “The deference would increase to special interest groups and an executive branch who have longer-serving bureaucrats who, by the way, are unelected.” Feinstein's death reignites discussion about term limits 2023-09-29T04:00:00Z Efforts to suppress or weaken voter turnout are of special interest to the LBJ Foundation, Updegrove said, given that President Lyndon Johnson considered his signing of the Voting Rights Act his “proudest legislative accomplishment.” Presidential centers issue joint statement calling out the fragile state of US democracy 2023-09-07T04:00:00Z Anthony Rubio, a Sunol resident, said that resolution would “limit distractions and exposure to special interests not related to the school’s curriculum.” School meeting devolves into chaos, audience thrown out as Pride flag banned 2023-09-13T04:00:00Z It was the acid rain crisis, and even though wealthy special interests opposed action, the forces of environmentalism actually prevailed... with Republican help, no less. Atmospheric acid test: Can the successes of reducing acid rain apply to the current climate crisis? 2023-09-12T04:00:00Z Scott’s spokesperson called the criticism “offensive, baseless and bogus allegations made by left-wing special interest groups.” Tim Scott never disclosed buying stocks he recently said he owned 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z The settlement comes as districts, parents and special interests continue to battle over LGBTQ+ rights in schools and parental consent. School district settles $100,000 lawsuit that claimed it supported secret transitioning of student 2023-09-02T04:00:00Z According to his LinkedIn, Mr Radvinsky is a venture capital investor, philanthropist and technology entrepreneur who has "a special interest in emerging social media platforms". OnlyFans: Who is Leonid Radvinsky, the elusive owner of a porn empire? 2023-08-26T04:00:00Z Closed-door negotiations between the GOP-controlled House and Democratic-controlled Senate have plodded since then, frustrating school districts, local governments, and special interest groups and their lobbyists. Virginia lawmakers say they have deal on ‘major components’ of budget, including rebates, tax cuts 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Beyond going to services, a few readers suggested joining special interest groups or service projects. Where to meet people in Seattle, according to the locals 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Ramaswamy chided his seven opponents as professional politicians whom he described as being bought and paid for by special interests. Trump-less Fox News Republican debate draws better-than-expected 12.8 million viewers 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z York helped organize neighborhood councils against Krekorian’s proposed changes and submitted a letter calling for an ordinance “that does not grant loopholes for special interests.” Amid outcry, L.A. City Council defends rejection of ethics nominee 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z These special interest globalists have made a fortune off of putting YOU dead last and selling out our nation to foreign countries like China. Trump rolls out his last line of defense: "Transactional antisemitism" 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z The plea agreement’s details echo other revelations about how special interests pulled the strings at City Hall. New documents reveal how the Angels tried to pull the strings at Anaheim City Hall 2023-08-18T04:00:00Z Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose is among Republicans in the state who cast Issue 1 as a fight against out-of-state special interests, although both sides of the campaign were heavily funded by such groups. The failed Ohio amendment reflects Republican efforts nationally to restrict direct democracy 2023-08-12T04:00:00Z School districts, local governments and a wide range of advocacy groups and special interest groups have been closely watching for progress. Virginia Senate Democrats make another counteroffer in long-running budget talks 2023-08-11T04:00:00Z Letting Ohio voters vote on the state's Constitution is not about "out of state special interests." In Ohio, Republicans lose on abortion again 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z Gov. Mike DeWine of Ohio, a Republican, argued that Tuesday’s vote over how to amend the State Constitution was about protecting the state from a flood of special interest money. Ohio Vote Shows Abortion’s Potency to Reshape Elections 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z “Gov. Lee has again wilted in the face of the legislative supermajority. The winners here are special interests and extremist legislators holding our state hostage. The clear losers are Tennessee families and school children.” Tennessee governor outlines agenda for special session in wake of Nashville school shooting 2023-08-08T04:00:00Z She rejected the narrative that out-of-state special interests are using the avenue of direct democracy to force unpopular policies into state constitutions, arguing corporate influence is far greater on state lawmakers. The failed Ohio amendment reflects Republican efforts nationally to restrict direct democracy 2023-08-12T04:00:00Z Special interests can do a great deal of damage, but they can be bought off or counterbalanced with other special interests. The culture war is a major problem for climate action | Paul Krugman 2023-08-08T04:00:00Z But even that understates the dishonesty on display by Vance here, because it's an objective fact that the "out of state special interests" trying to manipulate this situation were mostly on the anti-choice side. In Ohio, Republicans lose on abortion again 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z Proponents argued that it is too easy for special interests to rewrite the State Constitution to their benefit. What’s at Stake in Ohio’s Referendum on Amending the State Constitution 2023-08-08T04:00:00Z A Trump spokesperson said the former president’s social media post “is the definition of political speech” and was made in response to “dishonest special interest groups and Super PACs.” Trump lawyers say proposed protective order is too broad, urge judge to impose more limited rules 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z The Education Department said the suit was “a desperate attempt from right-wing special interests to keep hundreds of thousands of borrowers in debt.” Groups challenge Biden’s new student loan forgiveness plan in wake of Supreme Court defeat 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z "Wall Street is expert at hiding their special interests behind the concerns of others, which they inflame with scare tactics and false claims," he said. US banking starts to pick its battles against new capital rules 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z Opponents argue that a yes vote would give “special interests the winning advantage.” Ohio election that revolves around abortion rights fueled by national groups, money 2023-08-06T04:00:00Z The Education Department called the suit “a desperate attempt from right wing special interests to keep hundreds of thousands of borrowers in debt.” Conservative groups sue to block Biden plan canceling $39 billion in student loans 2023-08-06T04:00:00Z "The Truth post cited is the definition of political speech," the statement said, adding that it was in response to "dishonest special interest groups" and political action committees attacking him. Donald Trump social media post flagged by prosecutors in court filing 2023-08-05T04:00:00Z Per their reporting, "A Trump spokesperson said in an emailed statement that the former president's post 'is the definition of political speech,' and was made in response to 'dishonest special interest groups and Super PACs.'" Prosecutors ask for protective order after Trump makes threatening statement on Truth Social 2023-08-05T04:00:00Z “The Truth post cited is the definition of political speech,” the statement said, adding that it was in response to “dishonest special interest groups” and political committees attacking him. Jan. 6 Prosecutors Ask for Protective Order, Citing Threatening Trump Post 2023-08-05T04:00:00Z Napa Institute leaders have taken a special interest in the court’s rightward tilt. Pence courts conservative Catholics in Napa 2023-07-28T04:00:00Z Ben Dooley reports on Japan’s business and economy, with a special interest in social issues and the intersections between business and politics. Japan’s Central Bank Loosens Its Grip on Easy Money Policy 2023-07-28T04:00:00Z Currently, it’s hard for fans to tell how many of the venue’s seats are even being made available in the primary sale, rather than being reserved for VIPs or other special interests. $11,000 to see Taylor Swift? How concert tickets got so expensive 2023-07-27T04:00:00Z Thai police told Waritsara that the Chinese embassy had expressed a special interest in the case. Accused of bomb threats they say they didn’t make, family of Chinese dissident detained in Thailand 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z Malayan porcupine DNA and Amur hedgehog DNA were also found near the virus, but raccoon dogs were of special interest because of their proven susceptibility to SARS-CoV-2. The Ongoing Mystery of Covid’s Origin 2023-07-25T04:00:00Z Republican Secretary of State Frank LaRose, who supports the measure, has previously called Issue 1 a “win for good government” that protects Ohioans from out-of-state special interests. Abortion messaging roils debate over Ohio ballot initiative. Backers said it wasn’t about that 2023-07-24T04:00:00Z Athletes and the sports they play have such a tremendous reach now, and the stories they provide are complex, nuanced and carry a special interest. Letters to Sports: Readers lament loss of box scores, cheer return of TV listings 2023-07-22T04:00:00Z “Kim Reynolds showed how much she doesn’t care about Iowans when she signed a cruel, unpopular abortion bill into law today while she attended a special interest group’s summit,” Ms. Hart said. Iowa Gov. Reynolds inks six-week abortion ban law and declares that ‘a heartbeat signifies life’ 2023-07-14T04:00:00Z First, we need to stop hamstringing programs and services with special interest demands that doom them to fail. Opinion: More money, same problems: My fellow California Democrats keep repeating this mistake 2023-07-14T04:00:00Z A Wagner contingent "managed to get into a zone of special interest, as a result of which the Americans got agitated because nuclear munitions are stored there," this person said, without elaborating further. Exclusive: Wagner fighters neared Russian nuclear base during revolt 2023-07-10T04:00:00Z December 14 is of special interest to prosecutors, sources told the outlet. Jack Smith is looking into Trump's bizarre meeting with Sidney Powell in the Oval Office 2023-07-07T04:00:00Z The victim was 28 years old and a talented artist with a special interest in the Japanese tattoo art of irezumi. Aidan Mann: Tragic street death of talented tattoo artist 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z He accused supporters of the bill of bowing to “whispers of special interests.” Maine lawmakers are a single vote from approval of bill to allow later abortions 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z Senator Bernie Sanders, who chaired Su's confirmation hearing, said she is "prepared to take on powerful special interests and stand up for the needs of the working class of this country." Acting US Labor chief Su opponents undeterred after port worker deal 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z He said abortion supporters bowed to “whispers of special interests.” Maine Senate joins House in supporting greater access to abortions 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z December 14 is of special interest to prosecutors. Jack Smith is looking into Trump's bizarre meeting with Sidney Powell in the Oval Office 2023-07-07T04:00:00Z The strategy is simple and effective: With enough money pumped into talking heads who will say whatever special interests want the public to believe, you can make necessary reforms difficult, if not impossible. Climate change denial hit its stride in the Bush-Cheney era, precipitating today's climate disaster 2023-06-19T04:00:00Z The government has cited that interest in the case to push its point that a ruling in Apache Stronghold’s favor would inspire more special interest challenges to federal land decisions in the future. Battle for Oak Flat: How Apache opposition to a copper mine became a religious liberty test 2023-06-14T04:00:00Z “The language politicians and special interests wanted on our ballots for Issue 1 was full of lies,” One Person One Vote spokesperson Dennis Willard said in a statement. Supreme Court: Ohio ballot board must fix language describing August supermajority question 2023-06-13T04:00:00Z “Republicans defended every single one of these special interest loopholes,” Biden said, testing out a campaign line he is expected to hone in on in the coming months. Biden’s theory of the case for 2024 is governing and competence over Trump-era combat and chaos 2023-06-04T04:00:00Z "The smallest fire can spread and devastate entire communities, hillsides, livestock, farmland, wildlife, protected land and sites of special interest." Cannich wildfire causes extensive damage to Corrimony nature reserve 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z Today, there is no day in court, just a treacherous cancellation in social media and special interest groups. History: An inconvenient truth 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z “There is no doubt that Washington caters to the desires of billionaires and corporate special interests while leaving our families behind.” Senate candidates who hope to replace Feinstein try to define themselves as they court Democratic activists 2023-05-29T04:00:00Z Trump went on to campaign against McCormick, deriding him at one point as the “candidate of special interests and globalists and the Washington establishment.” GOP field in Pennsylvania Senate race still wide open as hard-right state lawmaker says he won’t run 2023-05-26T04:00:00Z A giant favor factory, populated with agents of special interests, the private raiding of public funds, handouts to the undeserving, flows of cash, jobs, freebies, and so on. The GOP's criminality goes international 2023-05-24T04:00:00Z Rather, the PAC says that she has been funding her luxurious lifestyle through money from special interests, to the detriment of her own constituents. Kyrsten Sinema illegally used $180K in campaign funds on lavish trips: complaint 2023-05-24T04:00:00Z These organisms are of special interest, because they appear to be so closely related to animals. Fundamentals of Biology 2015-01-01T00:00:00Z He showed a special interest in religious debates and theology, publishing a series of theological discourses during his reign. World History: to 1500 2023-04-19T00:00:00Z Issue 1’s Republican backers are expected to characterize the effort as a constitutional protection act aimed at keeping deep-pocketed special interests out of Ohio’s foundational documents. Ohio board approves August ballot question meant to thwart abortion rights push 2023-05-18T04:00:00Z He said people he met while campaigning are interested in solutions to everyday problems that respond to their needs, not partisanship, and do not want special interest groups having too much influence. Independent candidate becomes first elected Black mayor of Colorado Springs 2023-05-17T04:00:00Z News of the donation raised eyebrows among opponents of the 60% measure, because a key argument among its proponents has been to keep “out-of-state special interests” from accessing Ohio’s founding document. Ohio constitution overhaul faces deadline, backlash 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Cory declined to explain how the the base was involved, saying only that the team had a special interest in the case. Forensic genealogy leads to arrest in 2007 Kansas rape case 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Rulers took special interest in finding an heir and exercising tight control over family matters. World History: to 1500 2023-04-19T00:00:00Z The Citizens United ruling also opened the door to an influx of untraceable donations, known as “dark money,” to special interest groups seeking to influence policy, elections and nominations. Tanked Biden pick highlights escalation of dark-money forces 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Disclosure and access could distance justices from special interests. Opinion | Justice Roberts is harming the Supreme Court 2023-04-28T04:00:00Z “President Trump will not be beholden to the special interests and will do what is in the best interest of the American people,” said Steven Cheung, the Trump spokesperson. DeSantis has this advantage over Trump in 2024. Few are talking about it 2023-04-28T04:00:00Z “There were no deaths or adverse events of special interest among adolescent trial participants, including multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children.” Study finds Novavax COVID jab safe, effective for adolescents 2023-04-26T04:00:00Z LaRose said the proposal was designed “to help protect the Ohio Constitution from continued abuse by special interests and out-of-state activists.” Analysis | Ohio Republicans try to change rules to defeat abortion rights amendment 2023-04-22T04:00:00Z Other small networks, like Letterboxd, an app for film enthusiasts to share their opinions on movies, are focused on special interests. The Future of Social Media Is a Lot Less Social 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z The White House accused the conservative bloc of threatening to cut funding for law enforcement, border security, education and manufacturing while introducing “tax breaks for the super-wealthy and wasteful spending for special interests.” House Republicans propose raising debt limit until May 2024, cap spending 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z Therefore, legislation has been introduced in Sacramento that could reduce the influence of special interest money in politics. Column: If the public doesn't finance political candidates, special interests will happily step in 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z "American democracy is in a profound crisis, riven by lies, right-wing extremism, conspiratorial thinking, and subservience to corporate and special interests, and racism," Weissman stressed. We are "just beginning': Tennessee GOP boasts in fundraiser after expelling Democrats 2023-04-10T04:00:00Z LaRose opposed these signature-related changes, saying they could disadvantage “truly citizen groups” using largely volunteer labor and give an advantage to corporate or other special interests who could afford paid signature gatherers. Analysis | Ohio Republicans try to change rules to defeat abortion rights amendment 2023-04-22T04:00:00Z “Folks, I’m running for re-election. There’s still more work to do to cut through the gridlock, stand up to powerful special interests, and make the lives of hardworking Pennsylvanians easier,” he said. Sen. Bob Casey announces reelection bid in Pennsylvania; a boost for Dems facing daunting 2024 2023-04-10T04:00:00Z Council members must ensure that they are on the side of the people they serve, not the special interests. Opinion | D.C. charter schools deserve equitable funding 2023-04-05T04:00:00Z And as I’ve written many times, either the public buys the politicians or the special interests eagerly will — and often do. Column: If the public doesn't finance political candidates, special interests will happily step in 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z The liberal group A Better Wisconsin Together led all special interest spending at $6.2 million, followed by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, the state chamber of commerce, at $5.2 million in support of Kelly. Spending in Wisconsin Supreme Court race tops $42 million 2023-04-03T04:00:00Z Curtin said that one previous avenue for abuse, amendments that were designed to affect a single special interest, was curtailed in 2015. Analysis | Ohio Republicans try to change rules to defeat abortion rights amendment 2023-04-22T04:00:00Z In an email, Grigoryan said she isn’t “approaching special interests that I would owe something to later on.” Outside money, donations shape Valley race for L.A. City Council seat 2023-04-03T04:00:00Z “The reality is, the status quo is indefensible, but special interests raking in profits are willing to spend a lot of time and money defending the indefensible.” Lobbyists Begin Chipping Away at Biden’s $80 Billion I.R.S. Overhaul 2023-03-30T04:00:00Z Above all, D.C. voters must be satisfied that the budget responds to their needs and not those of special interests that some fear hold sway over City Hall. Opinion | A tough D.C. budget season will require a team effort 2023-03-24T04:00:00Z After those big three, no other special interest group had spent more than $2 million on the race. Spending in Wisconsin Supreme Court race tops $42 million 2023-04-03T04:00:00Z “The special interest influence — I’ve been doing this a long time, as you know — I’d say it’s probably greater today than it’s been in my lifetime.” Analysis | Today’s Congress might be incapable of compromise to save banking system 2023-03-18T04:00:00Z “And they will focus first and foremost on the needs of students and not the needs of any other adult special interests.” Texas state agency takes over Houston schools in move decried as ‘political’ 2023-03-15T04:00:00Z Schroeder said legislators spent too much attention on contributors and special interests. Former Rep. Pat Schroeder, pioneer for women’s rights, dies 2023-03-13T04:00:00Z And they have become more beholden to special interest groups that have become more powerful in the vacuum created. Dear people of WA: The case for another voter-enacted open government law 2023-03-10T05:00:00Z “We also have to ask the wealthiest and biggest corporations to begin to pay their fair share, and cutting subsidies for special interests.” Biden calls for trillions in tax hikes and new domestic spending 2023-03-09T05:00:00Z In addition to one of the biggest proposed tax increases in history, Mr. Biden’s budget also seeks to end incentives and subsidies for special interests. Biden dreams of more taxes, more IRS agents in his big-spending budget 2023-03-09T05:00:00Z Asked what he meant by “adult special interests,” Morath pointed to, for example, the awarding of contracts. Texas state agency takes over Houston schools in move decried as ‘political’ 2023-03-15T04:00:00Z “The department will continue to fight to deliver relief to borrowers, provide a smooth path to repayment and protect borrowers from industry and special interests,” it said in a statement, according to The Associated Press. SoFi Bank sues Biden administration to end student loan repayment pause 2023-03-09T05:00:00Z Apart from raising taxes, Mr. Biden’s budget also seeks to end incentives and subsidies for special interests. Biden’s wish list includes slew of tax hikes on corporations, capital gains, income and the wealthy 2023-03-09T05:00:00Z It also proposes raising taxes on the wealthy and large corporations, the official said, and "tackles wasteful special interest giveaways." Biden challenges Republicans with budget that raises taxes, sets up 2024 run 2023-03-09T05:00:00Z “It proposes tax reforms to ensure the wealthy and large corporations pay their fair share while cutting wasteful spending on special interests like Big Oil and Big Pharma,” Ms. Jean-Pierre told reporters. White House: Biden budget to cut deficit by $3 trillion through tax hikes 2023-03-08T05:00:00Z Savage, a Democrat, said in an Instagram post Monday that “it’s time to restore faith in government” and that voters want leaders “unhindered by political divisions and special interests.” ‘Boy Meets World’ star Ben Savage enters US House race in LA 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z “Leaders who want to see the government operating at maximum capacity, unhindered by political divisions and special interests.” Ben Savage, ‘Boy Meets World’ Actor, Is Running for Congress 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z “The department will continue to fight to deliver relief to borrowers, provide a smooth path to repayment and protect borrowers from industry and special interests,” the agency said in a statement. SoFi Bank sues to block Biden’s student loan payment pause 2023-03-06T05:00:00Z Overcoming the special interests and solving the problems will prove no small task. Opinion: How has American healthcare gone so wrong? 2023-03-04T05:00:00Z Ms. Nijmeh replied: “Well, unfortunately, it’s not that way because of special interests. It’s so sad. Let’s put it out there: Gaming has divided our own community.” Quest for federal recognition through Congress pits tribes against tribes 2023-03-01T05:00:00Z If you had to take a step back and describe the broader dynamics of how scientists are silenced, what are the main tactics that these special interests use to stop the truth from coming out? Big Ag doesn't want you to know about the connection between lymphoma and this common herbicide 2023-02-26T05:00:00Z Ordinary retail or private shareholders lack the capability to do that, so their votes would be much more vulnerable to the persuasive power of special interest groups. Opinion | ESG investing is a culture-war battle that both sides might lose 2023-02-20T05:00:00Z “Katie’s running because California needs our best warrior in Washington to stand up to Mitch McConnell, big corporations, and the special interests that try to rig the rules against our families,” her campaign site says. Candidates race to the far-left in California Senate campaigns 2023-02-21T05:00:00Z Social Security and Medicare ranked among the most discussed issues in Democratic midterm ads, trailing abortion alongside health care, character-based attacks and special interests. GOP hopefuls’ past positions on Social Security loom over 2024 primary 2023-02-09T05:00:00Z The president said the decision “reversed a century of law to open the floodgates for special interests – including foreign corporations — to spend without limit in our elections.” GOP’s heckling of Biden was latest in long line of State of the Union confrontations 2023-02-08T05:00:00Z Neighboring India has shown a special interest in resolving the problem due to internal pressure from its own nearly 80 million Tamils who have linguistic, cultural and family ties with the Tamils in Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan leader appeals for patience amid economic crisis 2023-02-08T05:00:00Z “States suing other states for passing pro-climate policy is just another tactic by fossil fuel lobbyists to protect their special interests and their bottom line,” Caroline Spears, the group’s executive director, said in a statement. Minn. governor trusts energy law will survive ND suit threat 2023-02-07T05:00:00Z "House Republicans are trying to slash lifelines for middle-class families on behalf of rich special interests," White House spokesperson Andrew Bates said in a statement. White House says GOP bill would force "one of the biggest Medicare benefit cuts" in US history 2023-02-05T05:00:00Z “If you want to turn Congress over to the amateurs and the antis and the special interests, embrace term limits.” Republicans Revive a Debate on Term Limits 2023-02-03T05:00:00Z The lawsuit “is one part of a larger strategy driven by competitors and people with special interests to undermine ServSafe’s vital mission of keeping millions of Americans safe from food borne illnesses,” the statement read. Restaurant group uses workers’ cash to lobby against them, advocates say 2023-01-27T05:00:00Z “But I’m glad the academy — at the behest of special interest and corporate interest and paranoia about how they look — are doing an investigation. Who gives a f—?” Andrea Riseborough Oscar nod stands despite 'concern' over campaign tactics 2023-01-31T05:00:00Z Several pro-fossil fuel state senators were assigned to 10 or more committees, where climate legislation is often strangled by special interests. Even after floods hit state, California plans cuts to climate investments 2023-01-31T05:00:00Z “It’s time that businesses that are out of step with the sentiments of most Americans pay a price for their standing up for woke special interest instead of consumers.” This group is sharpening the GOP attack on ‘woke’ Wall Street 2023-01-30T05:00:00Z “Elected officials and special interests are playing politics with the lives of 26 million borrowers across America.” Data shows student debt relief applicants in each state as auditors question cost 2023-01-27T05:00:00Z And he said he was angry that Washington politicians seemed more beholden to special interests than to “we the people.” He kicked back in Pelosi’s office on Jan. 6. Now he has ‘regrets.’ 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z Enormous financial contributions, often moving through “dark money” channels, are sourced from super-wealthy donors and special interests. Opinion | Santos case is another reason we need to overturn Citizens United 2023-01-18T05:00:00Z In an interview, Goldberg said that, as always, she’s in the job for the sake of students and not to do the bidding of any special interests. Goldberg elected L.A. school board president amid tense labor negotiations 2023-01-17T05:00:00Z This year’s legislative session in Washington state could be a primer on how vanishing local newspapers are enabling big-money special interests to get their way in Olympia. News industry’s collapse paves way for special interests 2023-01-13T05:00:00Z “Only because of Republican officials and special interests’ flawed legal campaign, millions of eligible borrowers are being denied the relief that they need.” Data shows student debt relief applicants in each state as auditors question cost 2023-01-27T05:00:00Z It provides independent nonpartisan oversight and accountability, ensuring that members of Congress work for the people, not special interests. Politics: Corruption 2023-01-11T05:00:00Z Nigerian therapist Flora Domenis, 44, travelled to the festival with friends from the Caribbean, who she said had a special interest in these kind of traditions due to their shared African heritage. Voodoo dances and rituals wow tourists at Benin festival 2023-01-11T05:00:00Z California needs a warrior in the Senate—to stand up to special interests, fight the dangerous imbalance in our economy, and hold so-called leaders like Mitch McConnell accountable for rigging our democracy. Rep. Katie Porter announces run for U.S. Senate in California 2023-01-10T05:00:00Z The ceding of control over curriculum content to localities has minimized professional accountability and granted authority to those using history to promote special interests. Review | In ‘Myth America,’ historians set out to battle misinformation 2023-01-05T05:00:00Z He had mocked how Mr. McCarthy has “sold shares of himself” for power and called the Californian the “Lebron James of special interest fund-raising.” The Moment When Tempers Really Got Out of Control on the House Floor 2023-01-07T05:00:00Z Gaetz has consistently depicted McCarthy as a Washington insider, calling McCarthy “the LeBron James of special interest fundraising in this town.” A look at the final GOP holdouts McCarthy hopes to sway 2023-01-06T05:00:00Z The Florida congressman expressed a distrust of GOP leader Kevin McCarthy, whom he referred to as the “LeBron James of special interest funding” on the House floor. Matt Gaetz nominates Jim Jordan again for speaker on 12th ballot 2023-01-06T05:00:00Z The brief also said two borrowers who sued in Texas, represented by a special interest group, did not have standing to challenge the program. Biden Administration Defends Student Loan Cancellation at Supreme Court 2023-01-04T05:00:00Z His detractors say he is beholden to special interests and not sufficiently conservative. What does the US Speaker of the House do? 2023-01-04T05:00:00Z "I think that Kevin McCarthy is little more than a vessel through which lobbyists and special interests operate." Kevin McCarthy struggles for support ahead of Speaker vote 2023-01-02T05:00:00Z Another top special interest donor is First Liberty Institute, a conservative nonprofit that also frequently litigates religious liberty cases before the justices. A Charity Tied to the Supreme Court Offers Donors Access to the Justices 2022-12-30T05:00:00Z Pressure from lobbyists and special interest groups already is immense, and Democratic caucus members are having internal debates about how to proceed, said Rosemary Bayer, a Democratic state senator first elected in 2018. ‘You’ve got to deliver’: Democrats take charge in Michigan 2022-12-30T05:00:00Z But in reality, it is an incredibly costly undertaking, referred to by detractors as a tool used mostly by special interest groups, such as industry, to get around legislation. California passed a milestone law to stop neighborhood drilling. Big Oil launched a counterattack 2022-12-26T05:00:00Z Mr. Shelby, in part for personal reasons, has also taken a special interest in Alabama’s universities, which have been some of the biggest beneficiaries of his largess. Shelby, One of the Senate’s Last Big Spenders, ‘Got Everything’ for Alabama 2022-12-26T05:00:00Z When he launched his 2016 presidential bid, he claimed that since he was so wealthy, he would self-finance his campaign — and thus not be beholden to special interests. Opinion | ‘Conspiracy to defraud’ is the perfect charge against the grifter Trump 2022-12-19T05:00:00Z On the liberal side, special interest donors include the Boston Foundation, which advocates abortion rights, and the Freedom Forum, which advocates First Amendment rights. A Charity Tied to the Supreme Court Offers Donors Access to the Justices 2022-12-30T05:00:00Z Mr. Trump has been mostly inoculated from criticism about taking money from special interests in recent years due, in part, to the personal fortune he built before running for office. DeSantis May Snub Big Tech Inaugural Donations, Strategists Say 2022-12-16T05:00:00Z What losing good lawmakers like Hertzberg does is create power vacuums that are filled by special interests. After decades in California politics, Bob Hertzberg is hanging it up. Too bad there are term limits 2022-12-15T05:00:00Z This obviously happened because of the influence a special interest — organized labor — currently enjoys in Washington. Opinion | The great American bailout goes on ... and on 2022-12-14T05:00:00Z Sen. Bernard Sanders excoriated Sen. Kyrsten Sinema on Sunday, accusing the Arizonan who ditched the Democratic Party to become an independent as a “corporate Democrat” who lacks the guts to take on special interests. Sanders slams Sinema as a ‘corporate Democrat’ who ‘sabotaged’ party priorities 2022-12-11T05:00:00Z Opponents such as Jamie Roe of Secure MI Vote criticize what they see as special interest groups trying to influence elections. Election nonprofit that drew GOP ire in 2020 renews grants 2022-12-11T05:00:00Z Republicans call it a move “to safeguard Ohio’s constitution from special interests” who pour money into initiative campaigns. The Election Is Over. The Fight Over Voting Rules and Gerrymanders Isn’t. 2022-12-11T05:00:00Z He worries that virtually all major bills these days are written by special interests and handed to legislators to introduce. After decades in California politics, Bob Hertzberg is hanging it up. Too bad there are term limits 2022-12-15T05:00:00Z “I want to give women a brand and a power that makes them feel emboldened to take on the most wealthy, powerful special interest that’s ever existed, and that’s exactly what’s happened,” she said. She founded Moms Demand Action for gun reform. 140 of its volunteers won office. 2022-12-08T05:00:00Z And he was not the choice of Trump, who endorsed Oz and attacked McCormick as the “candidate of special interests and globalists and the Washington establishment.” Trump blowback could carry less bite in 2024 for some in GOP 2022-12-08T05:00:00Z “They should be very careful about what sort of agreements they enter into with special interests.” Election nonprofit that drew GOP ire in 2020 renews grants 2022-12-11T05:00:00Z “The Congresswoman has always taken ethics incredibly seriously, refusing any donations from lobbyists, corporations, or other special interests,” the spokesperson said. Rep. Ocasio-Cortez under House ethics investigation in new Congress following commplaint 2022-12-07T05:00:00Z “Had I not done that all those special interests would have prevailed again to deny and delay,” the governor said in comments that he later apologized to lawmakers for making. High gas prices prompt California lawmakers to consider penalties on oil profits 2022-12-04T05:00:00Z The leader of this Shaker community, a commanding figure named Elder John, takes a special interest in Harley, which can’t help but flatter him. Review | ‘The Magic Kingdom,’ by Russell Banks, reveals a paradise lost 2022-11-29T05:00:00Z We crafted a proposal, collected 428,000 signatures with all volunteers, and overcame political attacks and lawsuits from special interests to put a constitutional amendment to end gerrymandering on the 2018 ballot. Voters won in Michigan this year — and fair maps made the difference 2022-12-03T05:00:00Z "We applaud the House Judiciary Committee for holding a hearing on the rampant collusion between the Republican Supreme Court justices and right-wing special interests," said Lipton-Lubet. House launches probe into Samuel Alito’s alleged leak and “collusion” with right-wingers 2022-12-02T05:00:00Z “It would be a giant loss for the economy if Justices rule in favor of the special interests.” Justices block Biden’s debt plan at least through February 2022-12-01T05:00:00Z He said that such a threshhold would assure bipartisan consensus and prevent special interest groups from buying their way in. Groups to defend citizens’ power to amend Ohio constitution 2022-11-29T05:00:00Z Instead of special interests buying votes, it would be lovely if politicians tried to earn votes instead. Opinion | The absurd amount of money in politics is overwhelming 2022-11-22T05:00:00Z The teachers association took issue with putting "a special interest lock box" on taxes that would traditionally fund schools. How California’s initiative to fund electric vehicles went terribly wrong 2022-11-17T05:00:00Z “They went into a backroom to carve up the city for their own special interests, for themselves,” Caruso said during the debate. Karen Bass becomes first woman elected Los Angeles mayor 2022-11-16T05:00:00Z She added: “The Administration will continue to fight these baseless lawsuits by Republican officials and special interests and will never stop fighting to support working and middle-class Americans.” Appeals court grants injunction against Biden’s student loan forgiveness 2022-11-14T05:00:00Z Money in politics has the potential to corrupt and to turn public policy away from the public good and toward the wants and desires of special interests like unions, special-interest groups and corporations. Special-interest cash inundated elections 2022-11-13T05:00:00Z He called Mr. McCarthy the “Lebron James of special interest fundraising.” The allegiances of House GOP freshmen quickly tested in leadership races 2022-11-12T05:00:00Z “We will never stop fighting for hardworking Americans most in need — no matter how many roadblocks our opponents and special interests try to put in our way,” she said. Biden swiftly appeals court decision blocking his student debt relief plan 2022-11-11T05:00:00Z “None are actually inspired by Kevin McCarthy, though many feel financially beholden to him, because He is the Lebron James of special interest fundraising. In this last cycle,” he said. Gaetz rages against McCarthy, urges Republicans to withhold support for speaker bid 2022-11-10T05:00:00Z “With Congress, for example, many Americans feel the motivation is to serve special interests as opposed to the common good,” Mr. Vallone said in an email. Poll: More Americans trust veterans than federal government to ‘do the right thing’ 2022-11-10T05:00:00Z Republican House Speaker Jason Wentworth attributed the loss to redistricting and “special interests from all over the country” that aided Democrats. Democrats buck midterm history to win control of 4 states 2022-11-09T05:00:00Z With profanity, he decried how special interests are corrupting the city and called for continued demonstrations. A battle over who is the true progressive defines L.A. congressional race 2022-11-02T04:00:00Z Critique of incumbent: Her teaching experience was limited, she needs to operate with more transparency, and she listens more to special interests than to parents. Your guide to the L.A. school board candidates on the 2022 California midterm ballot 2022-11-01T04:00:00Z Bond measure: Until there is a board with individuals such as myself that are not beholden to special interests, I cannot support the current bond measure. Your guide to L.A. Community College District Board of Trustees candidates 2022-10-31T04:00:00Z While not mentioning their own source of funds, the Put Utah First ads blast him for taking campaign contributions from special interest groups. Democrats and tech leaders spend big on independent in Utah 2022-10-31T04:00:00Z “We’re putting students ahead of special interests,” said Cardona, adding that his agency will go after “shady schools” that leave students with heavy debt and “useless” college degrees. Biden admin relaxes rules for student debt forgiveness 2022-10-31T04:00:00Z He once protested in front of Gomez’s home, calling out the congressman for receiving money from special interest groups. A battle over who is the true progressive defines L.A. congressional race 2022-11-02T04:00:00Z It specifically "targets government officials who sacrifice the common good to special interests and personal gain." CREW's Noah Bookbinder on the "very small step" from Trump's corruption to authoritarian rule 2022-10-31T04:00:00Z Three measures — about sports betting and taxing the rich — are prime examples of special interests capitalizing on California’s century-old system of direct democracy. Yes to abortion rights and arts education: How I'm voting on California ballot propositions 2022-10-31T04:00:00Z They can ignore underrepresented voters — indeed, they can ignore most voters — and focus on policies and positions that appeal only to a core base of special interests. Yes on Seattle Proposition 1A, approval voting: Make every candidate accountable to every voter 2022-10-30T04:00:00Z However, special interest campaign mailers, funded by a housing PAC with major funding from the California realtors association and the California Apartment association have produced a flyer showing the candidate with antiabortion comments. Track the money going to L.A. County Supervisor District 3 race 2022-10-28T04:00:00Z Hoyler said he has raised $10,000 from “individuals from both sides of the political spectrum,” although he has accepted no money from parties, political action committees or special interest groups. Loudoun school board race partisan, tense and a test of GOP appeal 2022-10-24T04:00:00Z Mr. Thanedar’s supporters say that financing his campaign himself shows how much he cares, and that he isn’t beholden to special interests. In Detroit, Why There’s No Black Democrat on the Ballot for Congress 2022-10-24T04:00:00Z She also is known for taking a special interest in young lawyers. The lawyer who could deliver on Biden’s wish to be the most pro-union president 2022-10-15T04:00:00Z Like we’re charging at windmills, trying to fix phantom problems while making things more complex, more open to meddling and more tilted in favor of one special interest over the other? Seattle, we have an election ‘reform’ problem 2022-10-21T04:00:00Z She added the flyer was a personal and untrue attack on her religious faith by special interest groups. Track the money going to L.A. County Supervisor District 3 race 2022-10-28T04:00:00Z De León threw a lavish “inauguration” at Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown L.A. — complete with a color guard, mariachis and political VIPs — funded by special interests that lobby Sacramento. De Leon embodied the American dream. After racist audio leak, he's living a political nightmare 2022-10-20T04:00:00Z With polling suggesting that Republicans have an especially good chance of capturing the House, trade associations, lobbyists and other special interests are honing plans to shape legislation and oversight to their advantage. Ahead of the Midterms, Energy Lobbyists Plan for a Republican House 2022-10-20T04:00:00Z So long as elected officials need their money — even in systems like L.A.’s that allow public matching funds — the temptation to do zoning and other regulatory favors for moneyed special interests will always be there. Op-Ed: How to reform L.A. City Hall to avoid future corruption and scandal 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z An Do, the executive director of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon, said that “conservative special interests are seizing this moment to try to outright buy our elections.” How a Republican Could Lead Oregon: Liberal Disharmony and Nike Cash 2022-10-15T04:00:00Z “We stood up to the special interests, and we put people first.” Biden, campaigning with Katie Porter, promotes actions to lower prescription drug costs 2022-10-14T04:00:00Z But convention opponents say that’s too risky and worry that outside special interests would seek to influence a convention. Dunleavy says he’ll vote for constitutional convention 2022-10-12T04:00:00Z Barnes accused Johnson of protecting special interests in the fossil fuel industry and referenced his conversations with local farmers. Johnson, Barnes polished in 1st Wisconsin Senate debate 2022-10-07T04:00:00Z It's now focused on rooting out what it sees as widespread election fraud throughout Wisconsin and is taking special interest in absentee ballots. Election deniers failed to hand Wisconsin to Trump – but paved the way for future GOP success 2022-10-06T04:00:00Z On transportation, a key concern for traffic-weary commuters in the Washington suburbs, he vows to ease congestion but seems determined to satisfy special interests that reliably oppose major highway and transit proposals. Opinion | Wes Moore is a compelling choice for governor in Maryland 2022-10-01T04:00:00Z “Republican officials from these states are standing with special interests, and fighting to stop relief for borrowers buried under mountains of debt,” White House spokesman Abdullah Hasan said. GOP states sue Biden administration to overturn student debt relief 2022-09-29T04:00:00Z “Republican officials from these six states are standing with special interests and fighting to stop relief for borrowers buried under mountains of debt,” Mr. Hasan said. Republican-led States Sue to Block Biden’s Plan to Erase Student Loan Debt 2022-09-29T04:00:00Z In a TV ad opposing Proposition 30, Newsom calls it “a special interest carve-out — a cynical scheme devised by a single corporation to funnel state income tax revenue to their company.” Newsom breaks from fellow Democrats and aligns with the enemy on Lyft-backed Prop. 30 2022-09-29T04:00:00Z And contrary to the principles of equal justice, Manchin’s proposal would let powerful special interests choose the venue in which they face litigation. Opinion | Don’t force the Mountain Valley Pipeline on Virginia 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z Trump takes special interest in musical selections, considering multiple versions, the adviser said. How a Trump soundtrack became a QAnon phenomenon 2022-09-23T04:00:00Z "Today, Senate Republicans stood in lockstep with their megadonors and secretive special interests to protect the most corrupting force in American politics—dark money," said Whitehouse, a senior member of the Senate Judiciary Committee. “Shameful”: Republicans unanimously block bill that would force them to reveal dark-money donors 2022-09-23T04:00:00Z Newsom told the farmers that he was sympathetic to their plight and warned that deep-pocketed special interests were already at work in Sacramento. Inside California's pot legalization failures: Corporate influence, ignored warnings 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z In her reelection bid, Porter touts her efforts to fight special interests and advocate for consumers, homeowners and middle-class families. California's fall election could sway power in Congress. Here are House races to watch 2022-09-21T04:00:00Z By signaling how they overcame powerful special interests to shepherd these proposals into law, Democrats can prove to voters that they are about more than just winning an argument. Analysis | New Democratic hero has a message for colleagues: Show voters the fight 2022-09-17T04:00:00Z In addition, the industry has donated a torrent of campaign cash to local government officials as cannabis became a new and powerful special interest. Legal pot spawned a wave of corruption, threats and secret financial deals for politicians 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z "Once again, Senate Republicans sided with special interests and dark money—and against honest and transparent political debate," Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., tweeted. “Shameful”: Republicans unanimously block bill that would force them to reveal dark-money donors 2022-09-23T04:00:00Z “And that has been my goal. To connect with people on the issues that are important to them, not necessarily what special interest groups push as an agenda.” Trump-endorsed Diehl ready to extend GOP winning streak in Massachusetts governor’s race 2022-09-14T04:00:00Z This editorial board cited the debate as highlighting concerns about the role of special interests in drafting and implementing public policy. Harmony, hope for Seattle City Council with pot-reform agreement 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z It said Newsom, a Democrat, signed the bill against the advice of his own Department of Finance “to curry favor with special interest groups and organized labor.” Restaurants move to stop new California fast food worker law 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z Even better, Biden's policies are helping average Americans and not special interests. Has the tide turned for Biden and the Democrats? It's way too early to celebrate 2022-09-01T04:00:00Z “It is way past time that we stand up to the powerful special interests that are fighting this bill to protect our most vulnerable communities,” he said during the floor debate Tuesday in the Assembly. California lawmakers OK buffer zones between new oil wells and homes, schools 2022-08-31T04:00:00Z The topic was cannabis, but the backdrop was a familiar one for the Seattle City Council: How much should special interests be involved in drafting and implementing public policy? Special interests cloud Seattle City Council’s quest for pot reform 2022-08-31T04:00:00Z Mr. Biden is expected to trumpet legislative victories that “beat the special interests” and attack the extremism embraced by Mr. Trump and his allies, both strategies emphasized in the memo. Biden to Focus on ‘Battle for the Soul of the Nation’ in Prime-Time Speech 2022-08-29T04:00:00Z Lake, the pollster, has conducted focus groups on elements of the law and said that Democrats can use the health-care portions as a data point showing that they will stand up to special interests. Democrats face challenges as they run on law tackling drug costs, climate 2022-08-26T04:00:00Z They include corporations, special interests, legislation, and politicians. Schlichter issues a Republican call to arms 2022-08-22T04:00:00Z The use of legumes is an excellent alternative to chemical fertilization and is of special interest to sustainable agriculture, which seeks to minimize the use of chemicals and conserve natural resources. Biology for AP Courses 2022-06-09T00:00:00Z The City Council could prove that it’s better than a weather vane blown by special interests. Special interests cloud Seattle City Council’s quest for pot reform 2022-08-31T04:00:00Z Having developed on a planet and finding it essential to our existence, we have a special interest in how planets fit into the story of star formation. Astronomy 2016-10-13T00:00:00Z If the interview setting is a person’s room or apartment, record the details that tell the most about your subject’s special interests. Writing Guide 2021-12-21T00:00:00Z Another series of reforms pushed forward by Progressives that sought to sidestep the power of special interests in state legislatures and restore the democratic political process were three election innovations—the initiative, referendum, and recall. U.S. History 2014-12-30T00:00:00Z Mr. Martin had a special interest in the mountains and piedmont from Pennsylvania to Virginia, even at times snake hunting around the edges of Washington’s Beltway. William ‘Marty’ Martin, authority on eastern timber rattlesnakes, dies at 80 2022-08-10T04:00:00Z Definitions abound when it comes to interest groups, which are sometimes referred to as special interests, interest organizations, pressure groups, or just interests. American Government 2021-07-28T00:00:00Z Table 13.2 lists some well-known comets whose history or appearance is of special interest. Astronomy 2016-10-13T00:00:00Z One distribution of special interest is called the standard normal distribution. High School Statistics 2020-03-27T00:00:00Z Entsminger accused special interests of “drought profiteering” by seeking inflated payments for reducing water use. Drastic Cuts to Colorado River Water Use Show Depth of West’s Drought 2022-08-18T04:00:00Z One of special interest is called the standard normal distribution. Introductory Statistics 2013-09-19T00:00:00Z Such PACs tended to be run by businesses and other groups, like the Teamsters Union and the National Rifle Association, to support their special interests. American Government 2021-07-28T00:00:00Z It’s the product — as virtually all ballot initiatives are — of special interests. California had a nearly $100-billion surplus this year. We don't need to raise taxes with Prop. 30 2022-08-18T04:00:00Z “Let’s be clear: In this historic moment, Democrats sided with the American people and every single Republican in the Congress sided with the special interests,” Biden said. Biden signs sweeping bill to tackle climate change, lower health-care costs 2022-08-16T04:00:00Z “We will make clear that the President and Congressional Democrats beat the special interests and delivered what was best for the American people.” Biden signs climate, drug price bill into law, another win amid crisis for U.S. democracy 2022-08-16T04:00:00Z “In this historic moment, Democrats sided with the American people, and every single Republican in the Congress sided with the special interests,” Mr. Biden said. Biden signs $740 billion ‘inflation reduction’ bill that economists say won’t lower inflation 2022-08-16T04:00:00Z Mr. Biden said Democrats “sided with the American people” in passing the bill while Republicans “sided with the special interest” in attempting to block it. Biden signs Democrats’ $740 billion spending bill into law 2022-08-16T04:00:00Z “Proposition 30 is a special interest carveout — a cynical scheme devised by a single corporation to funnel state income tax revenue to their company,” the governor asserted last month. California had a nearly $100-billion surplus this year. We don't need to raise taxes with Prop. 30 2022-08-18T04:00:00Z “Let me say from the start: With this law, the American people won and the special interests lost,” Biden said. Biden signs sweeping bill to tackle climate change, lower health-care costs 2022-08-16T04:00:00Z At the signing ceremony, Biden offered a preview of his party’s campaign-season rhetoric, saying that “Democrats sided with the American people, and every single Republican in the Congress sided with the special interests.” Biden signs climate, drug price bill into law, another win amid crisis for U.S. democracy 2022-08-16T04:00:00Z “Misguided special interest groups will try to tell you that this legislation will diminish our public education system,” he said. Arizona governor touts school voucher plan, slams opponents 2022-08-16T04:00:00Z "In this historic moment, Democrats sided with the American people and every single Republican sided with the special interests," said Biden. Biden signs $430 billion climate, healthcare and tax bill 2022-08-16T04:00:00Z “Today, I proudly watched as House Democrats chose families over special interests.” Biden’s Legislative Victories Will Ripple Across the Country for Decades 2022-08-12T04:00:00Z “This life-changing legislation increases the leverage of the people’s interest over the special interest,” Speaker Nancy Pelosi of California wrote this week in a letter to her colleagues. House Is Set to Pass Climate, Tax and Health Package 2022-08-12T04:00:00Z Republicans deny accusations they side with special interest groups representing corporations, while often accusing Democrats of the same. Biden to tout recent legislative wins ahead of U.S. midterm vote 2022-08-11T04:00:00Z The White House will use the August recess to argue that President Biden and Democratic allies “beat the special interests” and delivered results on climate change and health care while rewarding work and not wealth. White House gears up to promote Biden’s wins during August lull in Washington 2022-08-11T04:00:00Z All over the United States, building ambitious infrastructure has become a nightmarish slog of litigation, special interest obstructionism and institutional dysfunction. Opinion | Maryland’s best traffic-relief hope is twisting in the wind 2022-08-10T04:00:00Z But now, this community-informed map is being threatened by special interest groups from one of Seattle’s oldest, wealthiest, majority white neighborhoods. Redrawing of Seattle’s council districts shows equity is possible 2022-08-09T04:00:00Z In a statement, Biden hailed the outcome and praised Democrats for having “sided with American families over special interests.” Senate approves Inflation Reduction Act, clinching long-delayed health and climate bill 2022-08-07T04:00:00Z When President Biden ran for president in 2020, his campaign said that he would “eliminate special tax breaks that reward special interests and get rid of the capital gains loophole for multimillionaires.” The Carried Interest Loophole Survives Another Political Battle 2022-08-05T04:00:00Z “For years, special interests have blocked action to address the climate crisis and limit investment in clean energy,” the memo said. White House gears up to promote Biden’s wins during August lull in Washington 2022-08-11T04:00:00Z “Do you have a special interest in this knife?” the officer asked. Who Killed Tair Rada? Inside Israel’s True Crime Obsession 2022-08-05T04:00:00Z We cannot let wealthy special interest groups steamroll this process late in the game after marginalized community leaders spent months thoughtfully engaging in this process. Redrawing of Seattle’s council districts shows equity is possible 2022-08-09T04:00:00Z “Second, who do you stand with: The working men and women who build things, or the far left, elite, special interest groups who want to shut this country down?” Joe Manchin bucks Biden, votes with GOP to slash red tape on energy production 2022-08-04T04:00:00Z “They also became the latest in a long list of experts who have debunked congressional Republicans’ lies meant to protect tax welfare for wealthy special interests at any cost, even prolonging inflation.” GOP escalates attacks against Dems’ climate, tax bill as both parties court Sen. Sinema 2022-08-03T04:00:00Z “This is the choice before the American people: President Biden and Congressional Democrats taking on special interests for you and your family,” the White House memo said. White House gears up to promote Biden’s wins during August lull in Washington 2022-08-11T04:00:00Z “While Congress has been cozying up to corporate special interests that prioritize taking care of the rich and powerful, the rest of us are falling further behind.” How WA’s ‘jungle’ primary may have saved Herrera Beutler 2022-08-03T04:00:00Z Latinos comprise nearly three-quarters of the Yakima Lower Valley, but the State Redistricting Commission caved to white-led special interests to gerrymander Latino communities apart, earning them a Voting Rights Act lawsuit. Redrawing of Seattle’s council districts shows equity is possible 2022-08-09T04:00:00Z Hun Sen has a special interest in Myanmar because Cambodia this year chairs the 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations, which has sought to end the violence in Myanmar and provide humanitarian assistance. Myanmar executes NLD lawmaker, 3 other political detainees 2022-07-24T04:00:00Z Ms. Porter later posted her exchange with Ms. Swearer on social media, doubling down on her accusations and accusing special interest groups of “lying to the American people to block gun violence prevention legislation.” Heritage Foundation president files ethics complaint against Rep. Katie Porter, California Dem 2022-07-15T04:00:00Z Manchin has taken a special interest in the Mountain Valley pipeline, which would transport Appalachian shale gas about 300 miles from West Virginia to Virginia if built. Biden weighs breaking climate pledges to win Manchin’s support on bill 2022-07-13T04:00:00Z As one example, the important and complex topic of decriminalizing drugs probably shouldn’t be decided in an up-or-down vote on a proposal written by a special interest group anyway. ‘A debacle’: Our troubled citizen initiative process is in a record drought 2022-07-13T04:00:00Z Shinzo Abe took special interest in building rapport with the Oval Office, often using his love of golf as a calling card. Shinzo Abe, long-serving Japanese leader, slain at 67 2022-07-08T04:00:00Z The “Arizona Fair Elections Act” ballot initiative seeks to enact dozens of provisions to expand access to voting and lessen the possible influence of special interests on state lawmakers. Arizona activists want a vote on expanding access to voting 2022-07-07T04:00:00Z “This takes loyalty to special interests over working Americans to a new and shocking height.” McConnell threatens to tank China bill over Democrats’ tax-and-spend push 2022-06-30T04:00:00Z “This takes loyalty to special interests over working Americans to a new and shocking height. We are not going to back down in the face of this outrageous threat.” McConnell warns Dems of fallout for reviving Biden bill 2022-06-30T04:00:00Z Later, the tool was itself hijacked by corporations and special interests, as well as twisted into a rent-seeking factory by mercenaries like Eyman. ‘A debacle’: Our troubled citizen initiative process is in a record drought 2022-07-13T04:00:00Z "The court got captured by special interests using gobs of dark money." Biden receives backlash for not wanting to expand Supreme Court 2022-06-27T04:00:00Z He said the best ideas in Congress should be coming from regular people, “not the big money special interests.” Wisconsin Democrats focus ire on Republican Sen. Johnson 2022-06-26T04:00:00Z We in Loudoun County are growing weary of special interest groups’ meddling in our democratic elections. Opinion | Undermining democratic elections in Loudoun County 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z And by that I mean actually served their communities, not only parties or special interest groups. Summer homework: Voters, start your vetting for Aug. 2 primary 2022-06-17T04:00:00Z The D.C. public election financing program was supposed to eviscerate special interests’ influence on candidates. Opinion | How special interests are guiding D.C.’s education future 2022-06-16T04:00:00Z Historic England said Grade II buildings are of "special interest", with Grade II* being "particularly important buildings of more than special interest". Historic English pubs recognised for their interiors 2022-06-15T04:00:00Z “The candidate backed by a million dollars of outside, special interest money and Matt. That’s a clear decision for me: I want Matt to win.” Three candidates drop out of Ward 3 race, throwing support to Frumin 2022-06-13T04:00:00Z Over the past year, the recall efforts of one special interest group have not only targeted our commonwealth’s attorney, but also seven of the nine Loudoun County School Board members. Opinion | Undermining democratic elections in Loudoun County 2022-06-19T04:00:00Z My favorite question of candidates is to ask for examples of where they have disagreed with their parties or stood up to leadership or special interests. Summer homework: Voters, start your vetting for Aug. 2 primary 2022-06-17T04:00:00Z Not surprisingly, the choice made by Loudoun County voters left some outside special interests unhappy. Opinion | The endless recalls in Virginia are pointless and must stop 2022-06-10T04:00:00Z Hun Sen has a special interest in Myanmar because Cambodia this year chairs the 10-member Association of Southeast Asia Nations, ASEAN, to which Myanmar belongs. Cambodian leader asks Myanmar to reconsider foes’ executions 2022-06-11T04:00:00Z Beyond his own fundraising apparatus, Heastie also controls the Democratic Assembly Campaign Committee, a multimillion-dollar organization that relies on special interests for funding and allows Heastie to dole out cash to favored campaigns. “We’re all doomed”: Even overwhelmingly Democratic New York legislature can’t pass a climate bill 2022-06-08T04:00:00Z He said the council should not be swayed by “special interest groups” when determining the board. Prince George’s council would appoint some members of police review board 2022-06-07T04:00:00Z “He has opened the door wide for Chinese-funded special interests to defeat the fair application of U.S. trade law,” he said. Democrats fear Biden’s waiving of solar tariffs is a boon for China 2022-06-07T04:00:00Z “By taking this unprecedented — and potentially illegal — action, he has opened the door wide for Chinese-funded special interests to defeat the fair application of U.S. trade law,” Mr. Rashid said in a statement. Biden to Pause New Solar Tariffs as White House Aims to Encourage Adoption 2022-06-06T04:00:00Z “By taking this unprecedented — and potentially illegal — action, he has opened the door wide for Chinese-funded special interests to defeat the fair application of U.S. trade law.” White House takes steps to spur solar industry 2022-06-06T04:00:00Z But the lobbying issue, and the special interests attached to it, are much more specific to the Yebri-Yaroslavsky duel. Landlords and a candidate's lobbying past stir up a Westside council race 2022-06-04T04:00:00Z But there’s another possibility, one that might be the most sobering of all for gun control supporters: Their problem could also be the voters, not just politicians or special interests. Voters Say They Want Gun Control. Their Votes Say Something Different. 2022-06-03T04:00:00Z However, Trump attacked McCormick repeatedly in the campaign’s final two weeks, leading a rally for Oz where he called McCormick the “candidate of special interests and globalists and the Washington establishment.” McCormick concedes to Oz in Pennsylvania GOP Senate primary 2022-06-03T04:00:00Z She said she decided to fund her own campaign after political insiders, party delegates and special interest groups discounted her candidacy. Democrats will be chasing Republican Lanhee Chen in California controller's race 2022-06-03T04:00:00Z The 89-year-old said: "It is also of special interest to me because it is not, unlike so many awards, just a medal that is pinned on you." Queen’s Jubilee birthday honours: Damian Lewis, Stella McCartney and Clare Balding on list 2022-06-01T04:00:00Z The LAPD’s involvement, he said, is an example of “special interests manipulating our elections.” Two years after George Floyd, L.A.'s police union goes big in the city election 2022-06-01T04:00:00Z Critique of incumbent: Her teaching experience was limited, and she listens more to special interests than to parents. Meet the candidates for the L.A. school board 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z Considering her face appears on billions of items of mail each year, it is perhaps not surprising that the Queen is said to take a special interest in stamps. Platinum Jubilee: The portrait of the Queen reproduced billions of times 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z My generation feels powerless against the special interests and extremists who refuse to acknowledge that something must change. Opinion | Yolanda Renee King: My generation has to stand up against gun violence 2022-05-30T04:00:00Z Politicians and other special interests will still misrepresent the results. Perspective | This is the most important standardized test administered in America 2022-05-29T04:00:00Z In a questionnaire submitted to the L.A. chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America, she said law enforcement special interest groups — she declined to call them unions — should have “no political power.” Two years after George Floyd, L.A.'s police union goes big in the city election 2022-06-01T04:00:00Z “People can’t afford rent or gas, yet politicians are instead paying attention to special interests,” he said while digging into an enchilada plate. Column: In Orange County, an Assembly seat fight for the future of Latino politics 2022-05-29T04:00:00Z Spain has a special interest in remaining on good terms with Algeria, which provides much of its gas needs. Algerian dissidents: Victims of crackdown, or outlaws? 2022-05-27T04:00:00Z Commissioners point fingers at the justices, special interest groups and the initial census delays. Ohioans got short shrift as political map fight dragged on 2022-05-24T04:00:00Z Ethan Peck, an FEP associate who presented the proposal at the virtual meeting, said the bank’s stakeholder capitalism model “gives board members a heightened ability to pursue special interests and enrich themselves in the process.” Corporate boards rebuff conservative shareholder activism 2022-05-20T04:00:00Z It’s a volatile trend line, and any special interest group that tries to use it to make a claim about the economic ills of better regulation is blowing smoke. Column: Big business musters more lies to smear a Biden nominee because she would do her job 2022-05-19T04:00:00Z Mr. Musk also accused Mr. Biden of being overly controlled by special interests tied to the Democratic party. Tech moguls pile on the ridicule of Biden’s handling of inflation, economy 2022-05-17T04:00:00Z He also accused Mr. Biden of being overly controlled by special interests tied to the Democratic party. Elon Musk slams Biden for causing inflation, says government ‘can’t just issue checks’ 2022-05-17T04:00:00Z "I do know that he was with a company that managed money for communist China, and he is absolutely the candidate of special interests and globalists and the Washington establishment." Trump can't make MAGA like Dr. Oz 2022-05-10T04:00:00Z Four years later, the same special interests are recycling this bad idea in Initiative 82 — at the most vulnerable time for our small businesses and their employees. Opinion | D.C. restaurants can’t afford another setback 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z But that may not matter to a Congress that can be so easily hypnotized by lies purveyed by special interests. Column: Big business musters more lies to smear a Biden nominee because she would do her job 2022-05-19T04:00:00Z “That’s our job — to center children. We cannot put money first. We cannot put our special interests first. We have to put the interests of our students first.” Frustrations grow over changes to Seattle school start times 2022-05-07T04:00:00Z The hubris, the forsaking of all constituents for the agenda of campaign funders and powerful special interests, cuts both ways. Elect leaders to serve people, not extremes 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z “My only special interests are you, Angelenos,” he declares, in a variation on Hopeful Rick — Cheesy Rick. Column: We watched all of Rick Caruso's campaign commercials so you don't have to 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z The special interests behind Initiative 82 view D.C. as a high-profile laboratory for economic experiments. Opinion | D.C. restaurants can’t afford another setback 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z The mere existence of the Water’s Edge Museum would surprise most who stumble upon this unusual configuration of special interests. Opinion | Art, history and healing on the Eastern Shore 2022-04-30T04:00:00Z "Our people will decide if they want to keep our sovereignty on the Amazon or to be ruled by crooks who serve foreign special interest." Bolsonaro hits out at DiCaprio after election plea 2022-04-29T04:00:00Z "And that was almost entirely because of the power wielded by these entrenched special interest groups like the teachers union." Betsy DeVos and Ron DeSantis: GOP dynamic duo team up to defund public schools 2022-04-26T04:00:00Z “The undisclosed, special interest groups are not conservatives, and they are not being honest about their intentions,” Harder said. ‘Soft on crime’ attacks target Republicans who favor changes 2022-04-24T04:00:00Z We conducted the discussion with Kristen Soltis Anderson, our focus group leader, who does similar work for political candidates, parties and special interest groups. Opinion | ‘I Don’t Think It’s Going to Stop in Ukraine’: 10 Americans on Putin’s War 2022-04-21T04:00:00Z If she was referring to the more commonly proposed limit of two Senate terms, she would be correct; 12 years is too short and would only increase the influence of special interests. Opinion | Term limits can work — if they’re the right length 2022-04-21T04:00:00Z We conducted the discussion with Ms. Anderson, who does similar work for political candidates, parties and special interest groups. Opinion | These 8 Conservative Men Are Making No Apologies 2022-04-12T04:00:00Z “They shouldn’t have to attach special interest policy in order for kids to have all the resources that they deserve.” Kansas GOP ties new school funds to ‘choice,’ other policies 2022-04-15T04:00:00Z Klarman said Fox News Books is not depending on bulk purchases by special interest groups or institutions, which are frequently used to drive the sales of conservative political books. Shannon Bream's Bible stories are turning Fox News Books into a publishing force 2022-04-13T04:00:00Z Having politicians who accept donations from special interests has left the city with “historic homelessness, crime and corruption,” he said. Caruso has loaned his campaign $10 million. Here’s how that is upending the mayor’s race 2022-04-07T04:00:00Z He added, “Any life on the planet could be much more advanced because the planet and any life on it would/could be that much older than terrestrial life and therefore be of special interest.” Imagine Another World. Now Imagine 5,000 More. 2022-04-02T04:00:00Z When launching her campaign bid as a Republican in April 2021, the outspoken star said she planned to take on entrenched Sacramento politicians and the special interests that fund them. Fox News hires Caitlyn Jenner as contributor, and she debuts tonight on 'Hannity' 2022-03-31T04:00:00Z A representative of Airbnb took aim at the report, saying it relied on “questionable statistics” and was engineered by “a special interest group in the pocket of the hotel industry.” Nearly 1 in 5 Airbnb listings in L.A. violated city law, advocacy group says 2022-03-30T04:00:00Z If you’re curious about what the bare-knuckled exercise of political power by special interests looks like, go no further than the torpedoing of Sarah Bloom Raskin’s nomination to a high post at the Federal Reserve. Column: Fossil fuel barons killed Biden's Fed pick for talking sense on climate change 2022-03-16T04:00:00Z “Unfortunately, Senate Republicans are more focused on amplifying these false claims and protecting special interests than taking important steps toward addressing inflation and lowering costs for the American people.” Sarah Bloom Raskin withdraws from nomination for Federal Reserve Board 2022-03-15T04:00:00Z The New Yorker magazine first reported that Raskin had submitted a letter of withdrawal to the White House, in which she cited "relentless attacks by special interests" in her decision to step aside. Biden's Fed nominee Raskin withdraws 2022-03-15T04:00:00Z The effect, researchers said, was to clear the way for corporate and other special interests whose efforts to pollute had been exposed and stymied by scientific evidence. Opinion | Youngkin’s divisive pick for a key Cabinet post has inspired a partisan duel 2022-03-13T05:00:00Z “Dark money” refers to cash from undisclosed donors and unknown sources that special interest groups use to fund efforts aimed at influencing votes. Dark money groups cast deep shadows over Supreme Court confirmation battles 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z “REI seems like another example of predominantly young workers who are not buying the arguments about unions being special interest groups,” Logan said in an email. REI workers in New York vote to unionize 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z “My office will be relentless ensuring dark money special interests that intentionally violate our campaign finance laws will be held accountable — even if it takes a decade.” Trade group settles GMO-labeling case for $9 million, admits to violating WA laws 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z But lawmakers are there to serve, in this case, the students, not special interest groups. Leave charter-school funds in the budget 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z Many countries also face domestic terrorists who oppose their governments’ policies or have special interests to promote. World History: Patterns of Interaction 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z They are often willing to suppress their own views, ignore those of their party’s leadership, and turn a deaf ear to the arguments of their colleagues and of special interests from outside their constituencies. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z “It’s clear that a variety of special interests have had a vested interest in sowing doubt on climate change and feeding denialism and delay,” said White House senior adviser Neera Tanden in a statement. White House moves to fight climate ‘denialism’ amid calls to end fossil-fuel crackdown 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z “So the real problem for policymakers is to sustain sanctions in the face of domestic pressures and special interests that will oppose these sanctions because of the economic and financial loss.” Europe Sanctions Russia Over Ukraine Crisis, Coordinating Squeeze With the U.S. 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z Food and Drug Administration added the condition to a list of several potential adverse events of special interest. COVID-19 shots unlikely to prompt rare inflammation in kids 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z He said it would lead to unintended consequences by giving too much legal recourse to special interest groups. Democrats turn to environmental justice after Biden’s big climate bill bites the dust 2022-02-17T05:00:00Z Business, labor, agriculture, and other special interest groups often draft measures, as well. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z Voters tend to see politicians of another party as captives of special interests — be it labor or corporate — and as ignorant, corrupt liars. We need more lawmakers like Gary K. Hart. But they’re a rarity in this era of polarization 2022-02-14T05:00:00Z The group said the Biden administration’s policy involves “the use of the domestic security state to potentially target political opponents, squash free speech and deliver federal dollars to special interest allies.” Group targets DHS threat bulletin citing false, misleading narratives in domestic terror warning 2022-02-09T05:00:00Z He also criticized her practice of accepting large donations from special interests and said he believed her budget blueprint was not ambitious enough. Working Families Party Endorses Jumaane Williams for Governor 2022-02-08T05:00:00Z “But I am concerned that well-intended legislation, like this bill, could empower outside special interest groups to use the federal courts to defeat the interests of communities and elected leaders.” Democrats turn to environmental justice after Biden’s big climate bill bites the dust 2022-02-17T05:00:00Z The six-year term also tends to make senators less subject to the pressures of public opinion and less susceptible to the pleas of special interests than their colleagues in the House. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z There are many obstacles that tip the playing field: money in campaigns, the power of special interests, partisan redistricting, the Senate’s undemocratic structure. Column: Is civility really passe in American politics? 2022-02-07T05:00:00Z Her reelection bid plays up her credentials as a centrist in the Senate, working across party lines to “stand up to any politician or special interest that threatens our way of life.” Crossing lines, Manchin endorses Murkowski’s Senate campaign 2022-02-06T05:00:00Z “We’ll see it with companies that have special scrutiny, where there’s a special interest by unions in the U.S. and Canada. In the rest of the companies this won’t happen for lack of supervision.” In a victory for labor rights in Mexico, an independent union wins power at a General Motors plant 2022-02-04T05:00:00Z Dr. Stamler pivoted in the second half of his career to conducting major studies on diet and blood pressure, and sometimes battled with food industry groups and other special interests that opposed his findings. Jeremiah Stamler, who linked lifestyle with heart health, dies at 102 2022-01-31T05:00:00Z Some other troubling questions are these: Have some of the regulatory commissions been unduly influenced by the special interests they are expected to regulate? Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z "Bank supervisors must make sure that the safety of banks and the resilience of our financial system are never compromised in favor of short-term political agendas or special interest groups," she said in her testimony. Biden nominee Raskin says not Fed's job to dictate lending 2022-02-03T05:00:00Z Recalls are rarely successful, but the process is increasingly being used by partisan and special interests as a way to bully or intimidate officials. Opinion | Virginia’s law for recalling elected officials needs reform 2022-02-02T05:00:00Z California voters are likely to see one or more initiatives on that subject this November sponsored by various special interests. Don't bet on it. Wagering on the Super Bowl is illegal in California 2022-01-30T05:00:00Z But he also has his own areas of special interest. Perspective | By retiring, Breyer avoids Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s mistake 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z The commission is funded by the Federal Reserve, rather than by Congress, in an effort to keep it free from the influence of special interests. Magruder's American Government 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z That made the site of Thursday’s attack of special interest. Gunman Kills 5 at Ukraine Rocket Factory, Adding to Tensions 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z It creates an incentive for special interests to lobby for the lower rate, whether it’s economically justified or not. Opinion | Under our crazy tax code, rock stars can’t afford not to be hypocrites 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z A committee seat attracts campaign contributions because the occupant does, theoretically, pass judgment on major bills that matter to special interests. No debate on skyrocketing cost of California single-payer bill? So much for good government 2022-01-24T05:00:00Z |
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