Midwest Republicans push to curb Obama agenda in Congress
George Will notes House Republicans led by Rep. Fred Upton aim to reverse FCC net neutrality rules and repeal or modify Obamacare. He highlights Michigan figures and Midwest power shifts, arguing regional influence could decide the next presidential election.
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Chicago Cubs
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Hamtramck
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Ohio
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Mike Rogers
Intelligence Committee
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Paul Ryan
Minnesota
John Kline
Missouri
Sam Graves
Midwest
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Niles
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Mongolia
Almanac Snapshot for January 10 2011
Highlights include Thomas Paine’s Common Sense first published in 1776 and London Underground opening in 1863. Texas oil led the nation with 403.8 million barrels in 2009 while Dwight Clark’s 1982 NFC title clincher defined the 49ers win over the Cowboys. George Foreman quote rounds out the day.
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Paul Henreid
Sal Mineo
Rod Stewart
George Foreman
Pat Benatar
Dwight Clark
Joe Montana
San Francisco 49Ers
Dallas Cowboys
U.S
Issa probes job regulations amid partisan clash
House Oversight Chairman Darrell Issa calls for 150 groups to identify job-killing rules as Democrats attack the outreach. Critics say the move echoes the Obama White House courting business leaders, while Issa argues for fact gathering and accountability in regulation strategy.
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Center For American Progress
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Kraft fans get Wheat Thins via social media stunts
Dayton Daily News columnist notes Kraft’s Facebook and Twitter campaigns delivering free Wheat Thins to users who post about craving the crackers. Readers recount surprise deliveries, from Los Angeles to Portland, to boost snack status and prompt brand chatter.
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