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John Warner passes torch to Mark Warner

Rivals-turned-friends John Warner and Mark Warner shared a walk up the Senate aisle Tuesday in a ceremony that marked generational and political change for Virginia.

New Congress opens pledging to rescue economy

The Capitol rang loud with vows to fix the crisis-ridden economy Tuesday as Congress opened for business at the dawn of a new Democratic era. "We need action and we need action now," said Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Republicans agreed, and pledged cooperation in Congress as well as with President-elect Barack Obama — to a point.

Economic crisis, Obama response face new Congress

The new Congress opened for business at the stroke of noon on Tuesday, eager to join President-elect Barack Obama in tackling the worst economic crisis in generations. Democrats celebrated last fall's election gains in the House and Senate.

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Congressional Religion
Source: National Catholic Register

According to this survey Congress has about 5% more Catholic members than the typical U.S. population.

Who Will Pick Up the Guantlet For Cold War Veterans?

Our country's veterans issue a very hearty and warm Thank Yoiu to Senator Clinton for her continued support of our military and our veterans. We also thank her for her service to our country and wish her continued success.

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