July 20, 2006 -
Read the amusing account here. Feel free to make up your own jokes.
July 20, 2006 -
At the request of Gov. Kathleen Blanco, the Louisiana Civil Service Commission has raised the minimum wage for all state workers to $6.15 per hour, one dollar more than the federal minimum wage. The new minimum wage will go into effect in August.
July 20, 2006 -
On its way to being passed in the House, the Voting Rights Act renewal was almost gutted by a coalition of Southern legislators. It survived intact and is now on its way to the Senate for approval. Bush indicates he will sign it.
July 20, 2006 -
In addition to the Fall of Ralph Reed, by way of Andy Axel we learn that Alabama has elected its first openly gay legislator: Patricia Todd is the new state representative for par
July 20, 2006 -
President Bush addressed the NAACP convention for the first time in his presidency, declaring that racism still exists and urging the Senate to renew the voting rights act:
July 19, 2006 -
As energy interests continue to post record profits, the Wall Street Journal reveals (no link, pay only) that refineries are still c
July 19, 2006 -
Ralph Reed, the former darling of the Christian right movement, conceded defeat in his bid for the Republican nomination for Lt. Governor of Georgia at 10 pm last night.