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    May 9, 2013 |Story| Petoskey News

  1. Senate rejects firearms on more federal lands

    WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate rejected an effort Wednesday to expand the use of firearms on some of the nation's most frequently visited federal lands, handing gun control advocates a modest success.
    WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate rejected an effort Wednesday to expand the use of firearms on some of the nation's most frequently visited federal lands, handing gun control advocates a modest success. The measure, backed by the National Rifle...

    Tags: Barbara Boxer, Wildlife, Politics, Washington, DC, Interior Policy

    2. May 13, 2013 |Story| Reuters

  2. Donations, lobbying by high-speed traders on the rise -report

    Reuters
    By Sarah N. Lynch WASHINGTON, May 13 (Reuters) - High-frequency trading firms increased their campaign contributions to federal lawmakers by 673 percent from the 2008 to the 2012 election cycle, according to a report that sheds light on their political...

    Tags: Elections, Politics, Finance, Chuck Schumer, Washington, DC

    3. May 13, 2013 |Story| Reuters

  3. Donations, lobbying by high-speed traders on the rise: report

    Reuters
    WASHINGTON (Reuters) - High-frequency trading firms increased their campaign contributions to federal lawmakers by 673 percent from the 2008 to the 2012 election cycle, according to a report that sheds light on their political connections in Washington...

    Tags: Finance, Elections, Chuck Schumer, Politics, Washington, DC

    4. May 12, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  4. Gun sale loopholes can often put weapons in felons' hands

    Kenneth Lee was a convicted felon who wanted a gun, authorities say. Darlene Hoover was a single mom with a clean record who needed cash.
    Kenneth Lee was a convicted felon who wanted a gun, authorities say. Darlene Hoover was a single mom with a clean record who needed cash. So the two acquaintances from the South Side made a deal, according to prosecutors. For $200, Hoover drove about 40...

    Tags: Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting, Punishment, Physical Therapy, Theft, University of Chicago

    5. May 4, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  5. Kirk makes first public appearance in Illinois since stroke

    During his first official public appearance in Illinois since he suffered a major stroke, Sen. Mark Kirk on Friday announced that "rehab works" and said he hopes his steady improvement serves to encourage others with medical challenges.
    During his first official public appearance in Illinois since he suffered a major stroke, Sen. Mark Kirk on Friday announced that "rehab works" and said he hopes his steady improvement serves to encourage others with medical challenges. Kirk took...

    Tags: Brad Schneider, Politics, Elections, Chicago Charter Schools, Physical Conditions

    6. May 8, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  6. Resignation of state GOP leader reveals party's split on social issues

    Pat Brady's resignation Tuesday as chairman of the state's Republican Party was a move months in the making, an effort to leave on his own terms rather than being ousted for his support of gay marriage.
    Pat Brady's resignation Tuesday as chairman of the state's Republican Party was a move months in the making, an effort to leave on his own terms rather than being ousted for his support of gay marriage. But in leaving the post, effective immediately,...

    Tags: Pat Quinn, Gays and Lesbians, Politics, Elections, Bill Brady

    7. May 8, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  7. Senate bill aims to toughen Iran sanctions

    WASHINGTON — A bipartisan group of senators introduced legislation Wednesday that would sharply toughen U.S. economic sanctions on Iran despite administration calls for Congress to delay penalties that could disrupt diplomacy aimed at resolving the dispute over Iran's nuclear program.
    WASHINGTON — A bipartisan group of senators introduced legislation Wednesday that would sharply toughen U.S. economic sanctions on Iran despite administration calls for Congress to delay penalties that could disrupt diplomacy aimed at resolving...

    Tags: Politics, Money and Monetary Policy, John Cornyn, U.S. Senate, Foreign Aid

    8. May 8, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  8. GOP leader's resignation spotlights schism

    Pat Brady’s resignation Tuesday as chairman of the state’s Republican Party was a move months in the making, an effort to leave on his own terms rather than being ousted for his support of gay marriage.
    Tribune reporters
    Pat Brady’s resignation Tuesday as chairman of the state’s Republican Party was a move months in the making, an effort to leave on his own terms rather than being ousted for his support of gay marriage. But in leaving the post, effective...

    Tags: Pat Quinn, Gays and Lesbians, Politics, Elections, Bill Brady

    9. May 3, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  9. Kirk at 1st public appearance in Ill. since stroke: 'Rehab works'

    Making what was billed as his first official public appearance in Illinois since he suffered a major stroke, U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk, R-Ill., took questions from the press at a charter school at Naval Station Great Lakes outside North Chicago this afternoon and toured the school.
    Tribune reporter
    Making what was billed as his first official public appearance in Illinois since he suffered a major stroke, U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk, R-Ill., took questions from the press at a charter school at Naval Station Great Lakes outside North Chicago this afternoon...

    Tags: Brad Schneider, Chicago Charter Schools, Physical Conditions, Teaching and Learning, Stroke

    10. May 6, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  10. Illinois Republican chairman Pat Brady to resign, sources say

    Illinois Republican Chairman Pat Brady is telling people tonight that he plans to resign Tuesday, sources familiar with his decision say.
    Clout Street
    Illinois Republican Chairman Pat Brady is telling people tonight that he plans to resign Tuesday, sources familiar with his decision say. The resignation comes after Brady survived an attempt last month to oust him as GOP chairman over his support for...

    Tags: Illinois General Assembly, Gays and Lesbians, Elections, Social Issues, Politics

    11. May 7, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  11. Letters: Narrowing the NRA

    <a href=&quot;http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-nra-convention-20130504%2C0%2C791179.story">Re "Both sides of debate at NRA convention," May 4</a>
    Re "Both sides of debate at NRA convention," May 4 When the National Rifle Assn. backed improved background checks on gun buyers in the 1990s, the organization truly was nonpartisan. Time and money have changed that. Witness the lineup of speakers...

    Tags: Politics, Elections, Sarah Palin, Republican Party, Rick Perry

    12. Apr 12, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  12. GOP rejects gay marriage, asks Supreme Court to uphold Prop. 8

    Republican leaders unanimously approved a resolution Friday urging the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold Proposition 8, the measure under court review that forbids same-sex marriage in California.
    Republican leaders unanimously approved a resolution Friday urging the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold Proposition 8, the measure under court review that forbids same-sex marriage in California. The Republican National Committee “affirms its...

    Tags: Reince Priebus, Tea Party Movement, Gays and Lesbians, Social Issues, Politics

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Mark Kirk Photos
The first photo of Sen. Mark Kirk was released Tuesday,...
(April 24, 2012)
The first photo of Sen. Mark Kirk was released Tuesday, three months after the Illinois Republican suffered a stroke. Kirk's staff also offered a more comprehensive update on his progress. (Handout)
Northwestern Memorial Hospital neurosurgeon Dr. Richard...
(January 23, 2012)
Doctors 'hopeful' after Sen. Kirk undergoes surgery for stroke
U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) announces his endorseme...
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