Controlling Population Is Essential

How Should Congress Address the Cost of a Rising Population?

By Rep. Mike Conaway
Special to Roll Call
July 14, 2006, 12 a.m.

Anyone who has attempted to get on the Capitol Beltway during rush hour understands the pains caused by overcrowding. Sprawl, congestion and school overcrowding are some of the biggest problems that face communities, and they are all caused by rapid population growth.



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Schumer Advocates for Many on Panel

Nov. 16, 12 a.m.

As Senate Majority Leader, Lyndon Johnson once said of the Joint Economic Committee, “It’s as useless as tits on a bull.” But as that panel’s chairman during the 110th Congress, Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) seized the opportunity to elevate the traditionally low-profile post to the forefront of shaping policy. Read Full Article

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