Hispanic Caucus Threatens to Block Health Bill Over Immigration Language

Nov. 5, 2009, 6:42 p.m.

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chairwoman Nydia Velázquez (D-N.Y.) warned President Barack Obama on Thursday that 20 members of her caucus are prepared to vote against the House Democratic health care plan if language restricting the rights of illegal immigrants to buy insurance is added to the bill.

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Ben-Zvi: Domestic Politics Are Shaping Global Relations

Nov. 23, 12:26 p.m.

President Barack Obama may be showing the top of his head in a respectful bow to the emperor of Japan. But the rest of the world seems intent on showing Obama the back of their hand. Read Full Article