House Kicks Off Debate on Health Care Bill

By Jennifer Bendery and Steven T. Dennis
Roll Call Staff

Nov. 7, 2009, 11:25 a.m.

The House on Saturday opened debate on the Democratic health care plan, a delicately crafted package that will demand the support of Democrats uneasy about votes on abortion and immigration provisions.

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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