The Emergency Campaign for America’s Priorities
A Progressives' Guide to the Federal Budget Battle
A fight over America's priorities is raging on Capitol Hill. In the weeks, Congress will vote on a budget that leaves low and middle income Americans out in the cold while giving huge tax cuts to the wealthiest citizens. (Current information predicts that a vote in the US House will take place on or about February 1st. The vote is referred to as Budget Reconciliation.)...
Capitol Days 2008
Check out the listing for Capitol Days. Get Involved!
Georgia's Working Families Need Your Support!
The Parent Protection Act (HB 901), has been introduced by Reps Bruce (D-Atlanta) and Kaiser (D-Atlanta) with bi-partisan support and assigned to the Industrial Relations Committee.
HB 901 would require employers to allow workers to take leave (up to 24 hours annually) to attend school conferences and medical appointments.
To view these bills, visit http://www.legis.ga.gov/
Talk it Up!
Call or email your House member with a simple message:
- Too many Georgia workers do not have flexible workplace policies that allow them to register a child for school, take them for legally required immunizations, or accompany an elderly parent to a medical appointment without fear of risking their job.
- HB 901 provides real support for family values by allowing workers to balance responsibilities at home and on the job.
- Employers benefit through a healthier, more productive and loyal workforce and by being able to schedule absences in advance.
To find the name and contact information for your Georgia House Member, go to http://www.vote-smart.org/. (Use the USPS look-up box for your full 11 digit zip code)
Go to http://www.gaworkingfamilies.org/ for updates on this campaign.
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Historic Speech on Hate Crimes Legislation
Rep. Dan Ponder's historic speech on the floor of the GA House of Representatives in favor of hate crimes legislation. Ponder, a South Georgia Republican and descendent of slave owners, delivered an impassioned attack on racism and bigotry. It is often referred to as one of the most influential speeches made before the Georgia House. Read his speech or listen to an audio clip.
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Are You A Victim Of A Predatory Lender? Are You At Risk of Foreclosure?
Predatory lending practices may include, but not limited to the following:
- Charging excessive interest rates not justified by the level of risk
- Charging excessive points and fees
- Packaging loans with credit insurance or club memberships
- Deceptively selling single premium credit insurance
- Charging extended prepayment penalties
- Misrepresenting the terms and conditions of loan
- Targeting high-coast loans to the elderly and low-income families
- and more…
If you feel as though you have been the victim of a predatory lender or at risk of foreclosure, the "Rescue Fund" (sponsored by NCRC — National Community Reinvestment Coalition, Washington DC, ncrc.org) may be able to assist you, if your situation falls within the parameters of the fund. There's NO COST to you! For more information call Marcia M. Watson, 770.210.1350, 678.478.7688 cell, 770.472.1313 fax. Call Today!
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