Open Congress : News Articles for Sen. Maria Cantwell [D, WA]

Cantwell touts energy independence

2008-08-27T00:00:00Z

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Sen. Maria Cantwell of Washington state says that after eight years of an oil man in the White House, it's time for a president who is committed to renewable energy. In a speech delivered Tuesday night to the Democratic National

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Cantwell touts energy independence

2008-08-27T00:00:00Z

Senate women provide checklist for change

2008-08-27T00:00:00Z

Eight female U.S. senators offered a to-do list Tuesday, ranging from disaster preparedness to protecting the checkbook, for the next president to tackle. We, the Democratic women in the Senate are a force for women, families and change, Sen. Barbara

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CongressNow: Possibilities Abound for Obama Cabinet

2008-08-26T00:00:00Z

With Democrats having been out of the White House for eight years, there is no shortage of Cabinet-ready personnel for a President Barack Obama to choose from. Here are some names being floated for domestic Cabinet appointments. National security and

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Letters to the editor for Aug. 24

2008-08-24T00:00:00Z

U.S. about to win the war in Iraq Isn't it great! Contrary to most Democrats, the U.S./Iraqi coalition forces are about to win the war on terrorism in Iraq. Now our fantastic military will concentrate on Afghanistan and also accomplish the

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State lawmakers support Boeing's request on bid

2008-08-23T00:00:00Z

WASHINGTON — Washington state lawmakers are backing a bid by Boeing for more time to bid on a $40 billion contract to build aerial-refueling tankers for the Air Force. Boeing said Friday it is considering bailing out of the politically charged

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Boeing's allies push for delay on tanker

2008-08-23T00:00:00Z

Published: Saturday, August 23, 2008 WASHINGTON -- Washington state lawmakers are backing a bid by Boeing Co. for more time to bid on a $35 billion contract to build aerial refueling tankers for the Air

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Frank Beckmann: End of oil means heavier cars, no computers and other items

2008-08-22T00:00:00Z

Welcome to a brave new world, one Democratic presidential contender Barack Obama outlined recently in a Michigan speech on his proposed energy policy. Obama called for an "end to the age of oil" while declaring a goal of producing one million electric-

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Washington lawmakers back delay in tanker deal

2008-08-22T00:00:00Z

Sen. Maria Cantwell says more time should be given to guarantee that all the bidders can provide the Air Force with the best possible options. ...

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Frank Beckmann

2008-08-21T00:00:00Z

Obama's quest to end oil use is backed by Democratic colleagues like Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., who recently said, "We definitely want to move beyond ...

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NaFFAA National Empowerment Conference in September

2008-08-19T00:00:00Z

Other invited guests are Senator Maria Cantwell, Washington State Governor Christine Gregoire, King County Executive Ron Sims, and Seattle Mayor Greg ...

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Uncle Ted's favorite Democrat

2008-08-19T00:00:00Z

"Senators Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell, together with Congressman Norm Dicks, will be welcoming him to say thank youfor his many achievements to our ...

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Rossi to NPR: I won't show

2008-08-15T00:00:00Z

Gregoire has said she is ready to debate five times, compared to Sen. Maria Cantwell's agreement to just two debates against McGavick two years ago. ...

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FTC plan combats deception over oil

2008-08-15T00:00:00Z

The commission said it may adopt a rule by the end of the year. Sen. Maria Cantwell, Washington Democrat, welcomed the proposal. "Today's out-of-control ...

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Cantwell's payback

2008-08-15T00:00:00Z

Itâ€™s no surprise that Maria Cantwell, Democratic senator from the state of Washington, is hosting a fundraiser for Anchorage Mayor Mark Begich. ...

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Rules target petro price manipulation

2008-08-14T00:00:00Z

The Federal Trade Commission proposed new rules that would levy stiff fines for manipulation in the petroleum markets. The plan seeks to deter "fraudulent or deceptive conduct," including false reporting or misleading announcements by refineries,

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Sheriff Calls Flood Air Rescue Too Slow

2008-08-14T00:00:00Z

Murray said she and US Sen. Maria Cantwell included the funding in a supplemental appropriations bill that has yet to make it through the House and Senate ...

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Democrats plan annual picnic Aug. 17

2008-08-14T00:00:00Z

Chris Endresen state campaign director for US Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., and the state coordinator for US Sen. Barack Obamaâ€™s campaign for president will ...

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As Donors, Lobbyists Often Favor One Party

2008-08-13T00:00:00Z

Senator Maria Cantwell of Washington was the only Democrat who received money from Mr. Rogers. He said Michael Meehan, a member of his firm, â€œmade me giveâ€ ...

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FTC rule would put and end to falsifying oil information

2008-08-13T00:00:00Z

Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., who had championed the legislative language to give the FTC that expanded power, applauded the proposed rule Wednesday. ...

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