Rep. James McGovern

Democrat  •  3rd District, Massachusetts  •  7th Term  •  Sworn In 1997
Current Term 2009 - 2010 View All
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11/14/09
House Democratic Leaders Mum on Afghanistan

CPC Members have largely backed policies in three bills filed by fellow liberal lawmakers: Rep. Jim mcgovern's (D-Mass.) proposal to create redeployment ...

Source: Roll Call (subscription)
11/13/09
Fordham Delegation in El Salvador to Commemorate Jesuit Martyrs

It is sponsoring two of the UCA events – a reception in honor of Congressman Jim McGovern (D-Ma.) and a breakfast for all US delegations. ...

Source: Fordham University
11/12/09
Now batting for the New York Yankees ... John Tierney

Congressman Jim McGovern of Worcester had the good sense to abstain. But not John "Big Apple" Tierney — and, to be fair here, most of the state delegation. ...

Source: The Salem News
11/10/09
Secretary Vilsack Joins Massachusetts Officials to Support Anti-Hunger Initiative

Vilsack was joined by Congressman Jim McGovern and Governor Deval Patrick as part of his efforts to draw attention to the issues of food insecurity and ...

Source: 7thSpace Interactive (press release)
11/09/09
RE: James McGovern

Congressman Jim McGovern called on all hospitals in the state to take on more responsibility when it comes to helping patients suffering from malnutrition. ...

Source: NECN
11/09/09
RE: James McGovern

"Getting the best possible bill that doesn't pass isn't legislation," said Rep. Jim McGovern (D., Mass.). A "yes" vote was in favor of the health bill. ...

Source: Philadelphia Inquirer
11/09/09
RE: James McGovern

"Getting the best possible bill that doesn't pass isn't legislation," said Rep. Jim mcgovern (D., Mass.). A "yes" vote was in favor of the health bill. ...

Source: Philadelphia Inquirer
11/09/09
RE: James McGovern

"Getting the best possible bill that doesn't pass isn't legislation," said Rep. Jim mcgovern (D., Mass.). A "yes" vote was in favor of the health bill. ...

Source: Philadelphia Inquirer
11/09/09
Health care reform faces new hurdles in Senate

...that probably will be required among Senate Democrats as well. "Getting the best possible bill that doesn't pass isn't legislation," said Rep. Jim McGovern, D-Mass., who opposed the abortion amendment but voted for the bill. "That's a therapy session.".

Source: Denver Post
11/09/09
Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin supporting the Roadmap to End Global Hunger

Representative Jim mcgovern of Massachusetts introduced the Roadmap bill earlier this year. Here is a list of members of the House of Representatives ...

Source: Examiner.com
11/09/09
SECRETARY VILSACK JOINS MASSACHUSETTS OFFICIALS TO SUPPORT ANTI-HUNGER INITIATIVE

Vilsack was joined by Congressman Jim mcgovern and Governor Deval Patrick as part of his efforts to draw attention to the issues of food insecurity and ...

Source: USDA.gov (press release)
11/09/09
RE: James McGovern

"Getting the best possible bill that doesn't pass isn't legislation," said Rep. Jim mcgovern (D., Mass.). A "yes" vote was in favor of the health bill. ...

Source: Philadelphia Inquirer
11/09/09
Take realistic view of health care bill

I would like to thank our US representatives Jim McGovern and Barney Frank for their historic support of the Affordable Health Care for America Act (HR ...

Source: Attleboro Sun Chronicle
11/09/09
RE: James McGovern

"Getting the best possible bill that doesn't pass isn't legislation," said Rep. Jim mcgovern (D., Mass.). A "yes" vote was in favor of the health bill. ...

Source: Philadelphia Inquirer
11/09/09
Tough fight in Senate awaits health care bill

...hard before voting for final passage. "Getting the best possible bill that doesn't pass isn't legislation," said Rep. Jim McGovern, D-Mass., who opposed the abortion amendment but voted for the bill. "That's a therapy session." jhook@tribune.com ...

11/08/09
RE: James McGovern

“There's always talk about this 'Irish mafia' running things but most people see Tim Murray and Jim McGovern as super dedicated public servants,” he said. ...

Source: Worcester Telegram
11/08/09
Joe O'Brien is team captain again

...council members because, frankly, they have the experience.” He said there are concerns about his close relationships with Mr. McGovern and Lt. Gov. Timothy P. Murray but said those worries are overblown. He said his access to the two powerful politic

11/08/09
Tough fight in Senate awaits health care bill

"Getting the best possible bill that doesn't pass isn't legislation," said Rep. Jim mcgovern, D-Mass., who opposed the abortion amendment but voted for the ...

Source: Chicago Tribune
11/08/09
Why We Need A Healthy Biotech Industry

Our own Congressman, Jim mcgovern, is among those who positively recognize the importance of a system designed to reward innovation. ...

Source: Worcester Business Journal
11/07/09
House votes for ban on abortion subsidies

"I really do think this is one of those Franklin Delano Roosevelt moments," said Jim McGovern (D-Mass.), who opposed the Stupak amendment but voted for the ...

Source: Los Angeles Times
11/07/09
RE: James McGovern

"I really do think this is one of those Franklin Delano Roosevelt moments," said Jim mcgovern (D-Mass.), who opposed the Stupak amendment but voted for the ...

Source: Los Angeles Times
11/07/09
The Final Push

...still vote for the bill, even if Rep. Bart Stupak's amendment passes. “If they have the votes, they have the votes,” shrugged Rep. Jim McGovern, a Massachusetts Democrat. “If they don't they don't. Either way, it won't change my vote on final pass

Source: Time Magazine
11/07/09
CNN - Anti-Abortion Dems Win Round

...activists on the panel argued the amendment goes too far. "I find this amendment very, very uncomfortable," said Rep. Jim McGovern, D-Massachusetts. "I foresee for poor women in America, a return to the dark ages," said Rep Alcee Hastings, D-Florida. Mo

11/07/09
Health Care Reform: The House's Final Push

“If they have the votes, they have the votes,” shrugged Rep. Jim mcgovern, a Massachusetts Democrat. “If they don't they don't. Either way, it won't change ...

Source: TIME
11/07/09
RE: James McGovern

“If they have the votes, they have the votes,” shrugged Rep. Jim mcgovern, a Massachusetts Democrat. “If they don't they don't. Either way, it won't change ...

Source: TIME
11/07/09
After Afghan vote, an awkward task for Obama

"By all accounts, the election was not only a setback, it was a joke," Representative Jim mcgovern said on public broadcaster PBS. ...

Source: Kuwait Times
11/06/09
RE: James McGovern

“I used to think that life was black or white, but the older I get the most gray it becomes,” liberal Rep. Jim mcgovern (D-Mass.) told the panelists. ...

Source: The Hill
11/05/09
House Adopts Know-Nothing Approach to Middle-East

... Arizona's Raul Grijalva, Californians Lynn Woolsey and Barbara Lee and Massachusetts' Jim McGovern, as well as Republicans Ron Paul of Texas, ...

Source: The Nation.
11/05/09
Delegated Legislation Committee - Scottish and Northern Ireland Banknote ...

Mr. Jim McGovern (Dundee, West) (Lab): I thank the Minister for giving way. If I may digress slightly, perhaps my hon. Friend the Member for Foyle and even ...

Source: DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)
11/04/09
RE: James McGovern

In the House of Representatives, Hunger Caucus Co-chairmen Jim McGovern, Massachusetts Democrat, and Jo Ann Emerson, Montana Republican, have introduced the ...

Source: Washington Times

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