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by lerichards |

Mar 01, 2008(4 months ago) |

Overall Rating: 5.0 |

Dear Sir: I is with honor I desire you to help me in eliminating my predicament.

I will not weary you in a lot of vague ideas and experiences, for they will offer nothing to give
action toward your investigating the area of my concern. My concern is coming from above,
namely Space Satellites. The Federal Government has placed in space, for National Security
reasons Space Stations to observe areas of our great country, thinking that our enemies may
attack us. Of course, some individuals within the Government, citizens too, believe any and all
means are necessary to protect and defend the citizens of this Great Nation, and I agree. The thing
is, these Satellites can and are being used for seeking out and disrupting citizens from their normal
everyday activities. Satellite technology doing harm to citizens is a dastardly thing within any
country when their technology becomes the controlling factor to those citizens living “the pursuit
of happiness” dream.
For me to comprehend its existence, Satellite Technology and its usage is as mysterious as
its ramifications on my life. The continuous effect of The Satellite Program has advanced my
interest; otherwise, I would have never become involved. The effects of Satellite bombardment
are unbroken in any and all my endeavors. The Satellite program has totally surrounded me,
controlling me, consequentially forging me outside my normal existence.
It is difficult to describe the effects and harm the U S Government is doing to my body.
My toenail has a tear; toes are discolored, small reddest mark on different part of my body. Laser
is being used more of late, due to it’s effectiveness in penetrating my surround barriers. There is
no end to the torturing I’m suffering. To say the least, I need something done, an immediately.
I’m hoping you may help me in this distressing matter.
As I understand, nearly a year of constant surveillance and harmful penetration, satellites
are operated by using a ground coordinator. A person who physically monitors, making contact
with me, following me by vehicle or coming close to my approxime while in stores, etc. The
spying while in my home is done with equipment in neighboring homes, surveillance of my every
move 24 hours a day.
Sincerely, Lawrence E Richards 352-585-5466
7272 Landsdale St.
Brooksville, Fl. 34601
law_richards@yahoo.com

by Anonymous |

Jun 12, 2008(about 1 month ago) |

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Overall Rating: 5.0 |

We are displeased with your NAY vote on H.R.5749. Please be aware that unemployed Republicans in ILLINOIS won't be voting for you or the other Republicans anymore, they will be voting for Democrats. The most upsetting idea you and your Republican Cohorts presented is that a person would be eligible for a year of unemployment benefits after working only a week! That is VERY misleading, it makes it seem like a person would be eligible for a large amount of money, when that is NOT the case. People need to know the truth. The truth is each state has eligibility requirements and stipulations for earning a certain amount in a certain period of time in order to be even eligible for any state benefits. The amount of the state benefit is only about 1/3 of your previously salary, and depends on the total amount earned while working during the look back period. Here in ILLINOIS you need to earn a minimum of $1600 in the look back period which consists of 4 quarters. Therefore a person who worked part time for one week and earned $1600 in that week would only be paid $50 a week for 26 weeks. Is $50 a full benefit to you? For this little amount of money, you and the other Republicans jeopardized this legislation, you are making millions of people continue to hurt and be desperate. We are not happy with you or the other Republicans, now your job is in jeopardy.

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Term Start	Term End	Role	State	Party
2007	2008	Representative	IL	Republican
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Committee Membership

Most Recent Sponsored Bills

Bill	Status	Last Action
H.Res.970 Expressing support for designation of June 30 as "National Corvette Day".	Voted on by House	Jun 26, 2008
H.R.3626 To provide for continued treatment for the reopening of certain facilities under the Medicare and Medicaid programs.	Introduced	Sep 20, 2007
H.Res.397 Condemning violence in Estonia and attacks on Estonia's embassies in 2007, and expressing solidarity with the Government and the people of Estonia.	Voted on by House	Jun 05, 2007

Recent Voting History

The votes below were taken by roll call, a voting procedure that records a vote from every Senator or Representative on the bill under consideration. This Member of Congress may have voted on other bills by the process known as "voice vote", but these votes are not recorded.

Bill	Voted
H.Res.1202 Supporting the goals and ideals of a National Guard Youth Challenge Day. On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree: H RES 1202 Supporting the goals and ideals of a National Guard Youth Challenge Day	Aye July 22, 2008
H.Res.1311 Expressing support for the designation of National GEAR UP Day. On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree: H RES 1311 Expressing support for the designation of National GEAR UP Day	Aye July 22, 2008
H.R.6493 To amend title 49, United States Code, to enhance aviation safety. On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended: H R 6493 Aviation Safety Enhancement Act of 2008	Aye July 22, 2008

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Least often votes with: Rep. Jesse Jackson [D, IL-2]
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Republican least often votes with: Rep. Wayne Gilchrest [R, MD-1]

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John Shimkus in the News

July 22, 2008 Shimkus addresses student leaders from Cambodia, Myanmar and Vietnam

... just food for thought for US Rep. John Shimkus, R-Collinsville. It also caused others at Southern Illinois University Carbondale's Faner Hall to wonder. ...