National Review. 5/6/2019, Vol. 71 Issue 8, p38-40. 3p.
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UNITED States. Congress, LEGISLATIVE power -- United States, EXECUTIVE power -- United States, UNITED States. Constitution, ROOSEVELT, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945, LEGISLATION, and UNITED States -- Politics government
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The author, a U.S. senator, argues that the U.S. Congress must stem the expansion of executive power within the U.S. government by reasserting and utilizing the legislative powers and responsibilities granted by the U.S. Constitution. He discusses former U.S. president Franklin Roosevelt's initiation of the administrative state. The article also discusses the U.S. legislation the National Emergencies Act (NEA).
UNITED States. Congress -- History, UNITED States. Congress -- Officials employees, UNITED States. Congress -- Powers duties, UNITED States. Congress -- Public opinion, UNITED States legislators, and UNITED States -- Politics government -- 2009-2017
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The article reflects upon the Congress in the U.S. as of 2016. Particular focus is given to issues in the legislative, executive and judicial branches of government in the U.S. Additional topics discussed include the presidency of Barack Obama, the Administrative Procedure Act and the author's observations on Constitutionalism.
National Review. 10/1/2018, Vol. 70 Issue 18, p27-29. 3p.
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UNITED States. Congress, UNITED States. Constitution, EXECUTIVE power -- United States, SEPARATION of powers -- United States, and UNITED States -- Politics government
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The article discusses the construction and function of the U.S. Congress as mandated by the U.S. Constitution, efforts to streamline its built-in inefficiencies and address questions concerning the concept of separation of powers, and whether the Constitution needs to be amended to address what is termed presidentialism, or the prominence of the executive branch.
National Review. 11/16/2020, Vol. 72 Issue 21, p16-18. 3p.
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UNITED States. Supreme Court, UNITED States. Congress, SELECTION appointment of U.S. Supreme Court justices, MASS media politics, and CAMERAS
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The author offers his views against the idea of putting cameras in the U.S. Supreme Court. He argues that having cameras and the media would merely encourage grandstanding, the same way it does in Congress. He discusses U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett's confirmation hearing to illustrate the corrosive power of filming people in Washington.
In April 1985, as required by Public Law 98-371, the NASA Advanced Technology Advisory Committee (ATAC) reported to Congress the results of its studies on advanced automation and robotics technology for use on Space Station Freedom. This material was documented in the initial report (NASA Technical Memorandum 87566). A further requirement of the law was that ATAC follow NASA's progress in this area and report to Congress semiannually. The report describes the progress made by Levels 1, 2 and 3 of the Office Space Station in developing and applying advanced automation and robotics technology. Emphasis has been placed upon the Space Station Freedom Program responses to specific recommendations made in ATAC Progress Report 11, the status of the Flight Telerobotic Servicer, and the status of the Advanced Development Program. In addition, an assessment is provided of the automation and robotics status of the Canadian Space Station Program.
In April 1985, as required by Public Law 98-371, the NASA Advanced Technology Advisory Committee (ATAC) reported to Congress the results of its studies on advanced automation and robotics technology for use on the Space Station Freedom. This material was documented in the initial report (NASA Technical Memorandum 87566). A further requirement of the law was that ATAC follow NASA's progress in this area and report to Congress semiannually. This report is the ninth in a series of progress updates and covers the period between February 24, 1989, and July 12, 1989. NASA has accepted the basic recommendation of ATAC for its Space Station Freedom efforts. ATAC and NASA agree that the thrust of Congress is to build an advanced automation and robotics technology base that will support an evolutionary Space Station program and serve as a highly visible stimulator, affecting the U.S. long-term economy. The work of NASA and the Freedom contractors, e.g., Work Packages, as well as the Flight Telerobotic Servicer is identified. Research in progress is also described and assessments of the advancement of automation and robotics technology on the Space Station Freedom are given.
National Review. 6/22/2020, Vol. 72 Issue 11, p4-12. 6p. 3 Color Photographs, 1 Illustration.
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BOUNDARY disputes, CHINA-India relations, NATIONAL security laws, INTERNATIONAL relations, UNITED States presidential election, 2020, and INCOME tax -- United States
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The article offers world news briefs as of June 2020. Topics include the announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump that the U.S. is withdrawing as World Health Organization (WHO) member, the Chinese government's aggressive action in its border dispute with India, the imposition by China's National People's Congress of a national security law on Hong Kong, and the promise of U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden not to raise taxes on households making less than 400,000 dollars.
National Review. 11/2/2020, Vol. 72 Issue 20, p23-25. 3p.
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GREEN New Deal (United States), CAMPAIGN issues, GREENHOUSE gas mitigation, CLIMATE change mitigation, BIDEN, Joseph R., 1942-, and ENVIRONMENTAL policy -- United States
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In the article, the author discusses the proposed Green New Deal, which aims to achieve net-zero green house gas (GHG) emissions in the U.S. between 2030-2050. He explains why even a Democratic-led Congress will not support the proposal. Also cited are the plan proposed by Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden to resolve the climate challenges, as well as the changes to be pursued under the deal like the technological features of the power-generation system.
National Review. 11/16/2020, Vol. 72 Issue 21, p4-10. 6p.
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SELECTION appointment of U.S. Supreme Court justices, UNITED States. Congress. Senate, UNITED Nations. General Assembly, GREAT Britain -- Foreign relations -- Japan, and FREE trade
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The article presents commentaries on various world events for the week of November 16, 2020. Topics covered include the Senate hearing and confirmation of Amy Coney Barrett as a U.S. Supreme Court Justice, the United Nations (UN) General Assembly's election of new members to the UN Human Rights Council, and a free-trade agreement signed by Great Britain with Japan, its first as an independent nation after leaving the European Union.
National Review. 2/6/1995, Vol. 47 Issue 2, p32-38. 4p. 1 Black and White Photograph.
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EXTERNAL debts, PUBLIC welfare -- United States, PUBLIC administration, LEGISLATIVE bills, GOVERNMENT policy, SOCIAL policy, TAX laws, UNITED States. Congress, and UNITED States
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This article deals with the changes in the social and economic policies proposed in the U.S. Congress in February 1995. Several reforms were suggested in the 104th Congress specifically the Contract With America proposal. The legislative bill aims to implement welfare reform in the country. One of the proposed reforms is the increase in the tax of U.S. citizens. However, the tax increase proposal was ruled by the members of the House even if the legislative bill can be helpful to the financial status of the U.S. government.
National Review. 4/20/2020, Vol. 72 Issue 7, p29-31. 3p. 1 Color Photograph.
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LEGISLATION, COVID-19, UNITED States. Congress, CORONAVIRUS diseases, EMERGENCY management, and PUBLIC health laws
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The article discusses the role of the U.S. Congress during a public-health crisis like the coronavirus disease as of April 2020. Also cited are the laws enacted by legislators to fight the disease like the measures to provide grants and public-health resources to treat patients, protect the workers, and provide payroll-tax credit to employers, and the public approval of the performance of Congress during the crisis.
National Review. 3/7/1956, Vol. 1 Issue 16, p9-13. 5p.
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CONSTITUTIONAL amendments, UNITED States presidential elections, UNITED States. Congress, LANGER, William, UNITED States legislators, and UNITED States
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Explains proposals now before the U.S. Congress for a constitutional amendment to reform the mode of electing a president of the U.S., as of March 1956. Background on the existing electoral system; Information on a proposal by Senator William Langer for a new mode of choosing a president; View of the author on how to ascertain the relative acceptability to the people of the U.S. of the several presidential candidates.
National Review. 5/22/2006, Vol. 58 Issue 9, p36-40. 4p.
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DECISION making, GAS prices, UNITED States. Congress, RUMSFELD, Donald, 1932-, CHENEY, Richard B., 1941-, BUSH, George W. (George Walker), 1946-, UNITED States political parties, and UNITED States
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This article discusses the panic of members within the United States Republican political party, which is due to the poor performance of their decision making offices. Political harm has been brought to the party through heightened gasoline prices, the lack of ability to use common sense in U.S. Congress, and the spectacle performances of Treasury Secretary John Snow, Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld, Vice President Dick Cheney, and U.S. President George W. Bush.
National Review. 11/24/1989, Vol. 41 Issue 22, p37-40. 4p. 1 Cartoon or Caricature.
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UNITED States -- Politics government, UNITED States. Congress, PRESIDENTS of the United States, PRACTICAL politics, CONSERVATISM, LIBERALISM, and UNITED States
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Studies the paradox in the United States of America's modern politics that elects a conservative President and a liberal Congress. Obstacles faced by Republicans seeking congressional seats; Democrats' strengths; Recommendations for Republicans seeking office in future elections.
In April 1985, as required by Public Law 98-371, the NASA Advanced Technology Advisory Committer (ATAC) reported to Congress the results of its studies on advanced automation and robotics technology for use on the space station. This material was documented in the initial report (NASA Technical Memorandum 87566). A further requirement of the Law was that ATAC follow NASA's progress in this area and report to Congress semiannually. This report is the third in a series of progress updates and covers the period between April 1, 1986 and September 30, 1986. NASA has accepted the basic recommendations of ATAC for its space station efforts. ATAC and NASA agree that the will of Congress is to build an advanced automation and robotics technology base that will support an evolutionary space station program and serve as a highly visible stimulater affecting the long-term U.S. economy. The progress report identifies the work of NASA and the space station study contractors, research in progress, and issues connected with the advancement of automation and robotics technology on the space station.
In April 1985, as required by Public Law 98-371, the NASA Advanced Technology Advisory Committee (ATAC) reported to Congress the results of its studies on advanced automation and robotics technology for use on the space station. This material was documented in the initial report (NASA Technical Memorandum 87566). A further requirement of the Law was that ATAC follow NASA's progress in this area and report to Congress semiannually. This report is the fifth in a series of progress updates and covers the period between 16 May 1987 and 30 September 1987. NASA has accepted the basic recommendations of ATAC for its space station efforts. ATAC and NASA agree that the mandate of Congress is that an advanced automation and robotics technology be built to support an evolutionary space station program and serve as a highly visible stimulator affecting the long-term U.S. economy.
In April 1985, as required by Public Law 98-371, the NASA Advanced Technology Advisory Committee (ATAC) reported to Congress the results of its studies on advanced automation and robotics technology for use on the space station. This material was documented in the initial report (NASA Technical Memorandum 87566). A further requirement of the Law was that ATAC follow NASA's progress in this area and report to Congress semiannually. This report is the fourth in a series of progress updates and covers the period October 1, 1986 to May 15, 1987. NASA has accepted the basic recommendations of ATAC for its space station efforts. ATAC and NASA agree that the will of Congress is to build an advanced automation and robotics technology base that will support an evolutionary space station program and serve as a highly visible stimulator affecting the long-term U.S. economy. The progress report identifies the work of NASA and the space station study contractors, research in progress, and issues connected with the advancement of automation and robotics technology on the space station.
National Review. 12/9/2019, Vol. 71 Issue 22, p17-20. 3p.
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CONSTITUTIONAL amendments (United States), EQUAL rights amendments, IMPEACHMENT of presidents, VOTING -- United States -- Law legislation, DEMOCRATS, TRUMP, Donald, 1946-, and CONFERENCES conventions
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The article focuses on official changes made in the U.S. concerning equal rights. Topics include the congress' "Equal Rights Amendment" that guarantee equal legal rights for all American citizens regardless of sex; the Congress' aim, which is not the president impeachment but to pass a trade bill, appropriations bills, and voting Rights Act; and U.S. President U.S. President Donald Trump's support for protectionist elements of the deal assist him to win votes from congress Democrats.
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