Tagged: President Obama

10:22am

Sat July 7, 2012
Politics and Government

Weekly political addresses feature local congresswoman

Every week, President Barack Obama and a designated Republican office-holder deliver a weekly address to the American public.

This week, central New York Congresswoman Ann Marie Buerkle was chosen to give the Republican's address.

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11:43pm

Tue July 3, 2012
Regional Coverage

Fort Drum soldier becomes U.S. citizen at White House ceremony

It's a national tradition for naturalization ceremonies for new U.S. citizens to be performed on Independence Day. This year,  a Fort Drum soldier participated in a ceremony at the White House on July 4.

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10:19am

Fri June 29, 2012
Politics and Government

The Affordable Care Act: Reaction from New York politicians and healthcare professionals

Credit Karen Dewitt / NYS Public Radio

New York’s politicians and major health care providers are largely applauding the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold President Barack Obama’s health care law.  Meanwhile, an Albany Law School expert says Chief Justice John Roberts may have been concerned about his legacy, and that was a factor in his decision.

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4:20pm

Thu June 28, 2012
Politics and Government

Local doctors react to the Affordable Care Act decision

Credit Ellen Abbott / WRVO

Doctors in central New York are reacting to the Supreme Court decision to uphold the Affordable Care Act. They are generally pleased with the decision -- although there are some concerns.

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