Category Archives: Government
Myrick reacts to Saturday’s shooting in Arizona
They might be on different sides of the political spectrum, but Sue Myrick put aside ideological differences this week to show support for US Representative Gabrielle Giffords and others who were shot Saturday in Tucson, Arizona. “I am shocked and … Continue reading
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Myrick Votes To Cut Congressional Budget
US Representative Sue Myrick (NC-09) voted today for a 5 percent across the board cut in the operating budget of Congress itself, immediately saving American taxpayers $35 million. It amounts to a drop in the bucket, but the symbolism of … Continue reading
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Brawley to be sworn in next week in Matthews
Bill Brawley, the newly elected N.C. Representative for District 103 (which includes Mint Hill) will take the oath of office January 5th in Matthews. The event will be held at 7 pm at the Matthews Town Hall in the Commissioners … Continue reading
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Civitas Poll: North Carolinians support tax cuts
The Civitas Institute released a poll today showing North Carolinians are in favor of tax cuts to spur job growth by a large number. According to the live caller poll of 600 likely voters, 77 percent said they would support … Continue reading
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Myrick named Vice Chair of Energy and Commerce Committee
US Representative Sue Myrick (NC-09) was named the Vice Chair of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce for the 112th Congress. “I am honored to have been selected by my colleagues to serve in this position” Myrick said. “We … Continue reading
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Myrick: Health insurance mandate represents a loss of freedom
U.S. House Representative Sue Myrick released this video about the recent ruling by a Virginia judge who said the health coverage mandate in the new health care bill is unconstitutional. Other judges have ruled so far that it is constitutional, … Continue reading
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Myrick votes against the DREAM Act
Sue Myrick (N.C. 9) voted against the DREAM Act last night, citing loopholes that will lead to amnesty for illegal immigrants. Myrick is the U.S. Representative for the Charlotte area, including Mint Hill. “The DREAM Act is amnesty, plain and … Continue reading
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Myrick applauds DEA for banning synthetic marijuana
US Representative Sue Myrick (NC-09) today praised the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for their decision to make illegal the possession or sale of synthetic marijuana and the chemicals used to manufacture this substance. Earlier this month, Rep. Myrick wrote a … Continue reading
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Rep. Brawley accepting page applications for 2011 legislative session
Want to be apart of history? If you are between the ages of 15 and 19 and are in good standing at your school, you could be a page for Rep. Bill Brawley for the upcoming session of the state … Continue reading
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Is Brawley anti-government?
Bill Brawley is already making waves in North Carolina politics despite having been elected just a couple of weeks ago. On Sunday, he was quoted by a Charlotte Observer reporter in an article called “Lean Times: The New Normal.” “We … Continue reading
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Republicans take Raleigh; Now what?
It’s been a long time coming for Republicans in North Carolina. Tuesday marked the first time in a century that both the Senate and the House will have Republican majorities at the same time. (The Senate has been Democrat-controlled since … Continue reading
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Sue Myrick votes early at the South Park library
If you are Sue Myrick, this is about the highlight of the election season: Voting early at the library. That’s because barring a catastrophe, she will easily get reelected to represent the 9th District for Congress. Myrick is so confident … Continue reading
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Is the Mecklenburg County District Attorney the ‘top cop?’
This election marks the first time since 1975 that Peter Gilchrist will not be the District Attorney for Mecklenburg County. Instead, we have two candidates–Republican Andrew Murray and Democrat Michael Barnes–vying to be the next D.A. A debate between the … Continue reading
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