motherjones:
thirdwaythinktank:
New chart from Tax Policy Center.
shortformblog:
Obama vs. Romney on tax rates: As you can see, rates are largely the same—except for the nation’s richest and poorest. The poor would pay almost twice as much in taxes under Romney’s plan; meanwhile, the very richest in the country would be forced to cough up about 10% more of their income under Obama. The net effect? In short, Romney’s plan would reduce federal revenues to about 17% of GDP—down .9% from where they are now. Obama’s budget would raise revenues 19.2%, with most of that money coming from those making over $250,000 a year (Graphic and data courtesy of The Washington Post / Tax Policy Center).
Just so we’re clear:
If you’re in the lower 60 percent, your taxes will be lower under Obama than under Romney.
If you’re in the lower 90 percent, your taxes will be lower or roughly the same under Obama.
If you’re in the top 10 percent, Romney got yer back.
I registered to vote today due to a little prompting from GOOD. It was about time anyway since I’m starting to actually have an opinion about politics. There are certain issues that happen to be important to me - namely equal rights (particularly gay marriage), health care (birth control and the right for women to be pro-choice) and education - that certain candidates are being jerks about and I am not about to see any of them in office if I can help it. For the first time I’m actually looking forward to voting in November. Until then: Obama, will you be my Valentine?
(via barackobama)
It’s discouraging and disappointing that this organization refuses to continue funding cancer screenings for women. People’s heath is at stake, yet the “pro-life” organization refuses to see all the good Planned Parenthood does underneath the controversy.
If this bothers you too, please feel free to sign this petition.
As we mark the 39th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we must remember that this Supreme Court decision not only protects a woman’s health and reproductive freedom, but also affirms a broader principle: that government should not intrude on private family matters. I remain committed to protecting a woman’s right to choose and this fundamental constitutional right. While this is a sensitive and often divisive issue—no matter what our views, we must stay united in our determination to prevent unintended pregnancies, support pregnant woman and mothers, reduce the need for abortion, encourage healthy relationships, and promote adoption. And as we remember this historic anniversary, we must also continue our efforts to ensure that our daughters have the same rights, freedoms, and opportunities as our sons to fulfill their dreams.
President Obama’s statement on the 39th anniversary of Roe v. Wade
One reason I love Obama. The right to make our own decisions is far too important to take away.
(via barackobama)
My dear friend Megan Gafford is an incredible artist and a brilliant woman. I especially like the painting she did of me. No, I’m not biased.
Her solo exhibition opens September 1 at the UNO gallery on the Lakefront campus. I highly recommend it - I photographed her paintings and they are massive and truly breathtaking in person.
