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Take a Stand: Consumer financial regulator
Tell Congress your thoughts on the proposed consumer financial services regulator in a Senate bill.
Roundup: Obama moves on immigration
The President told immigration advocates that a bipartisan bill would be in the works by a March 21 protest.
Funny ads make political points
MTV star Heidi Montag stars in a Funny or Die video for the consumer finance protection agency.
House considers Citizens United bills
Lawmakers are debating whether to curb a Supreme Court ruling by requiring a vote on corporate political spending.
Roundup: Tea Party may divide votes
The conservative grassroots movement that Republicans hope will help them in midterm elections could also hurt them.
Roundup: Bishops influence health care
Catholic bishops have been an influential voice on abortion, a divisive issue reemerging in the health care debate.
Action alerts from advocacy organizations
Soapbox alerts from the Congress.org community
Recent Headlines
Obama skirts anti-war ire
Hundreds rallied against the Iraq and Afghanistan wars Saturday, but many stopped short of criticizing President Obama.
D.C. Decoder: Obama at Bat
In this episode, veteran Washington reporter Craig Crawford does a play-by-play on President Obama's arm twisting of Rep. Dennis Kucinich.
Activists grin and bear it
The Alaska Wilderness League has become known around Washington for showing up at protests and Congressional hearings in animal costumes.
Alerts from Groups and Organizations
ALL School Children Deserve A Lunch
by American Celiac Disease Alliance on March 16
Bleeding Disorders Bill Introduced in Congress
by Hemophilia Federation of America on March 17
Support Historic Student Loan Reform and Pell Increase
by The Institute for College Access & Success on March 18
Flexible Spending Accounts: A Valuable Benefit
by Save Flexible Spending Plans on March 18
Support a national solar rebate program!
by Solar Energy Industries Association on March 17