Vote on NLRB nominee first test of GOP's new power

2/9 10:29:12 AM

WASHINGTON — The Republicans' first test of their new Senate clout could come in a vote to block President Barack Obama's choice of a union attorney for a seat on the National Labor Relations Board....
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Alabama senator releases holds on Obama nominees

2/9 10:27:57 AM

WASHINGTON — Republican Sen. Richard Shelby of Alabama will stop blocking Senate confirmation of about 70 government appointees nominated by President Barack Obama, his office said....
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Obama: Murtha 'tough-as-nails' leader

2/9 10:31:05 AM

WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says he was saddened to hear of the death of Rep. John Murtha and called his fellow Democrat a steadfast advocate for the people of Pennsylvania for nearly 40 years. Obama on Monday called Murtha a devoted husband and a loving father who had a "tough-as-nails" reputation. The president says Murtha's passion for service was born during his military career and carried over to his congressional service....
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