Blog: Post on Politics posts on health reform Nov 16, 2009
Bill Nelson on Tuesday was one of five Dems to join all 10 Republicans on the Senate Finance Committee to vote against a proposal to create a government-run insurance plan to compete with private insurers ... Bill Nelson (D): (Reacting to pre-speech excerpts released by the White House) Im glad the president is proposing insurance exchanges that will help the nearly one-in-four Floridians who dont have or cannot get affordable health insurance ... Alex Sink; Bill Nelson; Charlie Crist;... (The Palm Beach Post)
A Great Pro-Life Victory Nov 9, 2009
The exceptions - Bill Nelson, Lincoln Davis - but they are very exceptional indeed. Look at Obama s non-Dems: Lugar, Hagel, Buckley, Kmiec, McClurkin, the Republicans round his Cabinet table, the reason why there was a Special Election in NY-23. (The American Conservative)
Dem moderates challenge Reid on health care plan... Oct 28, 2009
3:26 a.m. Wednesday, October 28, 2009. Democrats struggle to find unity on health plan. (The Drudge Report)
'Widow penalty' provision to end under new law Oct 22, 2009
The Rhinelander Daily News - Online news and information for the Rhinelander, Wisconsin region. By MARIA SANMINIATELLI. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
Analysis: Courting doctors in health care battle Oct 20, 2009
Analysis: Courting doctors in special interest war - National Politics - Fresnobee. Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Hidden Costs of Medicare Advantage Perks Oct 16, 2009
Their anxieties are leading to regional alliances among Democratic senators, such as Florida's Bill Nelson and New York's Charles E. Schumer, and GOP senators, including Arizona's Jon Kyl, whose states are home to disproportionately high numbers of Medicare Advantage beneficiaries. Federal subsidies to Medicare Advantage insurers vary based on location. (CBS News)
Democrats lead committee rejection of public option Oct 1, 2009
Bill Nelson of Florida, a former state insurance commissioner worried about its effect on the private insurance companies; and Sen. Tom Carper of Delaware, who shared those concerns. (San Francisco Chronicle)
If Obama is a dictator, how must he be stopped? Oct 1, 2009
That d be Bill Nelson not the cluker Ben Nelson. Bill Nelson is former insurance comissioner from Florida now in the Senate. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Senate panel twice rejects government insurance option Sep 30, 2009
Also opposed were Baucus and fellow Democrats Kent Conrad of North Dakota, Blanche Lincoln of Arkansas, Bill Nelson of Florida and Tom Carper of Delaware. Schumer backed an alternative approach that he said would introduce more competition into the insurance market nationwide. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
The notables who attended Senator Kennedy's funeral Aug 30, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Click to read:Kennedy Hailed as 'Greatest Legislator' Aug 30, 2009
my faithful servant". Your life was an inspiration to many. We thank you. by woeisme1 August 29, 2009 2:05 PM EDT So there you have it anti-Kennedy people from the right. Republicans and other people of all walks of life, in every station, praising Democrat Kennedy. One would think that would tell you something about the insidious remarks you have been posting about Kennedy, would'nt it? Like maybe it's okay to acknowledge Kennedy's greatness even if you're a republican? Like maybe you guys, are... (CBS News)
Sen. Nelson: Go slow on health-care reform Aug 26, 2009
Bill Nelson told a gathering of area business leaders and public officials Tuesday that he has urged the White House to take an "incremental approach" toward solving the national health care crisis, as opposed to "going for the whole ball of wax.". Attempting to push through a sweeping health care reform bill at this time likely would be doomed to failure, said Nelson, D-Fla. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Obama Backers Outspend Conservative Opponents Nearly Three to One on Healthcare Ads Aug 17, 2009
In a highly unusual move, the Democratic committee attacked senators from its own party Kent Conrad of North Dakota, Evan Bayh of Indiana, Bill Nelson of Florida, Mary L. Landrieu of Louisiana, Blanche Lincoln of Arkansas and Ben Nelson of Nebraska who have been skeptical of an overhaul or of the public option. The spot shows average voters with tales of woe who say its time for an overhaul. (Newsmax)
Letters to the editor Aug 17, 2009
And of course, Well Done, Bravo Zulu to Nat Pulsifer, 375th: chairman, and Bill Nelson, 375th treasurer. The Honorary Grand Marshal of the parade was a WW II Vet who is an outstanding citizen of Ipswich, Ben Collins. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Sands hid fate of Gulf War pilot lost since '91 Aug 3, 2009
3:41 a.m. Monday, August 3, 2009. The Associated Press. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Nev., Fla. officials protest federal 'blacklist' Jul 24, 2009
officials protest federal `blacklist. officials protest federal `blacklist':/n/a/2009/07/23/financial/f122433D20. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Pythons elude hunters Jul 22, 2009
Bill Nelson and others - that the Everglades' python population stands at 100,000 or more. Snake experts had told the assembled media the same thing last week at a news conference in western Broward County, just before they quickly captured a 9 1/2-foot python as the television cameras rolled. (The Palm Beach Post)
* Florida sanctions mass python hunt after toddler death Jul 22, 2009
Its just a matter of time before one of these snakes gets to a visitor in the Florida Everglades, said Bill Nelson, a Democratic senator from the state. Native to Africa and southeast Asia, pythons are interlopers to Florida and face no predator to keep them in check. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Your views: Letters to the editor Jul 14, 2009
Bill Nelson, D-Orlando, our United States representatives and even our state representatives were mentioned. But where is Florida Republican Sen. (Florida Today)
Steve Cahalan: Three Rivers Outdoors to expand Jul 12, 2009
We ll have that side open about Sept. 1, said Bill Nelson, who with his wife, Christin, has owned Three Rivers Outdoors since November 2005. The expansion will add about 5,000 square feet of space, increasing the store s size to about 11,000 square feet. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
John Kelly: Moon talk brings sky-high reader reaction Jun 30, 2009
Bill Nelson told the panel Ares is way out of the project NASA budgets, something's got to give. Any alternative beyond LEO (SpaceX Falcon-9, ULA Delta-IV) is going to be paper and PowerPoint at this stage. (Florida Today)
Ensign to Face the Music Jun 23, 2009
Embattled Republican Will Address Colleagues Today. By John Stanton and Jessica BradyRoll Call Staff June 23, 2009, 12 a.m.. (Roll Call)
Everglades swamped with invading pythons Jun 1, 2009
"They are estimating there are 150,000 of these snakes. They proliferate so quickly," said Florida Senator Bill Nelson, who accompanied Salazar on the airboat tour of the Everglades. "They've already found grown deer, they've found full sized bobcats inside them. It's just a matter of time before one gets the highly endangered Florida panther.". (Yahoo News)
Colham Ferry teachers, staff shine with rock 'n' roll talent May 27, 2009
From left, Bill Nelson, Matthew Lawing and Chance McConnell become pop stars for one evening in Oconee County ... Cher, alias Candi Barnette, and Sonny, alias Bill Nelson, sang ;I Got You Babe. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Fund-raisers will help two friends battle their diseases May 25, 2009
For more information about the benefit or how to make a donation if you are unable to attend but would like to help, call Bill Nelson at (414) 835-4474 or (414) 835-9550, or Ray Hintz at (414) 835-7770 or (414) 835-2205. Article Rating. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
City leaders ponder council chambers facelift May 19, 2009
In other business, the council will consider: * approving the contract with Bill Nelson Engineering Construction of Fresno for the Courtner/Douty storm drain main replacement for 561,800. approving the purchase of a 250 horse power deep well line shaft pump and a 10-inch column pipe for a city well in the amount of 72,460. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Weekend music scene May 8, 2009
Glen Ellen resident and drummer Bill Nelson describes the band's music as a mix of original contemporary rock and some classic rock covers. The band is currently recording songs for a CD to be released in fall of this year. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
NASA Still Waiting for Obama to Appoint New Chief Apr 8, 2009
Bill Nelson, a key voice on space issues, sought a candidate with more experience at the agency. The Swahili-spaeking Gration, who was raised by missionaries in Africa, was named instead on March 18 to be Obama's special envoy to Sudan. (Fox News)
Post on Politics Mar 30, 2009
Across Florida What's happening on other political blogs. The week in Tallahassee (in pictures). (The Palm Beach Post)
Senator's computers hacked Mar 24, 2009
calls the hackers who twice this month cracked into of two PC workstations used by three of his key staffers. No classified information was kept on the breached PCs, which were used by Nelson's foreign-policy aide, his deputy legislative director and a former NASA adviser. (USA Today -- Tech)
Blog: Reporter Scott MacFarlane, Covering Locke Confirmation Hearings Mar 19, 2009
Blog at 8:14 a.m.: Senator Bill Nelson, a Democrat from Florida, is rolling through Locke's huge portfolio, if he's confirmed. Census. (KIRO TV, WA)
Acting out in school Mar 6, 2009
Bill Nelson and Jim Hawkins are in charge of lighting. Rebecca Douglas of Corvallis, who is active in community theater at the Majestic, worked with the students on blocking, choreography and general presentation. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Stanford drew SEC attention, but only small fines Feb 20, 2009
Top recipients, the center said, included Senator Bill Nelson, Democrat of Florida, $45,900; and Senator John McCain, Republican of Arizona, $28,150. Campaign finance records also show that in 2008 Stanford gave at least $28,000 to committees controlled by Representative Charles Rangel, Democrat of New York. (International Herald Tribune -- Money Report)
'Love Changes Everything' Feb 19, 2009
Local artists Shelley and Davod Groenz, Angie Hughes, Ron McCutchan, KellyAutry-Webber, Adam Webber, Karen and Kevin Glover, Dorothy and Bill Nelson, Pam and Phil Kaufmann performed a number of songs during last weekend's "Love Changes Everything, More of Our Favorite Songs" at the Prairie Arts Center in Princeton. (BCR photo/Lyle Ganther). (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Gloria Estefan's salsa rings out at gala Feb 15, 2009
Bill Nelson; State Sen. Dave Aronberg; and the star of Univisions gossip show, El Gordo y la Flaca, Lili Estefan. (The Palm Beach Post)
Washington dishonesty Feb 12, 2009
Daniel Akaka, Jeff Bingaman, Thomas Carper, Christopher Dodd, Tom Harkins, Tim Johnson, Edward Kennedy, John Kerry, Herb Kohl, Frank Lautenberg, Bill Nelson, Jim Webb. Would you like fries with that STFU sandwich. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Obama to spruik for revised spending plan Feb 9, 2009
The deal with two Republican moderates, Susan Collins of Maine and Arlen Specter of Pennsylania, and a conservative Democrat, Bill Nelson, from Nebraska, needs to hold until a vote can be called. Senate Democratic leaders have signalled a procedural vote late today local time to clear its path. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
