Last week I joined with my West Virginia colleagues Rep. Nick Rahall and Rep. Alan Mollohan in introducing legislation to suspend for two years action by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to regulate greenhouse gas emissions. A companion measure has been introduced in the U.S. Senate by Jay Rockefeller (D-WV). (more…)

Variety is the spice of life! It’s also the key to a powerful network. Business professionals who count on qualified referrals to build their business know the importance of meeting new people—not just any people, the “right” people. I’m not saying that there are “wrong” people; simply that there are people better suited than others to help you. (more…)

Growing up poor in a moral and cultural cesspool has its perks. Did I just use the plural? I meant to use the singular. The perk is, if you survive such an upbringing, you come out at the other end with stories. Yes, “stories.” That time, I meant to use the plural.
Remember how Mr. Rogers used to take you to Make-Believe Land? I’m escorting you to Make-It-Go-Away Land. There are no puppets where we’re going. If there were puppets, they’d all be carrying tiny foil spoons—for freebasing. (more…)

Last week, with my strong support, the U.S. House of Representatives approved H.R. 4626, the Health Insurance Industry Fair Competition Act, with a broad, bipartisan majority of 406 to 19. (more…)

Spring is almost here! The time is coming when flowers are blooming, baby animals are exploring the world with their mommies, the days are longer, the air is fresh, and it’s time to think about planting some seeds. This is the celebrated return of Spring, or Ostara, as it is celebrated in the Pagan community. (more…)

Today’s business world is all about gaining that competitive edge in your establishment while operating in a global economy. (more…)