Oklahoma Political News Service » Rep. Dan Boren

Video: Cong. Boren on “Move Your Money” and too Big to Fail Institutions

Editor — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:00:57 +0000

Related: Quote of the Day: Boren: “If We Have a Tight Majority One Way or Another, That Puts Me in the Driver’s Seat”

Boren Sponsors “Native American Apology Resolution”

C. W. McBlackville — Mon, 11 May 2009 17:51:27 +0000

From Indian Country Today: “The U.S. government broke hundreds of treaties it made with Indian nations; these were government-to-government treaties ratified by the U.S. Senate,” Boren said. “The impact of many U.S. policies is the source of many of the social and economic disparities that tribes face today. It is time for our nation to face [...]

If CNG is the Answer, It Must be a Really Stupid Question!

C. W. McBlackville — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 13:06:07 +0000

Jim Kingsdale at SeekingAlpha.com reports, ” Two Congressmen, Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) and Dan Boren (D-OK) have introduced legislation to push NG into use for cars.” Does this option interest you? Convert your vehicle to run on compressed natural gas..at what cost? From Natural Gas Vehicles for America While NGVAmerica recommends that potential customers contact the appropriate [...]

Dan Boren, the Lone Democrat Speaking Up for the Troops

C. W. McBlackville — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 07:58:52 +0000

Oklahoma’s own Dan Boren is taking a stand for our men and women in uniform and overseas. He wants to make sure their votes are counted in November. THIS TIME we couldn’t agree more… By: Steve Gill, GillReport.com“If action is not taken immediately to guarantee that the voices of those serving us in uniform will be heard in [...]

Picture of the Day: Dan Boren: Famous Anti-Labor Incumbent

C. W. McBlackville — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 16:40:16 +0000

“While he voted against the Employee Free Choice Act and supports the Columbia Free Trade Agreement…” Hat tip: Conium Related: AP: Oklahoma Rep. Boren Says He’ll Back Obama After All

Cong. Boren: “Earmark Reform, What Earmark Reform?”

C. W. McBlackville — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:52:27 +0000

Danny Boy delivering the pork! While most politicians in Washington are running as fast as they can from earmarks, Congressman Boren doesn’t seem to have gotten the message yet. We’re all for the military and troop preparedness, but is this $35 million dollars in spending really justified? • $15 million for the Excalibur extended-range artillery [...]

Six Oklahoma Legislators Receive "Spirit of Enterprise Award"

Editor — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 13:00:00 +0000

U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe (R-OK) last week received the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s “Spirit of Enterprise Award” for his support of pro-growth legislation during the 110th Congress. Accepting the award, Inhofe said: I am honored to receive the ‘Spirit of Enterprise Award’ from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. This organization provides an invaluable service to businesses [...]

Tribes to the Feds: Yeah, we know you’re ’sorry’…

Editor — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 16:04:00 +0000

The Indian Healthcare Bill, called “morally bankrupt” by Senator Tom Coburn (R-OK), because of what he views as more empty promises to Native Americans, has passed the Senate, and is now in the House. It includes an official apology to the Native Americans, authored by Sam Brownback (R-KS) and supported by Representative Dan Boren [...]

Dan Boren Promotes ‘National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week’

Editor — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 16:20:00 +0000

The week of February 11th-15th has been designated, “National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week.” US Rep. Dan Boren (D-OK) tells the Muskogee Phoenix: At long last, it’s a new day for America’s veterans. For years the Department of Veterans Affairs’ budgets have barely, if at all, kept up with inflation. This year Congress has kept [...]

Rep. Boren a "Bush Dog?"

Editor — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 18:44:00 +0000

“I’m hearing more and more frequently a sense of rage with the Democratic leadership in Congress. From failing to stop the war to expanding Bush’s wiretapping authority, the swing vote of conservative Democrats in the House are forming an effective conservative majority that is enabling Bush to govern as he wishes.” “Bush’s Dogs” Jason Altmire, PA-04 John Barrow, [...]