Roll Call peeks into the mind and office of new DNC chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz. The Obama administration hopes she, along with an increase in gay donors, will influence the President’s re-election in 2012. Newt Gingrich will make his official 2012 candidacy announcement this Wednesday. Meanwhile a new report says in 2010 that CEO’s pay increased by 11% and fights over the environment have been taking over the House and Courts, and a new study from Pew details how users read news online.
WAR ON VOTING UPDATE: Rock the Vote’s previous Deputy Field Directory talks the consequences of Rick Scott signing Florida’s restrictive voting legislation into law, just one of many states where voting rights are under attack: http://bit.ly/musyoF
CRUCIAL:
Debbie Wasserman Schultz talks tactics and her new position as DNC chairwoman http://bit.ly/jcaiNK
Florida Congresswoman, Debbie Wasserman Schultz, is the new chairwoman of the DNC. With her slightly acerbic tongue and advocacy for women, the Obama administration has high hopes for her role in re-electing the President in 2012.
The Syrian Army has Surrounded the Suburb of Damascus, Cutting Off Its Telephones and Electricity http://bbc.in/msEQ8o
The Syrian army has taken over Damascus, cutting off its resources in an effort to target individual protestors against the government.The death toll due to protests is around 800; however, the Syrian government has disallowed any reporters from entering the country making exact numbers uncertain.
CEOs’ Incomes Increased by 11% in 2010 http://on.wsj.com/kfbYrt
According to a Wall Street Journal study, the median value of salaries, bonuses, and long-term incentives increased by 11% for 350 major companies’ CEOs. Viacom Inc.’s CEO, Philippe P. Dauman, saw the biggest increase with his pay doubling to $84.3 million from 2009. Companies claim that the CEOs’ invaluable leadership caused them to have enough funds to grant CEOs their deserved pay.
Newt Gingrich May Announce 2012 Bid on Wednesday http://wapo.st/ixLBhO
Newt Gingrich has announced via Facebook and Twitter that he will speak on FOX News on Wednesday about his candidacy for 2012.
House Democrats and Republicans in a Messaging Battle Over Current High Gas Prices http://bit.ly/jcaiNK
With the summer driving season drawing close, House Democrats and Republicans are scrambling to come out on top regarding gas prices and – since they’re already at it – lowering unemployment with the creation of energy related jobs in the US.
A New Study Shows the Navigation Habits of Online News Readers http://bit.ly/kK4o3P
Rock the Vote’s previous Deputy Field Director on what’s wrong with FL House Bill 1355: http://bit.ly/musyoF
CULTURAL:
Top Ten Scariest Mogul Heirs: http://bit.ly/iHngsm
A Second Chance for Paula Abdul as Simon Cowell Gives her the Coveted Spot of X-Factor Judge: http://bit.ly/mqu4IY
Meredith Vieira Definitely Leaving Today Show: http://bit.ly/mJhNvb
Marg Helgenberger Says Justin Bieber Was a “Brat” on CSI set; Justin “Lamely” Responds: http://on.mtv.com/jYiSyf
Rep. Aaron Schock and his Abs Want Americans to Improve their Diet and Exercise Habits: http://bit.ly/jL14iJ
Whitney Houston Checks into Rehab: http://bit.ly/kKRRXb
Paul McCartney Engaged: http://huff.to/lmG3aW
