Sentences with phrase «liberal policy concerns»

A small, polite man with a mustache and slight stammer, Mr. Reichard speaks knowledgeably and passionately about key liberal policy concerns like campaign finance reform and global warming.

Since then, Cuomo has increasingly emphasized liberal policy concerns, pushing successfully for a $ 15 minimum wage phased in downstate, as well as a plan that provides free tuition to public colleges.

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The 1998 act passed because a remarkable coalition of Jews and Christians was prepared to do battle not only with the foreign policy mandarins but also with oldline liberal churches and secular human rights organizations who complained that concern for persecuted Christians is an instance of «special pleading.»

They have been much attacked for their attitudes during this period; my shelf has several books criticizing Americans, Christians, liberals and The Christian Century for being blind, or for having knowledge but no policy concerning the Jews.

This paper presents an approach to social and legal policy that would combine many concerns of both liberals and conservatives, that would work patiently toward long - range goals, that would embrace a dialogical notion of the common good, and that would seek to promote the general welfare by attending to the conditions under which individuals, families, and communities prosper.

Richard Mulcahy is concerned that by announcing their agricultural policies late in the the Federal election campaign, both Liberal and Labor might be putting primary industries second.

Mr Blair has taken the unusual step of briefing newspapers over his concern that the Liberal Democrats will get nowhere if they move to the left of Labour, adopt a policy of demanding higher taxes and become more critical of his party's efforts to tackle measures such as social exclusion.

From my point of view the main embarrassment has been and continues to be Liberal Democrat support for Osborne's economic policies: others may be concerned about other issues (support for the restructuring of the NHS, or the creation of «free» schools and extension of the academy programme, for example).

This recognised the fact that living costs are a greater financial concern than tuition fees for students and reflected Welsh Liberal Democrat policy.

Mr. McGrath is more concerned about New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, saying the liberal Democrat wants to saddle «hardworking Americans» with new taxes and impose left - wing policies on Long Island.

Speaking in advance of her party's Spring Conference in Cardiff, Kirsty Williams, leader of the Welsh Liberal Democrats, said the party has listened to the people of Wales» concerns, which is why its clear and concise policy platform will «put people first».

Audiences concerned that «Rendition» errs on the side of bleeding - heart liberals can take solace in the film's willingness to cast blame for the origin of «extraordinary rendition,» as part of U.S. government policy, on former President Clinton.

Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg is also expected to announce four other measures concerning educational policy, including the protection of spending per - pupil, a guarantee ensuring all teachers in state - funded schools will be qualified by September 2016, the establishing of a Royal College of Teachers and a National Leadership Institute to promote high quality leadership in schools in deprived areas.

It reveals itself as a liberal farce that is less concerned with liberation or justice and more concerned with not alienating those who perpetuate harmful ideologies and consequently harmful policies.

Policy prescriptions proposed by liberals stoke those concerns and provide fertile ground for anti-science @@@@ to flourish.

Terence Corcoran: Ontario Liberals» huge green energy about - face shows renewables aren't so doable after all Financial Post Terence Corcoran 28 September 2016 One should never underestimate the ability of politicians to convert massive policy failure into a dazzling display of green concern for the welfare of voters.

Legalize and Regulate Marijuana WHEREAS, despite almost a century of prohibition, millions of Canadians today regularly consume marijuana and other cannabis products; WHEREAS the failed prohibition of marijuana has exhausted countless billions of dollars spent on ineffective or incomplete enforcement and has resulted in unnecessarily dangerous and expensive congestion in our judicial system; WHEREAS various marijuana decriminalization or legalization policy prescriptions have been recommended by the 1969 - 72 Commission of Enquiry into the Non-Medical Use of Drugs, the 2002 Canadian Senate Special Committee on Illegal Drugs, and the 2002 House of Commons Special Committee on the Non-Medical Use of Drugs; WHEREAS the legal status quo for the criminal regulation of marijuana continues to endanger Canadians by generating significant resources for gang - related violent criminal activity and weapons smuggling — a reality which could be very easily confronted by the regulation and legitimization of Canada's marijuana industry; BE IT RESOLVED that a new Liberal government will legalize marijuana and ensure the regulation and taxation of its production, distribution, and use, while enacting strict penalties for illegal trafficking, illegal importation and exportation, and impaired driving; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a new Liberal government will invest significant resources in prevention and education programs designed to promote awareness of the health risks and consequences of marijuana use and dependency, especially amongst youth; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a new Liberal government will extend amnesty to all Canadians previously convicted of simple and minimal marijuana possession, and ensure the elimination of all criminal records related thereto; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a new Liberal government will work with the provinces and local governments of Canada on a coordinated regulatory approach to marijuana which maintains significant federal responsibility for marijuana control while respecting provincial health jurisdiction and particular regional concerns and practices.