December 2009
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By RonPaul.com on December 29, 2009
Last night on Larry King, Ron Paul called for an investigation into the causes of terrorism. He pointed out that America fell into Osama Bin Laden’s terrible trap: We are now involved in destructive wars that bankrupt our nation and drive hateful recruits straight into Al Qaeda’s hands. Unfortunately, the discussion went downhill from there [...]
Posted in Foreign Policy, Ron Paul's Interviews | Tagged Ben Stein, Larry King, Larry King Live, Osama Bin Laden, Terrorism, Yemen |
By RonPaul.com on December 28, 2009
Congressman Ron Paul gives his thoughts on Yemen, the attempted airline bombing, the motivations of Al Qaeda, the radicalization of the Middle East, and the destruction of our liberties under the guise of government provided “security.” Date: 12/28/2009 Transcript Ron Paul: Last week I mentioned in my little talk about the medical care legislation going [...]
Posted in Foreign Policy, Ron Paul's Video Updates | Tagged Al Qaeda, Bombing, Middle East, Terrorism, War, Yemen |
By RonPaul.com on December 28, 2009
Healthcare Reform is a Lump of Coal by Ron Paul Last week on Christmas Eve, after many backroom deals were made, the Senate passed the healthcare reform bill with a strictly partisan vote. I was pleased that my colleagues in the GOP are on the right side of this bill. Although this vote was a [...]
Posted in Health Care, Ron Paul's Writings | Tagged Healthcare Reform, Senate |
By RonPaul.com on December 22, 2009
As the health care reform battle rages, Ron Paul points out the need to also keep paying attention to developments in foreign policy and discusses recent events that could have long-term effects. Date of recording: 12/22/2009 Transcript Ron Paul: This past week the Senate has been working overtime, even throughout the weekend. And they’re very [...]
Posted in Foreign Policy, Ron Paul's Video Updates | Tagged Iran, Iraq, Propaganda, War |
By RonPaul.com on December 22, 2009
Iran Sanctions are Precursor to War by Ron Paul Last week the House overwhelmingly approved a measure to put a new round of sanctions on Iran. If this measure passes the Senate, the United States could no longer do business with anyone who sold refined petroleum products to Iran or helped them develop their ability [...]
Posted in Foreign Policy, Ron Paul's Writings | Tagged HR 2194, Iran, Isolationism, Sanctions, War |
By RonPaul.com on December 17, 2009
Show: Larry King Live Channel: CNN Date: 12/16/2009 Transcript Larry King: Good evening. The healthcare fight in Congress has stalled in the short run. Is it going anywhere in the long run? Joining us to debate the issue are two top members of the United States Congress. Barney Frank, Democrat from Massachusetts. He chairs the [...]
Posted in Health Care, Ron Paul's Interviews | Tagged Barney Frank, Ben Bernanke, Ben Stein, CNN, Larry King Live, Tanya Acker |
By RonPaul.com on December 16, 2009
Channel: Fox Business Date: 12/16/2009 Transcript Jenna Lee: We’re joined now by an outspoken citric of the Federal Reserve who has been calling for its audit. Republican Congressman Ron Paul of Texas is with us for his take on all of this. I have to first ask you about this Person of the Year choice. [...]
Posted in Federal Reserve, Ron Paul's Interviews | Tagged Audit the Fed, Ben Bernanke, Person of the Year, TIME Magazine |
By RonPaul.com on December 16, 2009
Show: Your World with Neil Cavuto Channel: Fox News Date: 12/16/2009 Transcript Neil Cavuto: Man oh man, a busy day for Ben. Time, Magazine picking the Fed head, Ben Bernanke, as person of the year. The Federal Reserve today deciding to leave interest rates at near 0%. My next guest is fed up with Bernanke [...]
Posted in Federal Reserve, Ron Paul's Interviews | Tagged Ben Bernanke, Fox News, Neil Cavuto, Person of the Year, TIME Magazine |
By RonPaul.com on December 16, 2009
Show: Morning Joe Channel: MSNBC Date: 12/16/2009 Transcript Joe Scarborough: If I could pick someone to follow up Rick Stingle’s person of the year, Ben Bernanke, seriously, it would be our next guest. Introduce him. Mika Brzezinsk: Republican representative from Texas and member of the Financial Services Committee, Congressman Paul joining us on the set [...]
Posted in Federal Reserve, Ron Paul's Interviews | Tagged Ben Bernanke, Morning Joe, MSNBC, Person of the Year, TIME |
By RonPaul.com on December 16, 2009
Endorsed by Ron Paul Ron Paul’s son Rand Paul is running for the U.S. Senate in Kentucky. His supporters have organized an online tea party and mass donation event (money bomb) for today. Check out Rand’s site at RandPaul2010.com, read about his positions, and donate! Every dollar counts. Your donation sends a powerful message to [...]
Posted in Rand Paul | Tagged money bomb, Rand Paul, Tea Party |
By RonPaul.com on December 15, 2009
Statement of Congressman Ron Paul United States House of Representatives Statement Opposing the Iran Refined Petroleum Sanctions Act December 15, 2009 I rise in strongest opposition to this new round of sanctions on Iran, which is another significant step toward a US war on that country. I find it shocking that legislation this serious and [...]
Posted in Foreign Policy, Ron Paul in Congress, Ron Paul's Speeches | Tagged HR 2194, Iran, Sanctions |
By RonPaul.com on December 15, 2009
Channel: RT Date of Interview: 12/9/2009 Transcript Dina Gusovsky: Obama administration officials, including General Stanley McChrystal and Ambassador Karl Eikenberry, are on Capitol Hill testifying, trying to convince lawmakers to accept and support Barack Obama’s Afghanistan strategy. But Congressman Ron Paul warns that these plans could result in a foreign policy disaster. He joins me [...]
Posted in Federal Reserve, Foreign Policy, Monetary Policy, Ron Paul's Interviews | Tagged Afghanistan, Audit the Fed, Competing Currenciew, Dollar, War |
By RonPaul.com on December 15, 2009
Congressman Ron Paul’s message of freedom, peace, and prosperity continues to garner unprecedented coverage. This morning, Ron Paul co-hosted CNBC’s Squawk Box from 8-9 am eastern. Watch the appearance below and support Ron Paul’s message of economic freedom!
Posted in Ron Paul's Interviews | Tagged CNBC, Squawk Box |
By RonPaul.com on December 15, 2009
The Fed’s Money Monopoly by Ron Paul Last week, in the name of protecting the little guy from Wall Street, the House passed HR 4173 to increase the little guy’s false sense of security in the financial system. This mammoth piece of legislation would massively increase government regulation and oversight in the banking industry under [...]
Posted in Ron Paul's Legislation, Ron Paul's Writings | Tagged Break the Monopoly, Free Competition in Currency Act, HR 4173, HR 4248 |
By RonPaul.com on December 10, 2009
Statement of Congressman Ron Paul United States House of Representatives Statement Introducing the Free Competition in Currency Act December 9, 2009 Madame Speaker, I rise to introduce the Free Competition in Currency Act of 2009 (HR 4248). Currency, or money, is what allows civilization to flourish. In the absence of money, barter is the name [...]
Posted in Federal Reserve | Tagged Break the Monopoly, Competing Currencies, Free Competition in Currency Act, HR 4248, Legal Tender |
By RonPaul.com on December 10, 2009
Show: Mike Church Show Host: Mike Church Date: 12/9/2009 Transcript Mike Church: And just as I promised, we have Congressman Ron Paul on the line with us, and we have him for enough time to ask certain questions about what’s going on today here today. Do you have a question for the congressman? 1-866-95-PATRIOT or [...]
Posted in Federal Reserve, Foreign Policy, Ron Paul's Interviews | Tagged Afghanistan, Constitution, Jury Nollufication, Mike Church, Pakistan, Secession, Social Security |
By RonPaul.com on December 10, 2009
Channel: Fox Business Host: Neil Cavuto Date: 12/9/2009 Transcript Neil Cavuto: Congressman Republican Ron Paul likens it to a spending bench that has got to stop, but won’t. Congressman, I’m just wondering – they’re just speeding it up, right? They’re actually revving it up. Ron Paul: It’s unbelievable, you know. I’ve conditioned myself, I’ve lived [...]
Posted in Economy, Ron Paul's Interviews | Tagged Fox Business, Neil Cavuto, Spending, Unemployment |