I am not sure how I got this email, but this promises to be fun. The Republicans, in the interest of "transparency" are broadcasting the crocodile tear laden ceremonies and speech for Boehner tomorrow.
Go here tomorrow if you can, and let's be sure the Progressive voice is truly heard (after all, we're the majority they're ignoring!)
For us, this promises to be very annoying and trying, as we know the vast majority of this will be what the GOP is best at: half truths and out right lies. However, we need to acknowledge, this "transparency" gimmick is marketing gold right now in the current climate.
Side note: Broadcasting a speech is transparency? Hasn't Obama done that for a rather long time????)
And last - how much time will be wasted by Boehner's crocodile tears?
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January 4, 2011
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Republicans to Live Stream Opening Session of Congress on Facebook
Posted by Nick Schaper on January 4, 2011
Tomorrow House Republicans will live stream the opening session of the 112th Congress - including the swearing-in ceremony and remarks by Speaker-designate John Boehner (R-OH) - on the Pledge to America Facebook Page. The House will convene and the stream will go live at 12:00 p.m. ET.
This is the first time an opening session of Congress has been broadcast live on Facebook where visitors can interact and discuss the event with others, and offer feedback directly to elected representatives.
The new Republican majority has pledged to change the way Congress works – to lead by listening to and reflecting the will of the American people. Together with new rules demanding new levels of online disclosure and transparency (including requirements that all bills online at least three days before a vote and committees broadcast their hearings online), this event is another example of the new majority’s commitment to making Congress more open and accountable, and to finding new ways to connect with citizens online and off.
Bold - emphasis mine