Southern Politics
June 29, 2009 -
The U.S. House of Representatives approved a landmark climate bill on Friday, passing the American Clean Energy and Security Act by a narrow 219-212 margin. The measure, which would set caps on greenhouse gas emissions and boost renewable energy and efficiency, now goes to the Senate. If the House vote is any indication, the legislation can be expected to face significant opposition from Senators hailing from the coal-dependent South.
June 24, 2009 -
South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford's abrupt and unannounced departure last week -- and conflicting stories given by family and staff about his whereabouts over Father's Day weekend -- have provoked a torrent of media speculation.
June 23, 2009 -
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June 22, 2009 -
This past March, Facing South was one of the first places to reveal that a widely-quoted study claiming the Employee Free Choice Act would lead to widespread unemployment was
June 19, 2009 -
Health care reform advocates are changing up their tactics this week as they target lawmakers, particularly ones in the South, who have been opposing President Barack Obama's proposal for a public insurance option.Health Care for Amer