Democrats Oppose FMLA Changes

Posted on February 27, 2008 by Christopher McKinney

Democrats on Congressional Hill are voicing opposition to the proposed changes to the FMLA implementing regulations recently announced by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Senators Chris Dodd (D-CT) and Edward Kennedy (D-MA) recently expressed their concern that the proposed changes would discourage employees from exercising their right to take family and medical leave. Senator Dodd, the Subcommittee chairman and sponsor of the original FMLA, identified proposals allowing employers to require employers to provide medical recertification every six months and allowing employers to contact the employee's health care provider directly as areas of particular concern.

You can read more about the issue at The FMLA Blog.
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Texas Primary-Caucus Combo Explained

Posted on February 27, 2008 by Christopher McKinney

I seem to be queried almost daily these last few weeks about the intricacies of the Texas Primary/Caucus system. Believe me when I tell you that it is not something they cover in law school.

So to the rescue comes this NPR interview of Kenneth Molberg. Mr. Molberg is a friend who also is a member of the Texas State Democratic Executive Committee. He is also currently running for the bench in Dallas County.

Ken does a great job explaining both the mechanics and history of the so-called Texas Two-Step primary/caucus system. Give it a listen and, as we say in Texas: Vote Early and Often!

Hint: Click the "Listen Now" button at the top of the page.
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