Congressman John Flemming conducted a town hall meeting Thursday afternoon at the Natchitoches Events center as part of the America Speaking Out campaign. "America Speaking Out is an official effort of the House Republican Conference to engage Americans across the country and give them a voice in creating a new governing agenda for Congress." At the forum, Fleming with a group of community members comprised a list of issues most important to the people. Topping the list was government deficit spending, followed by health care, immigration, homeland security, and jobs in that order. Fleming said in other town hall meetings and in polls, these same issues top the list of what's important to Americans. Voters were able to voice concerns pertaining to specific topics and offer ways to resolve the issues. Congressman Fleming hopes these town hall meeting will set the agenda in Washington based on citizen concerns. Americans can speak out in person or online at
americaspeakingout.com.
The wait is finally over! It's official; LeBron James is leaving Cleveland to join Dewayne Wade and Chris Bosh in Miami to play for the Heat. James made the announcement last night from the Boys & Girls Club in Connecticut in a one-hour special aired on ESPN. Fans in Miami rejoiced, while Cleveland fans lashed out in disappointment by burning his #23 jersey in the street. The Cavs owner went so far as to release a letter to Cleveland fans calling James narcissistic and selfish even declaring that James was cursed and would take that curse with him where ever he went. James on the other hand said he made that decision that was best for him and had the support of friends and family--most notably his mother. The 2.5 million dollars raised from last night's special will be donated to the Boys and Girls Clubs of America.
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