BUSH-CONGRESS SHOWDOWN LOOMS... Nov 12, 2008
"The president did not suggest a quid pro quo" during his meeting with Obama, White House press secretary told reporters traveling with Bush for a Veterans' Day visit to the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum in New York ... "While the topic of Colombia came up, there was no quid pro quo in the conversation," Podesta said. (The Drudge Report)
PELOSI BACKS SPECIAL SESSION FOR 'AID'... Nov 12, 2008
"In no way did President Bush suggest that there was a quid pro quo," said Bush spokeswoman Dana Perino, noting the president's long support for Colombia and other trade deals. "He believes that they can and should pass on their own merits.". (The Drudge Report)
Obama and Bush differ on relief to automakers Nov 12, 2008
"In no way did the president suggest that there was a quid pro quo," said Dana Perino, the spokeswoman. But, she added, "he did talk about the merits of free trade.". (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Obama aides play down tensions with Bush Nov 12, 2008
"We just want to make sure that we let everybody know that the president did not suggest a quid pro quo, but he did talk about the merits of free trade," White House press secretary Dana Perino told reporters ... Podesta also said reports of a quid pro quo on the request for a stimulus package and auto industry help were not true. (International Herald Tribune)
No White House tension Nov 12, 2008
"The topic of Colombia came up. There was no quid pro quo in the conversation," Obama's transition co-chair John Podesta said in his first post-election news conference ... The Democratic leadership of the House of Representatives poured cold water on any talk of a possible quid pro quo. (iAfrica.com)
Big guns can wait, says Team Obama Nov 12, 2008
"The President did not suggest a quid pro quo," the White House press secretary, Dana Perino, said. The US House of Representatives will convene next week to vote on a plan to provide emergency cash to the nation's battered automobile industry, the Speaker, Nancy Pelosi, said on Tuesday, but a federal bail-out for Detroit faced an uphill battle in the Senate and an uncertain fate at the White House. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Obama, Bush deny economic policy bargain Nov 12, 2008
"The president does support free trade, but did not suggest a quid pro quo (with Obama)," White House spokeswoman Dana Perino said. "He did discuss the merits of free trade, but there was no linkage between Colombia free trade and a second stimulus package," she added. (Xinhuanet, China)
World leaders reach out to Obama team Nov 12, 2008
While they discussed the plight of the auto industry and the Colombia trade deal, "there was no quid pro quo," Podesta said. That sentiment was echoed by White House spokeswoman Dana Perino. (USA Today)
Obama's Meeting With Bush Spurs Bailout Talk Nov 12, 2008
"In no way did President Bush suggest that there was a quid pro quo when it came to Colombia free trade agreement or the other free trade agreements," said White House press secretary Dana Perino. "They both shared their ideas as to what could be done to help improve the economy. President Bush has long stood for the free trade agreements. He believes that they can and should pass on their merits. We are a country that should be open to foreign investment and also we should try to continue to... (ABC News)
Weimar faces prison time Nov 11, 2008
While that might not be exactly the same as a "quid pro quo" scheme with a sitting public official, "his actions and his ultimate goal were nevertheless the same," the prosecutor wrote. Weimar's lawyer argues that Weimar quickly accepted responsibility and that even a few months in prison would amount to real punishment. (Anchorage Daily News)
What Chicago Hopes To Get Out of Obama's Victory Nov 11, 2008
That doesn't necessarily mean a quid pro quo. But it may mean that Obama makes urban issues a priority, which will inevitably help Chicago. (Slate)
Obama's victory is historic, but now the real work begins Nov 11, 2008
edumacation wrote on Nov 10, 2008 1:43 PM:" to Lodian: Okay back to the spirit of cooperation. First I have a link for you to enjoy. Please watch all of it.Second, I never said that Obama was intrinsically evil. I try to be an Objectivist. It is the the "handlers" in both mainstream political parties that are dangerous. Even the Clintons with there "horsepower" of knowledge and intelligence allowed these malcontents to control them. I hope Obama can withstand the malignancy that is hidden in his... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Attempted bank robbery Nov 8, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Skip directly to: Search Box, , , Text Version. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Edit: System Reboot Nov 7, 2008
China, asked to help the IMF shore up troubled economies, wants more global say as a quid pro quo. The IMF is clearly a contentious choice. (India Times, India)
Was Starbucks'Coffee-for-VotesScheme Illegal? Nov 5, 2008
The federal ban against voting quid pro quo only applies to national ballots. Many states have similar rules on the books, but some are a bit more lenient. (Slate)
Strong dollar,stamina in doubt Nov 4, 2008
With this missing critical link in the global relationship, it is suspect whether foreign governments will be willing to significantly increase their holdings of US dollar debt, if there is not the quid pro quo of increased export receipts from further US consumer spending. Any meaningful pushback from foreign investors on buying additional US Treasury debt or US dollar denominated assets will imply either a steeper yield curve or monetization of new Treasury debt issuance. (Asia Times Online)
Emotional Journey Nov 2, 2008
Exhibits A, B and C of the sort of parts that might come to be known as Vera Farmiga roles: the conflicted police psychiatrist going under the covers with both Matt Damon and Leonardo DiCaprio in "The Departed," the struggling cocaine addict and mother in "Down to the Bone" and the healthy woman with an unnatural desire to be paralyzed in "Quid Pro Quo." Exhibit D comes in the new "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas," in which Farmiga plays Elsa, an ordinary housewife in 1940s Germany who slowly... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
The fate of Britain's small businesses is now political dynamite Nov 2, 2008
As Vince Cable, Liberal Democrat Treasury spokesman, said last week: "The whole point about this deal with the lenders was that there was supposed to be a quid pro quo. It's perf 00004000 ectly obvious now that the banks got the quids and there's no quo.". There are chinks of light. (Telegraph.co.uk)
MURRIETA: Ethics training opens eyes Oct 30, 2008
Regarding campaign contributions, current officials and even City Council candidates were warned of accepting contributions that might later be suspected of a quid pro quo exchange. "During the campaign season, promises are going to be problematic, (even) when there is no smoking gun," said attorney Priscilla Dugard. (North County Times)
Pay grab, slots come together in lawsuit Oct 25, 2008
That the plaintiffs claim to have first-hand testimony that a quid pro quo was proposed in regard to the gaming law and the pay grab troubles us, and such an allegation needs to be addressed definitively. Given the long tradition of log-rolling in the legislative process, we dont find it hard to believe that some kind of cross-branch deal was proposed by somebody. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Deluge of money out of institutions a 'disaster' Oct 25, 2008
Now that the banks are permitted the luxury of a AAA- Government guarantee on their wholesale funding alongside a guarantee on their depositor bases there must be some quid pro quo or the outrage will endure for years. If the Government is to favour one sector over others there must be an equitable arrangement made on fees and caps on executive salaries. (The Age, Australia -- Business)
McCain news more negative Oct 24, 2008
Saxby still flies Corporate Jet Air free on company owned planes in a familiar quid pro quo. It leaves when you want to leave. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
The Globe Round Table Oct 23, 2008
I think there's one thing that we did really fail to take into account in dealing with the leadership campaign rules and that is while there's a very significant quid pro quo for political parties in the restriction on contributions, both the limit and the non-availability of corporate or union donations that that quid pro quo being funding from the State. There is no equivalent for leadership candidates. (Globe and Mail)
Big Bear fact check Oct 23, 2008
She also noted that Willis has no part in what she called quid pro quo. During the Oct. 20 CSD board meeting, Barbara Espinoza asked how the firefighter pay raise request might affect the fire department. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Perpetual freezes redemptions Oct 23, 2008
The guarantee is turning out to be a disaster and if the banks are permitted the luxury of a AAA- Government guarantee on their wholesale funding alongside a guarantee on their depositor bases there must be some quid pro quo or the outrage will go on for years. If the Government is to favour one sector over others, there must be an equitable arrangement made on fees and caps on executive salaries. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Obama: Powell will have a role in adminstration Oct 21, 2008
capslock wrote on Oct 20, 2008 9:10 AM:" quid pro quo ". gkb32 wrote on Oct 20, 2008 9:36 AM:" Actually, this endorsement speaks volumes to this voter. I was a big fan of Colin Powell when he was part of W's cabinet. I wanted him to be McCain's running mate. I "was" planning on doing a write-in vote due to lack of a viable candidate. But now that Powell has gone across party lines and endorsed Obama, I think this might bridge the gap between the parties, albeit, a little. That's what this... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Ba'ath seeks showdown with Baghdad Oct 18, 2008
Their strategy in the past year was predicated on a quid pro quo arrangement. Sunni insurgents turned against al-Qaeda in Iraq and helped the coalition and the ISF drive it out of Anbar and Baghdad provinces. (Asia Times Online)
Where does campaign money come from? Oct 18, 2008
George Wilgers wrote on Oct 17, 2008 12:26 PM:" Is it just me, or does this create the appearance of a quid pro quo for Ruiz and Damon?Secondly, I'm not sure I would trust a local politician whose support appears to be mostly outside his district. ". Larry Frederick wrote on Oct 17, 2008 9:58 AM:" I worry when I see that the major contributors to many Santa Cruz County campaigns are mostly from people outside of the county and frequently looking to benefit financially from the elections. I hope... (Nogales International, AZ)
Witherspoon + Volcano = Hot! Hot! Hot! Oct 16, 2008
This shouldn't be a problem for Gilcrest, as long as he can make good with one little quid pro quo the gods demand: tossing a sacrifice into the erupting volcano. What's even more diabolical is that, somewhere along the way, Gilcrest runs into former flame, Traci (Witherspoon) and her family and has to deal with the one that got away as he goes on a journey of self-discovery on the island. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Water board discusses Desired Future Conditions Oct 16, 2008
Though his original appeal to rescind the board's Aug. 21 motion to approve a three-foot drawdown in the Upper Glen Rose Aquifer, Connors decided instead to reap a quid pro quo. "I'm beginning to see this as an opportunity to manage our water better than we have been," Connors said. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
Speaker Quinn Pledges Support Amid Suspicions Oct 13, 2008
"There have been no concessions, no quid pro quo or promises or anything of that nature from the mayor's office, or my office, on this matter," Quinn said. Quinn says she's backing the mayor because she believes voters should have the right to keep the current leadership during these tough economic times. (CBS 2, NY)
Quinn Supports Bloomberg's Bid To Extend Term Limits Oct 13, 2008
But Quinn said Bloomberg had promised no quid pro quo in return for her support, nor had she threatened council members with the loss of perks and committee chairmanships if they opposed Bloomberg's bill. Elected officials who oppose Bloomberg's plan said any change in the term-limit law should go before the voters, not be left up to the 51-member council. (WNBC.com, NY)
With dopes like Bush, Cheney, Obama and McCain, is it any wonder we're in this financial swamp? Oct 13, 2008
edumacation wrote on Oct 11, 2008 8:35 PM:" Our leaders are not "clueless", they know exactly what they are doing. Its called Quid Pro Quo. It seems that they all have their own price. ". Bob Hussein Loblaw wrote on Oct 11, 2008 5:12 PM:" I agree with safeway on this one. wtf -- your blogs are so long that most people just scroll right past them. Try to keep it short and sweet. ". (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Strange night in Rodanthe Oct 13, 2008
But I will admit that there was no coercion involved, no bribery nor promise of a quid pro quo. As with so many things in life, it just seemed like a good idea at the time. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
COLUMN: Blame game growing tired Oct 11, 2008
Turning the tables is quid pro quo in politics. When in doubt, or caught with a hand in the cookie jar, each party s standard reaction is to hurriedly point fingers elsewhere. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Not everyone at event a supporter Oct 8, 2008
"And some people feel that the school shouldn't be used for political purposes. My parents were of that belief, too, but they said it was my choice, so I chose to come. I would never be a poor sport when it comes to helping out the television station." O'Neill saw the relationship between the campaign and the students as a quid pro quo scenario. The event had a nearly full stadium because of the more than 1,500 Abington High School students. (Springfield Sun, PA)
China may hold key to calming the storm Oct 8, 2008
As a quid pro quo, researchers suggested, Beijing should press Washington to open U.S. markets wider to Chinese companies, take concrete steps to stabilize the dollar and help China wield more power in bodies like the International Monetary Fund. The global crisis has so far had little impact on China. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Evans-Pritchard: Germany takes hot seat as Europe falls into the abyss... Oct 6, 2008
Quid pro quo - print sterling, but who's printing trust. Yields fall, interest rates have to rise. (The Drudge Report)
TIME.com - Does God Want You To Be Rich? - The Religion Pages - Sponsored by Unitarian Universalists Oct 4, 2008
Hard-line Prosperity theology may always seem alien to those with enough money to imagine making more without engaging God in a kind of spiritual quid pro quo. And Osteen's version, while it abandons part of that magical thinking, may strike some as self-centered rather than God centered. (Time.com)
Iran fears nuclear witchhunt Oct 3, 2008
Hence the question: is there a discrete quid pro quo for the simultaneous announcements whereby the IAEA tags along with the United States' plan of action with regard to Iran, as long as Washington promises no military action, and then it is rewarded with Washington's and London's power of the purse ... The reason of raising the possibility of a quid pro quo is that the IAEA has recently flip-flopped over Iran's "outstanding issues", which were thought to have been put to rest in the agency's... (Asia Times Online)
National Socialist Party members plan Nov. 8 march in Jefferson City Oct 3, 2008
nospinzone wrote on Oct 2, 2008 8:53 PM:" byron will not accept any fact countering his by a liberal, they are nuts, stupid, whatever else you want to add, and by the way byron you have not hurt ny feelings, teflon don here , buddy, I'm just getting warmed up as Al Pacino would say . I presnted you facts on the supreme court, the national debt , your boy Reagan and his 1000 points of light quid pro quo Mr Bush , you still countered with it was the democrats fault or an out of context court, So,... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
SEC Vote Prohibits Mutual Funds From Directed Brokerage Sep 25, 2008
Responding to concerns expressed by trade groups, agency officials said that mutual fund companies could continue to use the same brokers both to sell their products and to execute trades on behalf of the funds, as long as the fund companies have policies to prevent quid pro quo deals. Separately, the commission voted 5 to 0 to approve a rule that will force mutual fund portfolio managers to disclose more information about their pay structures and how big their ownership stakes in the funds are. (Yahoo News -- Corporate Reform)
New Yorker: An election bailout Sep 23, 2008
If Congress goes along with Paulsons planand the early indications are that it willthe quid pro quo, at least for a time, will be more oversight of the financial industry and a witch hunt for the Wall Street chiefs who got us into this mess. The hunt has already begun. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Power sharing: DMK has never done it before Sep 23, 2008
By saying that Puducherry should also be taken into account in the case of power sharing, Karunandihi did appear to give an indication that he might not be averse for a quid pro quo. But Tamil Nadu and Puducherry are not the same. (Express Buzz)
Guest commentary: Living in a dogs world Sep 23, 2008
Guest commentary: Living in a dogs world - Cambridge, MA - Cambridge Chronicle & Cambridge TAB. Guest commentary: Living in a dogs world. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
If we bail them out, we own them Sep 23, 2008
Only with such a just quid pro quo is there any chance that the greed and mendacity that brought Lehman Brothers and the others down will not be repeated when the memories of these events no longer sear. Anything less will leave the perpetrators rewarded and leave the rest of us who are not Republican plutocrats with the dregs again the next time. (NJ.com -- Times)
The great bailout horse-trading game Sep 23, 2008
" But debt holders tend to resist government-ordered debt forgiveness for the very simple reason that a government bailout is a preferable solution, for them. As during the Great Depression and in many debt restructurings, it makes sense in the current contingency to mandate a partial debt forgiveness or a debt-for-equity swap in the financial sector. It has the benefit of being a well-tested strategy in the private sector and it leaves the taxpayers out of the picture. But if it is so simple,... (Salon)
Paul Krugman: Cash for trash Sep 22, 2008
"Clean," in this context, means a taxpayer-financed bailout with no strings attached - no quid pro quo on the part of those being bailed out. Why is that a good thing. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
Democrats decry 'humbling' Wall St. bailout Sep 22, 2008
But they insisted there must be a quid pro quo, including more direct aid to homeowners, stricter terms to ensure the government gets its money back and much tighter regulation of everything that happens on Wall Street, from executive salaries to lending practices. "This plan can't just be a plan for Wall Street, it has to be a plan for Main Street," Mr. Obama said as he campaigned in Charlotte, N.C. And he called Mr. Paulson's bailout a "concept with a staggering price tag, not a plan.". (Globe and Mail)
Bush seeks $700 billion for bailout Sep 21, 2008
Signaling what could erupt into a brutal fight with Democrats over add-on spending, Boehner said efforts to exploit this crisis for political leverage or partisan quid pro quo will only delay the economic stability that families, seniors and small businesses deserve. . (MSNBC -- Race)
$700 Billion Bailout Sep 21, 2008
" Asked about the chances of adding such items, Bush sidestepped the question, saying only that now was not the time for political posturing. "The cleaner the better," he said about legislation he hopes Congress sends back to him at the White House. Signaling what could erupt into a brutal fight with Democrats over add-on spending, House Minority Leader John Boehner said "efforts to exploit this crisis for political leverage or partisan quid pro quo will only delay the economic stability that... (Fox News)
Paulson Plan May Spark Showdown Between Democrats, Republicans Sep 21, 2008
Efforts to exploit this crisis for political leverage or partisan quid pro quo will only delay the economic stability that families, seniors, and small businesses deserve,'' Boehner said. I hope we all can agree that we should keep any legislation as straightforward as possible while doing everything we can to protect American taxpayers. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Treasury, Fed heads have plan to buy debts Sep 20, 2008
"Now is not the time to seek political leverage or a quid pro quo," Reps. John Boehner of Ohio and Roy Blunt of Missouri, the top two House Republicans, said in a statement. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
You and the Law: Call it legal extortion Sep 20, 2008
I should have defended myself," he told me. Call it "Buyers Remorse," or, more correctly, in this case, the reaction of an innocent man."If he doesn't give me days, I'll claim sexual harassment"Nick runs a popular restaurant near San Francisco which serves the best artery-clogging southern style breakfasts and fried chicken this side of Bowling Green, Kentucky, which is where he learned his trade as a cook more than 40 years ago.June had worked for Nick as an evening waitress for three months... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Canada's Highest Court Denies Opponents' Appeal on Commercial Paper Plan Sep 20, 2008
The releases, in effect, are part of a quid pro quo. . (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Bush Seeks Broader Power For Bank Crisis Sep 19, 2008
"Now is not the time to seek political leverage or a quid pro quo," said Reps. John A. Boehner of Ohio and Roy Blunt of Missouri, the top two House Republicans, in a statement. (CBS News -- Iraq)
Details on US weighing plans to ease financial crisis Sep 19, 2008
"Now is not the time to seek political leverage or a quid pro quo,'' said Reps. John A. Boehner of Ohio and Roy Blunt of Missouri, the top two House Republicans, in a statement. - AP Earlier report WASHINGTON: The U.S. government is weighing several options to ease Wall Street's worst financial crisis in decades, according to a person with knowledge of the talks. But taking over banks' bad debt, an idea that rallied the stock market on Thursday, is no certainty. Stocks surged late in the... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
'HUMBOLDT COUNTY' Makes its Debut as a Sneak Preview Film on HDNet Movies Sep 18, 2008
Other featured films include "Cashback," written and produced by Sean Ellis, "Broken English," from Zoe Cassavetes, starring Gena Rowlands, Parker Posey, Drea de Matteo and Griffin Dunne, the critically acclaimed "Redacted" directed by Brian De Palma, "Flawless," starring Michael Caine and Demi Moore, "Quid Pro Quo," starring Nick Stahl and Vera Farmiga, "Finding Amanda," starring Matthew Broderick and Brittany Snow and most recently "Red," starring Brian Cox. Upcoming Sneak Previews include... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Hate the boyfriend/girlfriend? What do you do about it? Sep 17, 2008
It was never stated as a quid pro quo, Dad just had greater need for his vehicle when he didn t approve of your choice. That sort of thing. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Socialism cloaked under other names Sep 14, 2008
Quid pro quo you scratch my back I ll scratch yours became the saying of the day. Thus, the 16th Amendment ushered in more unscrupulous corruption than any other single action since the signing of the Constitution. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
La Crescent talks about urban planning for the future Sep 14, 2008
Big Spender wrote on Sep 14, 2008 3:07 AM:" A Big Spender Dictionary entry:Urban planning, n.1. take property from ordinary people, then give it to rich people. See quid pro quo.2. steal private Patros Causeway land from rightful owners and hand it to your rich friends and cronies. See quid pro quo. ". PLEASE NOTE: Comments on stories that frequently update through the day disappear with each update. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Stevens loses bid to throw his case out of court Sep 12, 2008
One of Stevens' other attorneys, Robert Cary, argued that prosecutors were trying to "stink up the courtroom" with allegations of bribery when there is no evidence of a quid pro quo. In fact, Stevens was just doing his job by being responsive to an Alaska-based company that employed many state residents, Cary argued. (Anchorage Daily News)
Business • Attorney discusses culture in workplace Sep 11, 2008
The first is quid pro quo, or "something for something," which could occur when a boss makes a sexual threat in order for an employee to keep his or her job. Also, a hostile work environment is against a person's rights, Mr. Martin said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Freddie, Fannie Were Big Campaign Donors Sep 11, 2008
Regarding the donations, Nick Simpson, press secretary for Blunt, said: "It's not a quid pro quo. In fact, Blunt voted against the housing bailout and GSE reform, proposals which Fannie and Freddie supported.". Among the Senate leadership, Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev. (Investors Business Daily)
Feinstein offer still on table Sep 6, 2008
Bribery wrote on Sep 5, 2008 3:30 PM:" Could this be considered BRIBERY, I mean at least quid pro quo? Westerly has a history devoid of this person, Feinstein, I think that we should honor Westerly's history by not naming public buildings after people for the sake of the almighty dollar. Tell Feinstein, WESTERLY CANNOT BE BOUGHT, not by him, not by Royce, not by anyone! ". Jack wrote on Sep 5, 2008 2:26 PM:" This town has some notable philanthropic residents that have donated significantly more... (Westerly Sun, RI)
