-- Randy’s Roundup --

A Weekly Newsletter from Congressman Randy Neugebauer

August 9, 2010

Mark Your Calendar: Levelland, Brownfield, and Graham Town Hall Meetings Next Week

Throughout August, I will be hosting a series of town hall meetings across the 19th Congressional District. I invite you to join me and share your ideas for getting our nation back on track.

MONDAY, AUGUST 16
3:00PM
Levelland
South Plains College
Sundown Room in Student Center
1401 College Avenue

THURSDAY, AUGUST 19
10:30AM
Brownfield
Brownfield Middle School Auditorium  
1001 East Broadway

FRIDAY, AUGUST 20
2:00PM
Graham
American Legion Building
609 Elm Street

For a complete list of Town Hall dates, please click here.    

Justice Kagan’s Supreme Court Confirmation

Last week, the Senate voted 63-37 to confirm Elena Kagan as the 112th justice and fourth woman to serve on the United States Supreme Court. While I do not doubt Kagan’s knowledge of the law, I am greatly concerned with her lack of experience on the bench and previous statements that suggest her ideological views may influence her objectivity.  

Like many of you, I believe judges must abide by the Constitution and the separation of powers. With many significant issues slated to come before the Supreme Court, I urge Kagan to perform her new role in accordance with the Constitution. We don’t need legislators on the Supreme Court.

Welcoming New Washington Staff

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce you to two new members of my staff in the Washington, D.C. office. My staff and I are here to serve the people of the 19th Congressional District. I am proud to have such a strong team dedicated to working hard for the people of West Texas and the Big Country every day. Our staff members are all great assets to Team 19, and I am fully confident that our new additions will work hard to meet your needs as well.

Jennabeth Taliaferro, Legislative Correspondent

Jennabeth is an Abilene native and a May 2010 graduate of Southern Methodist University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Corporate Communications and Public Affairs along with a minor in Spanish.

Lindsey Shackelford, Staff Assistant

Lindsey is a May 2010 graduate of Texas Tech University where she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science with a minor in Sociology. She is originally from Texarkana, TX.

“Question of the Week”

Do you think nuclear power plays an important role in America’s energy independence as part of an “all of the above” energy policy?

Please visit my website to submit your answer to this week’s question.

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As always, when events unfold in Washington, I will be sure to update you. In the meantime, do not hesitate to visit my website or call my office toll free district wide at (888) 763-1611 or my Washington, DC office at 202-225-4005.