How candidates' tax plans would affect one struggling family

By Amy Biegelsen and John Aloysius Farrell

Republican presidential candidates' ambitious tax plans don't help working class

Excerpts from this story referencing "Rick Perry":

"… rich as well, and cut taxes on wealthy estates and corporations.Texas Gov. Rick Perry’s proposal for a new flat tax, and Herman Cain’s 9-9-9 plan, offer mor …"

Heart testing bill signed by Perry required unnecessary tests, critics charge

By Rochelle Sharpe

Medical experts say measure signed by Perry requires unnecessary testing

Excerpts from this story referencing "Society for Heart Attack Prevention and Eradication":

"… st.” RelationshipsThe law closely tracks guidelines promoted by the Society for Heart Attack Prevention and Eradication, SHAPE, a controversial Houston-based group. The society, which says …"

The weekly watchdog: Nov. 14 - Nov. 18

By Bill Buzenberg

In case you missed them, catch up on this week's top investigations from iWatch News

Excerpts from this story referencing "Rick Perry":

"… enforce.Gov. Perry OK’d  his own Texas insurance mandateTexas Gov. Rick Perry, a professed proponent of limited government, has made repealing federal h …"

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Pro-Perry ‘super PAC’ biggest presidential spender, Romney group looms

By Josh Israel

Perry down in the polls, but gets support from outside group

Excerpts from this story referencing "Rick Perry":

"… to this report. …"

"… wa and South Carolina.As the background music brightens, the voice adds “Rick Perry isn’t from Washington.  His spending reforms balance the budget. Hi …"

ANALYSIS: Rick Perry dodges questions on health care, as Texas falls behind

By Wendell Potter

Despite studies showing low-quality health care in Texas, Rick Perry dodges questions on his record

Excerpts from this story referencing "Rick Perry":

"… eek, Dr. Michael C. Burgess, tweeted this directive: "Mark your calendars: Rick Perry will join Health Caucus’ Thought Leaders Series next Wednesday, December …"

Big oil fuels Pro-Perry super PAC, contributions total $5.5 million

By John Dunbar

Pro-Perry super PAC raised $5.5 million in Texans failed bid for president

Excerpts from this story referencing "Rick Perry":

"… Us Great Again," the presidential super PAC that supported Texas Gov. Rick Perry, raised $5.5 million, according to election reports filed Tuesday with a b …"

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PAC profile: Make Us Great Again

By Aaron Mehta

Quick stats on the super PAC, supporting Perry

Excerpts from this story referencing "Rick Perry":

"… ecords.Last updated: Jan. 17, 2013 …"

"… YouTube channelPrincipals:Mike Toomey (founder): Former chief of staff to Rick Perry and lobbyist for pharmaceutical giant Merck.Paul Kilgore (treasurer): Form …"

"… ile:Make Us Great Again’s website makes its mission clear: “to support Rick Perry for the Republican nomination for President in 2012, to oppose Barack Obam …"

"… r President in 2012, to oppose Barack Obama’s re-election and to support Rick Perry in the general election in November 2012.”When Perry announced he was en …"

Donor profile: Bob Perry

By Alexandra Duszak

Quick stats on the biggest financial backers of Election 2012.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Rick Perry":

"… nnie Mack; pro-Allen West) $100,000 to Make Us Great Again (pro-Rick Perry) $15,000 to Maverick PAC USA (pro-Republican) Notable federal hard mone …"

"… publican candidates in Texas (2012) $1.5 million to Texas Republican Gov. Rick Perry (2010) $200,000 to Pennsylvania Republican Gov. Tom Corbett (2010) Corp …"

Tea party spends big in Texas Senate primary showdown

By Rachael Marcus and Michael Beckel

Texas GOP primary to test tea party's influence.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Rick Perry":

"… nbsp;The super PAC is run by Rob Johnson, former campaign manager for Gov. Rick Perry’s failed GOP presidential bid.Another pro-Dewhurst super PAC, Conservati …"

Gov. Perry tells feds Texas won't expand Medicaid

By The Associated Press

Gov. Perry tells feds Texas won't expand Medicaid, set up online service to shop for insurance

Excerpts from this story referencing "Rick Perry":

"… omlinson contributed to this report from Austin.  …"

"… oman Rebecca Acuna called Perry's announcement "both cruel and negligent.""Rick Perry's Texas solution is to let Texans stay ill and uninsured," Acuna said. "Th …"

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