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On his weekly radio address to the nation, President Obama called Orion Energy Systems in Manitowoc, Wisconsin an example of how America can win the future by being the best place on Earth to do business.  Orion was able to open with the help of small business loans and incentives that are creating demand for clean energy technologies.  By sparking innovation and spurring new products and technologies, America will unleash the talent and ingenuity of American workers and businesses, which will lead to new, good jobs.

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“I’m speaking to you today from Manitowoc, Wisconsin, where I’m at an innovative company called Orion Energy Systems.

Just a few years ago, this was an empty warehouse.  A major employer had shut down this factory, moved its operations abroad, and took a lot of jobs away from this town.

But today, as you can see behind me, this is a thriving enterprise once more. You are looking at a factory where 250 workers are building advanced clean energy systems – state-of-the-art technologies that use solar power and energy efficiency to save farms and businesses thousands of dollars on their utility bills.

I’m here because this business and others like it are showing us the way forward. And in the coming days, I’ll be shining a spotlight on innovators across America who are relying on new technologies to create new jobs and opportunities in new industries.

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The Republican Weekly Address was delivered by Senator Ron Johnson of Wisconsin. He talked about the need for spending reductions and his belief that big government inhibits job creation.

“Hello, my name is Ron Johnson. I’m the newly elected senator from the great state of Wisconsin.

“For those of you who don’t know me, this is the first elective office I have ever sought or held. The reason I ran is simple and straightforward. We are bankrupting America, and I thought it was time for citizen legislators to come to Washington to help those individuals already here that are seriously facing that reality.”For the last 31 years, I have been running a plastics manufacturing plant in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. As a manufacturer, I have learned to identify and attack the root cause of a problem, not spend my time addressing mere symptoms. Huge deficits, slow economic activity, high unemployment and woefully inadequate job creation are severe symptoms of the problem. They are not the root cause. The ever expanding size, scope and cost of government is. This is what we must address. This is what I hope the President has come to realize.

I hope the president and his allies in Congress accept a simple truth: Big government is blocking job creation, not helping it. The sooner Washington ends its dependence on more spending, the sooner our economy will see real growth.

I bring the perspective of someone who’s been creating jobs, meeting a payroll, balancing a budget and living under the rules, regulations and taxes that politicians here in Washington impose on the rest of us. I know firsthand the incentives and disincentives, the intended and unintended consequences of government intrusion into our lives.

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This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Ana Puig of the Kitchen Table Patriots about her TEA party journey; Andy Roth of the Club for Growth has the Real Story behind President Obama’s State of the Union proposals; And, Dr. Paul Kengor of Grove City College has an American Radio Journal commentary on a defining moment in the Reagan Presidency.

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American Radio Journal is produced and distributed by the Lincoln Institute of Public Opinion Research, Inc. The Lincoln Institute is a 501c3 non-profit educational foundation based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Founded in 1993, the mission of the Lincoln Institute is: “To promote the ideals of free market economics, individual liberty, and limited government through the conduct of public opinion research and related educational programs.”

The Lincoln Institute accepts no government money and is completely funded by philanthropic grant making foundations, corporations, and individuals.

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The Republican response to the President’s State of the Union Address was given by Paul Ryan of Wisconsin.

Good evening. I’m Congressman Paul Ryan from Janesville, Wisconsin – and Chairman here at the House Budget Committee.

President Obama just addressed a Congressional chamber filled with many new faces. One face we did not see tonight was that of our friend and colleague, Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords of Arizona. We all miss Gabby and her cheerful spirit; and we are praying for her return to the House Chamber.

Earlier this month, President Obama spoke movingly at a memorial event for the six people who died on that violent morning in Tucson. Still, there are no words that can lift the sorrow that now engulfs the families and friends of the fallen.

What we can do is assure them that the nation is praying for them; that, in the words of the Psalmist, the Lord heals the broken hearted and binds up their wounds; and that over time grace will replace grief.

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New York City is home to as great a range of Muslim adherents as Mecca itself. Africans, African-Americans, South Asians, Central Asians, Southeast Asians, Latinos, Jamaicans, Europeans, Russians, Chinese and more. Many speak with the accents of their native tongues while others talk with a decidedly American twang. Join us to explore the microcosmic diversity of Muslims in New York.

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Mark Levine’s Inside Scoop on Washington

Mark Levine hosts the Raucous Caucus with Terry Kester and Garland Nixon from Washington DC.

The raucous caucus talk about domestic surveillance of American citizens.

Their guest is Mike German, a former FBI special agent.  He is currently a senior policy analyst with the ACLU.

The group starts with the premise that government surveillance can sometimes stop violence.  German relates some of the history of the FBI regarding their surveillance of American citizens.

The group talks for a while about surveillance activities during the Bush Administration.  Surveillance powers expanded following the attacks of Sept 11, 2001.  They talk about the fact that the rules that were changed then are still in place.

After talking about a few stories told by Mike German, the reaction is that the FBI must be spying on everyone.  German says that it wasn’t so bad before 9/11, 2001.

The group takes some questions from the live audience.

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The Inside Scoop is nationally syndicated on the Head-On Radio Network and iTunes. The show can be heard on radio weekdays, 5-6 pm Eastern, and can be seen on television Monday 7-8 pm Eastern.

Since June 2003, Mark Levine has given listeners The Inside Scoop from political players inside the Beltway – news that the Media almost never reports and those in power in the Government do not want you to know about. Mark welcomes all during his talk radio hour, and he particularly values calls from folks who disagree with him.

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On his weekly radio address to the nation, President Obama used his weekly address to highlight the steps his administration is taking to make America more competitive.  As a result of the deals made with China this week, U.S. exports to China will increase by more than $45 billion and China will increase its investments in America by several billion dollars.  These deals will support some 235,000 American jobs.  Also, the President named GE CEO Jeff Immelt to head up the new Council on Jobs and Competitiveness, which will help find ways to grow the economy by investing in American businesses.

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“Here’s the truth about today’s economy: If we’re serious about fighting for American jobs and American businesses, one of the most important things we can do is open up more markets to American goods around the world.

That’s why I met with China’s President Hu Jintao at the White House this past week. We’re now exporting more than $100 billion a year to China in goods and services. And as a result of deals we completed this week, we’ll be increasing U.S. exports to China by more than $45 billion, and China’s investments in America by several billion dollars.  Most important, these deals will support some 235,000 American jobs. And that includes a lot of manufacturing jobs.

That goal is why I fought so hard to negotiate a new and better trade deal with South Korea – a deal with unprecedented support from business and labor – that will support more than 70,000 American jobs. And that’s why I traveled to India last fall to help pave the way for $10 billion in new deals for American businesses and more than 50,000 new American jobs.

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The Republican Weekly Address was delivered by Representative John Barrasso of Wyoming. He talked about some of the problems with the current health care bill and about the efforts in Congress to repeal the bill.

“I’m John Barrasso, a doctor and a United States Senator for Wyoming.

“I’m pleased to talk with you today from my hometown of Casper.

“Across our country, Americans remain shocked and saddened by the recent violence in Arizona.

“As we return to work in Washington, our hearts go out to Congresswoman Giffords, the other victims and their families.

“They remain in our thoughts and in our prayers.

“Earlier this week, the newly elected House of Representatives immediately kept its promise to you, the American people. It did so by voting to repeal the President’s health care spending law.

“Now it’s the Senate’s turn.

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China today is the most polluted nation on earth. But it’s also on its way to becoming the most environmentally advanced. And it’s no coincidence.  Long seen as the Great Replicator, China is now becoming the Great Innovator in all things environmental. Join us as we explore how the world’s most populous nation is betting that the next economy will not be gray but green.

This program is brought to you by The Rockefeller Brothers Fund.

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This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Daniel Ikenson, Associate Director of the Center for Trade Policy Studies at the CATO Institute about America’s trade relationship with China; Andy Roth of the Club for Growth has the Real Story on what’s next in the battle over health care reform; And, Colin Hanna of Let Freedom Ring, USA has an American Radio Journal commentary on why congress should not raise the debt ceiling.

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American Radio Journal is produced and distributed by the Lincoln Institute of Public Opinion Research, Inc. The Lincoln Institute is a 501c3 non-profit educational foundation based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Founded in 1993, the mission of the Lincoln Institute is: “To promote the ideals of free market economics, individual liberty, and limited government through the conduct of public opinion research and related educational programs.”

The Lincoln Institute accepts no government money and is completely funded by philanthropic grant making foundations, corporations, and individuals.

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On his weekly radio address to the nation, President Obama said that once business resumes in Washington, he looks forward to working with members of both parties to meet the challenges facing the country.  By working together in a spirit of common cause, the President and members of Congress can face these challenges in a way worthy of the voters who sent them to Washington.

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“It’s been one week since tragedy visited Tucson, Arizona.

We properly spent much of the week mourning the victims and remembering their lives. We also discovered stories that serve to lift us up – stories of heroism and bravery, of courage and community – stories that remind us that we are one American family, 300 million strong.

One of the places we saw that sense of community on display was on the floor of Congress, where Gabby Giffords, who inspires us with her recovery, is deeply missed by her colleagues.  One by one, Representatives from all parts of the country and all points of view rose in common cause to honor Gabby and the other victims, and to reflect on our shared hopes for this country.

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Delivering the Weekly Republican Address, Rep. Jeff Flake (R-AZ) honors the victims and pays tribute the heroes of the horrific events that unfolded in Tucson, Arizona last week.

“Hello, I’m Jeff Flake, and I represent the people of Arizona’s sixth Congressional District.

“Last week’s horrific attack in Tucson is a stark reminder of the senseless brutality of which some are capable; the selfless bravery with which true heroes respond; and the enduring need for leaders who will uphold their oaths and listen to their constituents.
“My heart goes out to the family of my friend and colleague, Representative Gabrielle Giffords, and to all those impacted by this heinous act.

“Among the lost are a federal judge … a young girl, born on September 11th … a Congressional staffer …

“Many others were injured. And the lives of many are forever changed.

“These violent acts have no place in our society. And we should honor those who stood up in defiance, for it was from the shadows of this evil that we saw true heroism emerge.

“When shots began to fire, Daniel Hernandez – a young man who joined Gabby’s staff as an intern just days before the incident – rushed into harm’s way. As he checked the pulses of the wounded he noticed Gabby on the ground, injured. He ran to her aid, and amid the crisis, shielded and tended to her.

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This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry interviews Dr. Jamie Glazov of www.FrontPageMag.com and author of the new book Showdown With Evil: Our Struggle Against Tyranny and Terror about the ongoing war against terror; Andy Roth of the Club for Growth has the Real Story on the congress’ upcoming agenda; And, Col. Frank Ryan, USMC (Ret.) has an Amerian Radio Journal commentary on America’s vulnerability to economic warfare.

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American Radio Journal is produced and distributed by the Lincoln Institute of Public Opinion Research, Inc. The Lincoln Institute is a 501c3 non-profit educational foundation based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Founded in 1993, the mission of the Lincoln Institute is: “To promote the ideals of free market economics, individual liberty, and limited government through the conduct of public opinion research and related educational programs.”

The Lincoln Institute accepts no government money and is completely funded by philanthropic grant making foundations, corporations, and individuals.

To listen to the broadcast click here.