Unemployment Extension And 99ers Tier 5 One Nation Rally 2010

Unemployment extension? What unemployment extension? That's the problem we face right now. The Senate has already left to go home and campaign for the mid-term elections, and the 99ers are left without a hope for a tier 5. What's worse is that the benefits extension that was passed back in July after millions of Americans went months without benefits will expire again on November 30.

If the Republican party gets seats in the House and Senate as expected this November, chances for a Tier 5 extension are all but gone. The conservative party has been increasingly critical of the Democrats for their stimulus plans and "pay as you go" bills. If a tier 5 extension bill comes to Congress which has a clear cut and agreeable way for funding, it would likely get passed. However, no one wants to pay for the unemployment extension.

Ask any American and they'd tell you that they'd rather send their tax dollars to fellow Americans than overseas. Why are we giving aid to Pakistani flood victims when Pakistan harbors terrorists from time to time? What's wrong with that picture?

Hopefully the American 99ers Union and the hundreds of other liberal organizations gathering in DC today will be able make headway for the unemployment extension. A tier 5 is needed, and from what I see there aren't many politicians who seem to care.

Unemployment Extension Update Available: Tier 5 Bill for 99ers S.3706 Blocked By Senate

Breaking Tier 5 99ers unemployment extension bill updates are available. S.3706 the “Americans Want to Work” act has been blocked by the Senate. Yes, that’s right – Senator George Lemieux from Florida (a Republican) has blocked the vote on Senator Debbie Stabenow’s bill.

The Democratic Senator from Michigan, Debbie Stabenow, proposed the Americans Want to Work Act, which would add another 20 weeks of unemployment benefits to the current 99 week availability. However, the 99 weeks will expire starting on November 30, 2010 leaving millions of Americans in limbo.

George LeMeiux cited concerns about whether or not the bill would add to the nation’s looming deficit. However, the GOP has no qualms about extending Bush era tax cuts for the wealthy which will cost our economy billions of dollars over the next 10 years.

Job creation is paramount to turning our economy around. Without the creation of steady jobs, Americans stand little hope of recovering from this economic downturn.

Who is to blame for this mess? Democrats love to blame the Bush Administration, and Republicans love to blame the Obama Administration’s unprecedented stimulus packages. However, it’s the failure of the system created for the people by the people to do what it was meant to do.

November 2nd is right around the corner, and millions will be heading to the polls. The Tier 5 unemployment extension benefits bill S.3706 Americans Want to Work Act is paramount to turning the country’s situation around. Why not pass the bill and let honest American workers head back to work? Be sure to vote for those who support an unemployment extension.

A 99ers Unemployment Extension and Tier 5 Not Discussed by President Obama

A Tier 5 unemployment extension and benefits for jobless Americans is necessary to stimulate the economy, yet when Obama delivered his economic address yesterday he made no indication that he was ready, willing, or even able to extend unemployment.

Of course, there was lots of talk about keeping taxes low for the middle class, and also plenty of blame put on the previous Republican administration.  However, we have been under the Obama administration for nearly two years, and things aren’t yet looking up.

That’s not to say that the president doesn’t care about the unemployed – I think he does. However, with the mid-term elections coming up, he cannot afford to lose many democrats.  John Boehner, the Republican Minority Leader, has even spoke out saying that Obama needs to FIRE his economic advisors.

If the Republicans gain control of the house, Boehner will likely be the speaker of the House, the post held by Nancy Pelosi. This means that Obama needs to make an attractive agenda – and fast.

It’s sad, but the Tier 5 unemployment extension isn’t really on the forefront of politicians minds. They don’t really seem to care about the issues on main street, they care about keeping their golden parachutes and cushy jobs.  Without the unemployment extension, many Americans are out of luck in a time where help isneeded more than ever.

Are Unemployment Extension and Tier 5 Benefits For Uneducated?

The unemployment extension and Tier 5 benefits bill are a big political topic.  99ers are more likely to be uneducated or less educated American workers, according to one economic advisor to Obama.

Wall Street CEO John Corzine met with Tennessee Senator Bob Corker recently and discussed, among other things, the unemployment extension. This all happened in an economic panel on ABC’s “This Week” with Christine Amanpour – and also present was Obama’s economic advisor Laura Tyson.

Tyson said the following about education in America :

The unemployment problem is primarily a problem for people who have a high school -- who don't have a high school education or just have a high school education.

Unemployment for those with college educations is now 4.5 percent. Unemployment for those with more than a college education, below 4 percent. We have a problem of education in this country, and we have to educate more of our young people fully through college education. Let's take this as an opportunity to do that.

Recently Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) brought up the S.3706 bill which is the Tier 5 extension adding 20 weeks of benefits to the already 99 weeks available. Among programs that include tax incentives for businesses to hire the long term unemployed, should they also include educational incentives as well? Perhaps tax breaks to for-profit colleges that reduce or waive tuition for the long term unemployed, or subsidies for meal plans and tuition for the unemployed?

99er, Tier 5 Unemployment Extension: 99ers Desire Benefits Bill

The 99er Tier 5 unemployment extension is desired by the 99ers who have exhausted all the jobless benefits available to them. Congress is going on Summer Recess in two days and there are many who are very upset that no legislation has been brought on to the floor.

Senator Debbie Stabenow has said "I wish that the bill we passed helped those who have been looking for work the longest – the so-called "99ers." I'm working on a bill to help them because, when there are five people out of work for every one job opening, it's the right thing to do." We are still waiting for Stabenow's bill that she claims she's working on.

Senator Chuck Schumer from New York is also one who has claimed to be for the 99ers, yet has done very little to sponsor a Tier 5 extension bill.  He has said "There are a number of people who have maxed out, they've been looking and looking for work but haven't found it, and there is a separate act that would extend those benefits to them,. Extending this was really important. There are some people who go beyond the 99 weeks and we're gonna try to do that next." Oh really, Mr, Schumer. When exactly do you plan on doing that? 


In short, there are only two more days - one if you don't count today since it's half gone - before the Senate breaks for recess. After then, a Tier 5 bill won't be brought up for at least a few weeks.  Then, we will be getting close to the mid-term election, and it's questionable if such legislation will be brought up before the election.

Senator Schumer: 99ers Tier 5 Extension Bill Coming Soon?

Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY) recently discussed that there are millions of Americans that still need jobless benefits, as they have exhausted all benefits available to them.  He is quoted, in the video linked below, of saying the following: 


There are a number of people who have maxed out, they've been looking and looking for work but haven't found it, and there is a separate act that would extend those benefits to them,. Extending this was really important. There are some people who go beyond the 99 weeks and we're gonna try to do that next


Sounds like those who thought they were forgotten really haven't been.  If Schumer is successful, along with other members of the House and Senate, of bringing such a measure to vote he will become one of the most popular politicians currently on Capital Hill.


After all, the recently passed legislation doesn't provide a true extension of benefits to those who have no where else to turn.  The job market, especially in states like Michigan and Nevada, is horrific and finding a job is almost impossible.  Providing an extra layer will allow people to relax and focus on their job search.


Even though this news is promising, there was no timeline discussed as to when the 99ers can expect forward movement on the extension.


Reference with Video: WENY-TV