Im actively working with the chairman and our colleagues on this committee to reintroduce legislation from the last session to tackle the problem of improper payments to dead people. Unfortunately we have more work ahead. Last week the Social Security Inspector General released a report stating that 6. 5 Million People have active Social Security numbers who based on the Social Security own records would be more than 112 years old. I think maybe in our country weve had just a handful of people actually live that long. Now were told it could be 6. 5 million. Im not sure where they are, but they are out there. Maybe not. In fact in 2000 the records reviewed by the Inspector General showed living individuals with active social securities born before the civil war and only 35 people worldwide are 112 and old. And were here about the Social Security administration about Accurate Information about who is alive or dead and however that what should be an extremely concerning to us is that an i
And with the ongoing support of these institutions and foundations. And. This program was made possible by the corporation for public broadcasting. And by contributions to your pbs station from viewers like you. Thank you. Brown more people found work in november and more people stopped looking for work. As a result, the number of new jobs came in better than expected today and the rate of unemployment was the lowest since 2008. Newshour economics correspondent paul solman begins our coverage. Reporter washington brightened yesterday when the annual switch was flipped; the White House Christmas tree, relit. And this morning, more holiday cheer, it seemed, in the form of the monthly jobs numbers. 146,000 new jobs were created last month, according to the survey of employers; unemployment dropped again, to 7. 7 , according to the survey of households. Both numbers better than expected in the wake of Hurricane Sandy and fiscal cliff anxiety. So it looks like sandy will not affect the numb
Woodruff the economy added more jobs than expected in november, and the Unemployment Rate dropped to a four year low. Good evening, im judy woodruff. Brown and im Jeffrey Brown. On the newshour tonight, paul solman breaks down the latest report. And we debate the benefits of extending Unemployment Insurance amid washingtons fiscal uncertainty. Woodruff then we turn to the Supreme Court which agreed today to take up the issue of gay marriage. Margaret warner looks at whats at stake with marcia coyle of the national law journal. Brown Hari Sreenivasan reports on the threat to the shellfish industry from coast to coast, as Ocean Temperatures rise and the waters are more acidic. This is a very dramatic change that has not been seen in the worlds oceans for more than 50 million years. Woodruff mark shields and david brooks analyze the weeks news. Brown and gwen ifill sits down with Michael Beschloss, whose recent foray into the twitterverse has opened up a new way to view history in the dig
And with the ongoing support of these institutions and foundations. And. This program was made possible by the corporation for public broadcasting. And by contributions to your pbs station from viewers like you. Thank you. Brown more people found work in november and more people stopped looking for work. As a result, the number of new jobs came in better than expected today and the rate of unemployment was the lowest since 2008. Newshour economics correspondent paul solman begins our coverage. Reporter washington brightened yesterday when the annual switch was flipped; the White House Christmas tree, relit. And this morning, more holiday cheer, it seemed, in the form of the monthly jobs numbers. 146,000 new jobs were created last month, according to the survey of employers; unemployment dropped again, to 7. 7 , according to the survey of households. Both numbers better than expected in the wake of Hurricane Sandy and fiscal cliff anxiety. So it looks like sandy will not affect the numb
Be with them and with all who labor here to serve this great nation and its people. Assure them that whatever their responsibilities, you provide the grace to enable them to be faithful in their duties and the wisdom to be conscious of their obligations and fulfill them with integrity. Remind us all of the dignity of work and teach us to use our talents and abilities in ways that are honorable and just and are a benefit to those we serve. May all that is done this day be for your greater honor and glory. Amen. The speaker the chair has examined the journal of the last days proceedings and announces to the house her approval thereof. His approval thereof. Pursuant to clause 1 of rule 1 the journal stands approved. For what purpose does the gentleman from pennsylvania rise . Pursuant to clause 1, rule 1, i demand a vote on agreeing to the speakers approval of the journal. The speaker the question is on agreeing to the speakers approval of the journal. Those in favor say aye. Those oppose