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Hahn to Open S.P. Campaign Office Thursday

Rep. Janice Hahn is opening a campaign office in downtown San Pedro Thursday. The May 3 event takes place from 6 to 8 pm in conjunction with the monthly First Thursday artwalk and street festival.

Candidates Interview for Newspaper Endorsement

Hahn and Richardson interviewed with the editorial board of the San Fernando Valley-based LA Daily News, the flagship newspaper in the chain that includes the Daily Breeze. Each made their case for endorsement, and, by extension, election to the newly drawn 44th Congressional District. The candidates’ arguments are summarized in “Rep

Happy Birthday, Janice Hahn

Friday, March 30 is Rep.

Hahn Small Business Workshop Friday

Rep. Janice Hahn is hosting “Surviving and Thriving in the Economic Recovery: Accessing Capital for the Entrepreneur and Small Business Owner” Friday. The free workshop is taking place on Feb

‘Congress on Your Corner’ Notes: SP Video, Live in Wilmington Saturday

Here’s a video of Hahn’s “Congress on Your Corner” event in San Pedro last month. The congresswoman will visit the corner of Avalon Boulevard and East Opp Street in Wilmington Saturday for another such gathering. Constituents are invited to meet and talk with Hahn on Feb.

Buscaino Community Swearing-in Saturday

Newly minted Harbor Area Councilman Joe Buscaino is holding a community swearing-in ceremony Saturday. The proceedings begin with a 10 am prayer service in Watts, followed by a 2 pm community ceremony at the Warner Grand Theatre in San Pedro. Details and RSVP information are here.

White House Asks: What Makes Your Hometown a Great Place to Visit?

San Pedro civic boosters, take note. The White House this morning asked Americans to brag about their hometowns

Hahn to Hold ‘Congress on Your Corner’ Saturday

Rep. Janice Hahn will hold open-air office hours Saturday in coastal San Pedro.

Holidays, Unwrapped

After another showdown, Congress passed the payroll tax bill on Dec. 22 and adjourned until mid-January. Legislators returned to their districts and the president jetted to Hawaii

Hahn District Office Opening Thursday

Hahn is opening a district office at 140 W. Sixth St. in downtown San Pedro on Jan.

Happy Holidays

We’ll return to political news next week. Right now, the most important government agency is NORAD, the North American Aerospace Defense Command, and critical Santa-tracking mission.

San Pedro District Office Opening

Hahn is opening a district office at 140 W. Sixth St. in downtown San Pedro on Jan

Talk to the White House

On Dec. 2, the White House is hosting a public conference call

Voting with Dollars to Support Small Businesses

Hahn marks nationwide Small Business Saturday with shopping tour of local communities Hahn makes a point of signaling her support for small business. Newsradio interview at Village Garden in Redondo Beach, as the owner toils in the background at left. Fringe Home Furnishings and Boutique in Redondo Beach.

In Brief

Not much to report about Congresswoman Janice Hahn this issue. Hahn and Oregon Rep.

District Business

In speeches to area Chambers of Commerce, Hahn updated local business leaders on her efforts to harness federal resources for the district. Hahn singled out infrastructure, education and business reforms as the three catalysts to a stronger economy. “I’m particularly eager to give small businesses the tools they need to succeed,” said Hahn, who serves on the House Small Business Committee.

People Power

Spotlighting opportunities to speak your mind to Washington elected officials Engage with the White House The White House this week launched a one-stop website of opportunities to express opinions and access information about federal policy. Among the most hands-on aspects of whitehouse.gov/engage is Open for Questions, White House Office Hours and Advise the Advisor – all vehicles for direct and/or real-time communication with senior officials

Vote Nov. 8

The special election for the 15th District Los Angeles City Council seat vacated by Rep. Hahn is Tuesday, Nov.

Images of ‘Occupy DC’

Two cooperating groups are occupying DC as part of the national protest running from Wall Street to San Pedro. Under the rallying cry of “Stop the Machine! Create a New World,” a grassroots group called October2011.org is occupying Freedom Plaza along Pennsylvania Avenue, just blocks from the White House

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