Appearing on CBS' Face The Nation, Sen. Joe Lieberman (I-CT) reiterated his opposition to any health care reform that has the government mandated "public option." He also went as far to say that doing nothing would be better than another government run insurance giveaway. Lieberman's statements are a blow to Senate liberals pushing this bill forward.

Today in the Towson Times councilman Vince Gardina (D-5) demanded a 20% salary increase during the worst recession since the Great Depression! This comes after we just found out that he will be receiving a "golden parachute" via a pension equal to 100% of his highest salary point. The councilman could receive up to $1 million dollars in retirement.

Over 150 Members at Worcester County, Oct. 28: Over 150 members attended Worcester's 2nd Chapter meeting. At the first meeting, 101 concerned active members attended.

AFP-Worcester shows strength again, as over 150 members (many of whom were new recuits) continued the fight for freedom in Maryland. Even participants in a local bridge club who met in the same location, joined AFP-Maryland after learning of our message of free markets and limited government.

Baltimore County Councilman Vincent Gardina (D-Dist. 5) has served 5 terms out of his Perry Hall-based district. As a part time legislator, he earns an annual salary of $54,000. When Gardina retires his seat in 2011, his pension will equal his yearly salary for the rest of his life. If you factor in the average lifespan of an American male, that means we (the taxpayer) will be paying more than $1 million so that the councilman can retire comfortably.

AFP-Anne Arundel Members Promote Limited Government: On Monday, nearly 100 AFP-Anne Arundel members waved signs and flags such as "Hands Off Our Healthcare" and "Tired of Big Government?"

Currently both houses of Congress are proposing big government "solutions" to the health care debate. Many in the 1st Congressional District, where this rally was held, are opposed to government mandates and higher taxes.