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U.S.-Israel relationship will never be forgotten. May his memory be blessed forever.”


State Senator Hughes Com- ments on the Death of for- mer U.S. Sen. Arlen Specter Harrisburg - October 14, 2012 - State Senate Demo- cratic Appropriations Chair Sen. Vincent J. Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgom- ery) released the following comments on the death of former Sen. Arlen Specter. Specter, longtime U.S. Sena- tor, former Philadelphia dis- trict attorney and military veteran died this morning in Philadelphia. “I am greatly saddened by the loss of one of Pennsyl- vania’s greatest lawmakers, former U.S. Senator Arlen Specter. Sen. Specter was the longest serving U.S. Sena- tor from Pennsylvania who worked tirelessly for all the citizens of Pennsylvania. “His strength and opti- mism in the face of debilitat- ing illness was both remark- able and admiring. He led a relentless fight for stem cell research, breast cancer and Alzheimer’s disease research and was a main


player in many critical his- torical moments, including working with the Warren Commission


“Sen. Specter was a con- stituent and a friend. He will be forever remembered for his tenacity, his indepen- dent streak and for being a moderate in the face of in- tense partisanship through- out his career in public ser- vice. He truly fought for the people.


“He was a great legislator and will be missed.” National Museum Of American Jewish History Mourns The Loss Of Sena- tor Arlen Specter The National Museum of American Jewish History and its leadership mourn the loss of Senator Arlen Specter.


“Senator Specter and his wife, Joan, were long time supporters and members of the Museum. The Senator truly embodied the spirit of the story this Museum tells. As the child of Jewish émigrés from Ukraine, he peddled fruit with his father and lived the American Dream graduating from Yale Law School and becoming a game-changing member


of the U.S. Senate,” said Ivy Barsky, Museum Director and CEO.


As a member of the Unit- ed States Senate for close to 30 years and a public ser- vant for more than 50 years, Arlen Specter dedicated his life to the advancement of American democracy. NMAJH had the privilege of honoring the former Senator in 2006 at our annual gala with the Only In America® Award. The award was given in part in recognition of the powerful voice and leadership he had brought to the nation’s capital. He spoke at the Museum’s groundbreaking in 2007 and attended our grand opening in November 2010. “Arlen Specter was a great friend of the Museum and to the Jewish community everywhere. He will be greatly missed as an inde- pendent thinker and as a man who fought for the ide- als and values in which he believed. And even though he was a politician, politics never determined the issues for which he fought,” said Ron Rubin, Co-Chairman of NMAJH Board of Trustees. We are confident that Senator Specter’s legacy will live on, and that he will con- tinue to be a role model and


an inspiration for genera- tions to come. The Museum extends its condolences to his widow Joan, son Shanin, member of the Museum’s exhibition committee, daughter-in-law Tracey, son Stephen, and grandchildren Silvi, Perri, Lilli, and Hatti. Statement From Sherrie Savett, President, And Ira Schwartz, Ceo, Jewish Fed- eration Of Greater Phila- delphia, On The Death Of Senator Arlen Specter: The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia mourns the passing of Senator Arlen Specter after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Senator Specter was a true humanitarian who gave generously of his time and resources to charitable causes that im- proved the lives of countless individuals and families. He was a passionate advocate for the State of Israel who understood and appreciated this nation’s unique role as a stable, democratic pres- ence in the volatile Mid-East region.


On behalf of Federation, we extend heartfelt sympa- thy and condolences to his son, Shanin and his wife, Joan.


Kathy Boockvar on the Passing of Senator Arlen Specter


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Kathy Boockvar, the Demo- cratic Congressional Nomi- nee (PA-08), released the following statement on the passing of Pennsylvania’s Senator Arlen Specter: “I am so sad to learn of the loss of Senator Arlen Specter. Senator Specter exemplified public service at its best, always working with Democrats and Repub- licans to do what he thought was best for our country. Pennsylvanians and all Americans were fortunate to have the Senator as our representative.


My thoughts and prayers


are with the Senator’s fam- ily and loved ones. We will always be grateful for his service.”


Stephanie Singer, Phila- delphia City Commissioner “U.S Senator Arlen Specter was a true Hero for Democ- racy” “Senator Arlen Spec- ter was a model of poise, depth, and political savvy. I thank him for his integrity, his hard work and his de- fense of the American politi- cal center. To his family we extend sincere condolences and gratitude for sharing this great public servant with the people of Penn- sylvania and the United States.”


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concerned the bill failed to clearly define new jobs. “Tax credits need to be for hiring Pennsylvania workers in a new employment opportunity, not moving jobs from one business to another, and I’m concerned that the language in the bill today does not adequately address that goal,” she said.


State Rep.Anthony DeLuca, D-Allegheny, said he was not going to support the bill because it unfairly pits new or relocating businesses against existing companies, including those that have taken nothing from the government. “We have done nothing for the hardworking business people out there who continue the struggle and yet we’re going to try to give this tax break to companies that come in and compete with other companies with the same venue,” DeLuca said. “I find that wrong, Mr. Speaker.” Several lawmakers also expressed concern the bill would harm the commonwealth’s tax collection, giving money to employers that could other fund vital services. A fiscal anal- ysis of the bill says the impact on state finances is unknown, as it depends on how many companies take part. There’s no cap on how many companies can enroll in PEP, as the legislation stands. There is a rule that will keep businesses who enter the


program will not be eligible for other job-creation tax cred- its, per the legislation. But they could still be eligible for other breaks, like those that exempt from property taxes. Similar proposals in other states have successfully divert- ed funds, but not all agree that it was in the best interests of job creation. Greg LeRoy, executive director of Good Jobs First, a D.C.-based research group, helped author a study identifying 22 personal income tax-based programs in 16 states. Together, those programs totaled about in $684 mil- lion in annual diverted tax revenue. But LeRoy said these programs cross the line, as there’s a fairness factor to the employees, who are expecting their money to go to Harrisburg. The potential also exists for companies to hop state lines without truly creating new jobs, he said.


“Pennsylvania has a lot of metro economies that straddle one of its borders,” LeRoy said. “Companies can move very short distances in Pennsylvania, employ the same work- force and start pocketing income taxes with creating jobs without hiring Pennsylvanians.” Benninghoff said he did not agree with the concern that businesses would benefit from the program by simply re- casting their company as new. The legislation is modeled to ensure fairness and prevent abuses, he said. If the company fails to meet the terms of the arrange- ment, it would be required to re-pay the commonwealth the amount of withholdings retained. Any participating busi- ness requires approval from the Department of Community and Economic Development, Benninghoff said. Benninghoff said Senate lawmakers would consider the bill in committee meetings this week. “I hope it makes us more attractive than maybe a lot of other neighboring states,” he said. “My goal is to be able to relieve concerns for people who can’t find family sustaining wages.”


Melissa Daniels is a reporter for PA Independent. She can be reached at 717-350-0962 or


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