Philadelphia Daily Record

Vol. III No. 25 (395)

Keeping You Posted With The Politics Of Philadelphia

February 13, 2012

Philadelphia Daily Record

Pointing The Finger

U.S. SENATOR BOB CASEY and Congressman Pat Meehan meet with angry union officials at Oil, Chemical & Atomic Workers union hall in Linwood. Casey has called for a Congressional hearing on sale of nation’s oil refineries. Photo: Rory McGlasson

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Feb. 13- Fundraiser for State Rep candidate Al Simpson at Breen’s Pub, Huntingdon Pk., 6-9 p.m. Ticket, $35, sold at door.

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6:30 p.m. Roaring ’20s theme, prize for best costume. Tickets $60. For info (215) 735-5283.

Feb. 22Penna. Commonwealth Club House Party with guest Penna. Republican State Chairman Rob Gleason at home of Mike Cibik, 334 S. Front St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. By invitation only. Contact (717) Feb. 17- Retirement Reception for 234-4901 or RSVP Judge Thomas Dempsey at @pagop.org.

City Hall, Conversation State Rep. James Ha., Rm. 200, 4:30 p.m. Feb. 23Roebuck celebrates BirthContribution $10. RSVP day Party at Warmdaddy’s, Rosemary Donnelly rose1400 S. Columbus Blvd., mary.donnelly@courts.phil 5:30-8 p.m. Jazz, food. a.gov.

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St. Patrick’s Day Feb. 21State Rep. John Feb. 26Parade in Phila. Fundraiser Sabatina holds Mardi Gras at Insulators’ Ha., 2014 Cocktail Reception at LadHorning Rd., 3-7 p.m. Beer, der 15, 1528 Sansom St., wine, soda and buffet.

5:30-8:30 p.m. Event Music and Celtic Flame Chairs Bob Brady and John Irish Dancers. $35. Contact Dougherty. Contributions: Mary Frances Fogg $100 (ticket), $250 (friend), (267.228.0418), Kathy $500 (patron). For info Fanning or Joe Fox at Saint John (215) 742-8600).

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Casey Calls For Refinery Hearings

by Rory McGlasson US Sen. Bob Casey (D-Phila.) has called for a Congressional hearing on the sale of the nation’s Oil Refineries.

At a meeting in the small Philadelphia suburban town of Linfield, Casey joined Congressman Pat Meehan, and union officials from the region, who are

outraged over the recent closure of the Trainer oil plant.

Casey announced he had sent a letter to Sen. Jeff Bingaman (DN.M.), chairman of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee calling for a hearing.

“We have a lot of questions for the companies that they are not answering,” said Casey.

At the Oil, Chemical & Atomic Workers union hall in Linwood, Casey said the owners, Sun need to be more transparent with union officials and community stakeholders.

Sunoco Oil officials, who sold the plant, reject the Senator’s claim of non-communication.

Hilferty Dedicates ‘True Heart’ Award

by Rory McGlasson Daniel J. Hilferty, president and CEO of Independence Blue Cross, received the Heart of Philadelphia Award last night from the American Heart Association of Southeastern Pennsylvania.

Over 700 business professionals attended the annual gala at the Philadelphia Marriot. Among the guests were former Senator Arlen Specter, and AmeriHealth Mercy President and CEO Michael Rashid.

The award is given to a local community leader who is passionate about health issues, dedicated

IBX executive Christopher Cashman joins his lovely wife Marianne, and IBX President and CEO Daniel Hilferty and his wife Joan, at American Heart gala honoring, Mr. Hilferty. /Rory McGlasson.

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THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD to serving the greater Philadelphia community, and exemplifies the true “heart” of Philadelphia. Past recipients include Gov. Edward G. Rendell; Manuel N. Stamatakis, chairman and CEO of Capital Management Enterprises, Inc.; and Dr. Steven M. Altschuler, president and CEO of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

“Nothing is more important to the success and growth of our community than the health and well-

being of the people who live and work here. I’m also grateful for the opportunities I’ve had to contribute to the work of many organizations and programs dedicated to helping people live healthier lives,” said Hilferty.

“I’m honored to receive this prestigious award, and I’m proud to be recognized by the American Heart Association, whose work to reduce the pain and suffering of heart disease and prevent this debilitating illness is second to none. The real heroes are those

who battle heart disease every day.”

“Dan has spent most of his career leading organizations dedicated to helping millions of people live healthier lives,” said Jason Feuerman, board chair, American Heart Association. “He has also dedicated countless hours of his personal time to helping others through his work for many charitable, educational, and professional organizations. Dan cares enormously about this region and

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Hilferty has more than 25 years of experience in health care, gov-

ernment affairs, communications, and education. He joined Independence Blue Cross in January 2010 after a successful tenure as president and chief executive officer of AmeriHealth Mercy Fam-

ily of Companies, a Medicaid managed-care company serving four million people nationwide.

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