The Guardian | Skyrocketing costs may doom NYC terror trial plan KBCI CBS 2 Army National Guard soldiers keep watch inside Grand Central Station Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2009 in New York. By COLLEEN LONG and TOM HAYS, Associated Press Writers NEW YORK (AP) - A letter and a speech may have doomed plans to bring the Sept. ... Obama's NYC terror trial switch: Pragmatism or indecisiveness? Report: Trial for 9-11 defendants unlikely to be held in New York Terrorism trials could move away from Manhattan |
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Skyrocketing costs may doom NYC terror trial plan - KBCI CBS 2
Friday, January 29, 2010
Scott Roeder convicted of murdering abortion doctor George Tiller - Los Angeles Times
The Guardian | Scott Roeder convicted of murdering abortion doctor George Tiller Los Angeles Times A jury in Wichita deliberates for just over a half-hour before finding Roeder guilty. He had admitted that he shot Tiller, who performed late-term abortions, at a church in May. By Robin Abcarian Reporting from Wichita, Kan. ... Guilty! Scott Reoder Convicted of Killing Abortion Doctor Jury reaches quick verdict in abortion murder case Man convicted of murdering Kan. abortion provider |
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Thursday, January 28, 2010
State of the Union: Highlights, reactions, analyses - CNN
USA Today | State of the Union: Highlights, reactions, analyses CNN Washington (CNN) -- Citing a "deficit of trust" in government by the American people, President Obama's first State of the Union address urged Congress to erode the influence of special interests and work together to confront the nation's most pressing ... Obama Vows to Make Jobs Priority, Slams Washington President Obama's State of the Union address - reaction College crowd warms to presidential speech |
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Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Circumstance and Tradition Shape State of the Union Speeches - New York Times
CBC.ca | Circumstance and Tradition Shape State of the Union Speeches New York Times When President Obama enters the House chamber on Wednesday night to deliver his first official State of the Union address, it will be a moment of great ch » |
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Monday, January 25, 2010
California gay marriage opponents argue no discrimination - Reuters
Christian Science Monitor | California gay marriage opponents argue no discrimination Reuters SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - A US federal court considering whether a California ban on gay marriage denies constitutional rights was told on Monday that gays and lesbians have strong political » |
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Sunday, January 24, 2010
White House defends healthcare legislation despite Massachusetts loss - Los Angeles Times
The Age | White House defends healthcare legislation despite Massachusetts loss Los Angeles Times Senior advisor David Axelrod says that 'the underlying elements' of the overhaul plan remain popular. But Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell urges President Obama to 'start over.' By Jim Puzzanghera Reporting from Washington - The Obama ... Obama aides dismiss shake-up talk but enlist help White House Still Seeks Health Deal |
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Saturday, January 23, 2010
Poll: Voter anger fueled Brown victory in Mass. - Washington Post
Globe and Mail | Poll: Voter anger fueled Brown victory in Mass. Washington Post AP WASHINGTON -- Voter discontent with the direction of the government, economy and the health care overhaul helped send Republican Scott Brown to his Senate victory in Massachusetts, a poll says. About 63 percent of Massachusetts voters in Tuesday's ... Report: Reid, Pelosi Consider New Strategy to Pass Senate Health Bill State Democratic party 'fighting a headwind' with elections on horizon Dems Mum on How to Keep Pushing Health Overhaul |
Friday, January 22, 2010
Supreme Court OKs unlimited corporate spending on elections - Los Angeles Times
CNN International | Supreme Court OKs unlimited corporate spending on elections Los Angeles Times The justices overturn a century of US electoral law by a 5-4 vote. Millions of extra dollars are expected to start flowing from big business to this f » |
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Thursday, January 21, 2010
Supreme Court's campaign finance ruling could bring flood of ads - Los Angeles Times
CNN International | Supreme Court's campaign finance ruling could bring flood of ads Los Angeles Times Critics say corporations will now determine who wins elections, but some consultants don't expect a dramatic change. By James Oliphant Reporting from Washington - Viewers in media markets nationwide are already well familiar with being bombarded with ... Campaign Finance Ruling Will Echo in Wisconsin Court Reverses Limits on Campaign Spending |
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
GOP began rallying behind Scott Brown in mid-December - Washington Post
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Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Massachusetts Voting Begins for Crucial Senate Seat - New York Times
Telegraph.co.uk | Massachusetts Voting Begins for Crucial Senate Seat New York Times Martha M. Coakley, the Democratic candidate for the Senate seat formerly held by Edward M. Kennedy, spoke with the news media after voting at Brooks Elementary School Tuesday in Medford, Mass. By LIZ ROBBINS Wet snow f » |
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Monday, January 18, 2010
US Military Blames Crowded Parking Lot for Diverted Planes at Haiti Airport - FOXNews
ABC News | US Military Blames Crowded Parking Lot for Diverted Planes at Haiti Airport FOXNews A full parking lot is to blame for the bottleneck at the airport in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, where relief supplies after last week's massive earthquake are being stored and distributed -- if the cargo planes carrying them can land. ... US military leads surge in Haiti relief effort Damaged Haiti port to open in 2-3 days: US commander Haiti earthquake: how it unfolded |
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Sunday, January 17, 2010
With Obama visit hours away, Coakley hits the trail - Boston Globe
Reuters | With Obama visit hours away, Coakley hits the trail Boston Globe Just hours before a visit from President Obama she hopes will lend a boost to her faltering campaign, Democrat Martha Coakley this morning hopped from a Dorchester church to a Brockton diner, asking for both prayers and votes ... Obama to campaign in crucial Massachusetts Senate race NH pols active in Mass. campaign McConnell: Mass. Senate race a health referendum |
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Friday, January 15, 2010
Haiti developments -- Wednesday - CNN International
The Guardian | Haiti developments -- Wednesday CNN International Look here for news updates on the aftermath of a 7.0 earthquake that struck Haiti. » |
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Thursday, January 14, 2010
UK aid workers arrive in Haiti to boost rescue efforts - BBC News
BBC News | UK aid workers arrive in Haiti to boost rescue efforts BBC News British aid workers have arrived in the Caribbean to assist rescue and relief efforts following the devastating earthquake in Haiti on Tuesday. An 80-strong rescue team is heading to Haitian capital Port-au-Prince. The 7.0-magnitude quake is feared to ... International earthquake relief begins arriving in a devastated Haiti Haiti Despairs as Quake Deaths Mount |
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Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Massive Earthquake Devastates Haiti - Voice of America
The Hindu | Massive Earthquake Devastates Haiti Voice of America The most powerful earthquake to strike Haiti in more than 200 years has left parts of the impoverished Caribbean nation in ruins, destroying buildings and burying people in the rubble. Witnesses say bodies were lining the streets of the capital, ... Red Cross: 3M likely affected by quake Earthquake devastation emerges in Haiti Haiti earthquake: UN staff killed as rescue effort continues |
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Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Funeral for vice president's mother set for Tuesday - CNN International
Kansas City Star | Funeral for vice president's mother set for Tuesday CNN International A funeral mass for Jean Biden, mother of Vice President Joe Biden, will be at 11 am ET Tuesday. (CNN) -- President Obama and the first lady will travel to Delaware on Tuesday to attend the funeral of Vice President Joe Biden's mother. ... Funeral set for Jean Finnegan Biden, vice president's mother, in Delaware ... VP Biden's 92-year-old mother dies Obama attends funeral for VP's mother |
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Monday, January 11, 2010
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Magnitude 6.5 earthquake rattles Eureka in Northern California - Los Angeles Times
NEWS.com.au | Magnitude 6.5 earthquake rattles Eureka in Northern California Los Angeles Times The temblor snaps power lines, shatters windows and is felt over a wide area, but no major injuries are reported. 'It was a monstrous one,' a merchant says. The quake created a mess at a Natural Foods store. (Shaun Walker / Eureka Times-Standard ... 6.5 quake rocks Humboldt County Large quake rocks North Coast 6.5 quake shakes buildings on California coast |
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Saturday, January 9, 2010
Michigan to get $224 million in clean energy credits - Detroit Free Press
VietNamNet Bridge | Michigan to get $224 million in clean energy credits Detroit Free Press WASHINGTON -- President Barack Obama unveiled Friday $2.3 billion in tax credits for manufacturing clean energy goods, including $224 million for Michigan factories to boost solar cell and wind turbine production. ... Obama Refocuses on Jobs After Weak Labor Report Obama Tries to Turn Focus to Jobs, if Other Events » |
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Friday, January 8, 2010
Analysis: So Many Dots, So Much Sharing. What Now? - New York Times
CBC.ca | Analysis: So Many Dots, So Much Sharing. What Now? New York Times By AP The latest on President Obama, his administration and other news from Washington and around the nation. Join the discussion. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Before 9/11, US intelligence officials had little information about terrorism, and they hoarded it. ... Obama takes steps to bolster security Obama Says Anti-Terror 'Buck' Stops With Him Report on failed Christmas terror attack released |
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Thursday, January 7, 2010
Sen. Dodd can now focus on his legacy - Los Angeles Times
The Guardian | Sen. Dodd can now focus on his legacy Los Angeles Times After deciding not to seek reelection, the Connecticut Democrat is poised to make the compromises necessary to push his proposed financial regulations through the Senate. "I love my job as your senator, I always have, and still do," Dodd told ... Surprise Senate retirements complicate Democrats' prospects Dodd's retirement decision may boost chances for financial regulatory overhaul Departures Shake Democrats |
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Tuesday, January 5, 2010
AP sources: Conn. Sen. Chris Dodd to retire - Houston Chronicle
CBS News | AP sources: Conn. Sen. Chris Dodd to retire Houston Chronicle WASHINGTON รข€" Connecticut Sen. Christopher Dodd, a five-term Democrat whose political stock began f » |
Monday, January 4, 2010
Clinton urges Yemen to act - Los Angeles Times
Times Online | Clinton urges Yemen to act Los Angeles Times The US secretary of State says American aid to the beleaguered Arab government depends on it moving decisively to curb terrorists and stabilize the nation. By Paul Richter and Peter Nicholas Reporting from Washington - Secretary of State Hillary Rodham ... In Yemen, US Faces Leader Who Puts Family First Yemen fertile ground for terror groups Yemen instability poses a 'global threat', says Clinton |
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