Conrad-Gregg Amendment defeated
The proposal by Senators Conrad and Gregg to establish a congressional commission to recommend reductions in the federal deficit has failed to pass in the Senate. It need 60 votes but received only 53, with 46 against. 37 Democrats and 16 Republicans voted in favor of the proposal.
Republican opposition appears to have [...]
Hey, Vladimir, Man Up!
Vladimir Putin is worried about global cooling. That’s a reasonable fear, more reasonable than Al Gore’s, but we Minnesotans–here, one of my daughters–show Vladimir the way. Winter is to be enjoyed!
Of course, it’s less enjoyable if you have to shut down because you don’t have any power. Which is especially embarrassing if [...]
Future unclear: The main market in the centre of Kabul yesterday
The elections in Afghanistan, meant to showcase the progress made towards democracy, are in fresh disarray, sowing fear and uncertainty about the country’s future.
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H1N1 declaration should help hospitals better treat patients with virus
Fear of the H1N1influenza virus has emergency rooms and urgent care facilities swamped with patients.
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Harry Reid: Obama Earned It
A statement from the Senate Majority Leader:
“By ushering in a period of optimism in American politics, President Obama has become a great source of pride and inspiration for many Americans. I congratulate the President on this tremendous honor that he has earned with his dedication to a new type of politics based on hope [...]
Teachers Offer Conflicting Views on AP Program’s Rapid Growth
Most survey respondents support the program but fear less-prepared students could undermine quality.
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