Bush voices concern to pope over U S priest abuse crisis
President Bush met Pope John Paul II inside the Vatican and said he is concerned about the Catholic Church in America amid a sex abuse scandal. The pope, frail at 82, reaffirmed faith in American Catholics and offered a brief farewell blessing. Bush noted the church is a crucial American institution as he wrapped up a Europe visit.
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Supreme Court to weigh cross burning free speech limits
The Supreme Court agreed to review Virginia’s 50 year old cross burning ban amid appeals that it criminalizes threatening intimidation tied to race. The case could redefine state power to curb a practice tied to domestic terrorism while preserving constitutional speech. Virginia officials argue the law targets intimidation, not beliefs, and protects all citizens.
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Pakistan troops near Afghan border face potential shift to Kashmir
U S defense officials said Pakistan plans to pull troops from the Pakistan Afghanistan border to focus on the India Kashmir dispute. Officials warn the move could hinder the war on al Qaida and Taliban the border region is vital for tracking militants. British Foreign Secretary Straw and Deputy Secretary Armitage plan to visit the area to urge calm.
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