Democrats face tough Senate map in 2014 slide
Democrats confront a daunting 2014 Senate map led by 21 seats at risk and retirements. Michigan Senator Levin, West Virginia’s Rockefeller, New Jersey’s Lautenberg, and South Dakota’s Johnson loom as potential openings, while Republicans push to recruit strong candidates in Romney states amid a cautious midterm climate.
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Some communities seek to require gun ownership
Communities across the country discuss arming residents in wake of the Newtown school massacre. In Byron Maine the Board of Selectmen favors such an ordinance and residents will be asked to support it.
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Maine attorney general opposes Byron gun control ordinance
National briefs note to vote on Monday. The ordinances are largely unenforceable. Maine Attorney General Janet Mills calls Byron's ordinance null and void even if approved, arguing the laws aim to pre empt gun control efforts.
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Holmes Hospitalization Reveals Psychiatric Restraints
A court document states James Holmes was moved from jail to Denver Health Medical Center’s psychiatric ward on November 15 for immediate psychiatric evaluation and was frequently restrained during several days there. The motion seeks preservation of surveillance video of the incident.
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Obama Pressure Mounts on Gun Control as Biden Leads
Obama largely silent on gun legislation as bills move through Congress. Biden drives the push for tighter laws while the White House signals future vocal involvement if the process stalls. GOP divisions on immigration and terrorism flare as Republican contenders for 2016 surface, showing the party without a clear leader after Romney’s defeat.
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