Iraqi provincial elections largely peaceful amid complaints
Iraqi voters braved checkpoints in a mostly peaceful provincial election as officials hailed turnout and order. Critics raised concerns over voting lists omissions and claims of political manipulation, while observers urged patience as results are awaited and parties begin post election horse-trading.
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President Obama outlined steps to lower mortgage costs and extend loans to small businesses as he prepares spending plans for the second installment of the $700 billion financial rescue. He urged tools to unfreeze credit and curb executive excess while Treasury officials explore options, including a possible bad bank, to revive credit and jobs.
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