Iraqi leader calls plan for power handover unacceptable
In Baghdad Abdul Aziz al Hakim said the U S backed blueprint for Iraq’s sovereignty transfer is unacceptable as it stands and urged elections to choose a new legislature rather than appointment by regional caucuses. The plan was signed Nov 15 by Bremer and the Governing Council.
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CIA names new inspector to lead Iraq WMD search
Charles Duelfer, veteran investigator and No. 2 UN weapons inspector in Iraq, takes over the Iraq Survey Group to determine Saddam Hussein’s weapons programs. He pledges to pursue the truth despite skepticism about immediate threats and will guide about 1,400 scientists and experts through documents, facilities, and interviews.
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Kerry critics Bush on veterans care in NH race notes
Kerry accused the Bush administration of shortchanging veterans citing delays in health care and reduced disability pensions. The piece also tracks Dean Greenspan Lieberman Clark Edwards and the NH primary contest as candidates seek momentum.
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Mean Dean doll unveiled by HeroBuilders in California
A Connecticut firm released a 12 inch Mean Dean action figure inspired by Howard Dean's Iowa scream. The $36 figure features a black shirt with a Confederate flag and three versions, including one with a Dean speech voice chip.
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Bush says politics won’t interfere with his work
President Bush told mayors he will not let election-year politics derail his work and urged bipartisan cooperation on key initiatives. He announced plans for a campaign trip to New Hampshire and Connecticut to raise funds and aid his re election push, while Giuliani planned two appearances there to energize Republicans.
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