Massive federal drug case targets PharMacom International
In Cedar Rapids six men face a 31 count indictment for drug conspiracy money laundering and distribution tied to PharMacom International for selling more than 12.5 million hydrocodone pills online in 2003 and 2004. The trial could span six weeks and involve 446000 documents.
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Stephanie Rose
Iowa
Pharmacom International Corp
Renegade lunch lady spurs push for healthier school meals
Ann Cooper overhauled Berkeley district menus from chicken nuggets to roast chicken and salad bars. Nutrition experts urge Congress to rewrite the farm bill to fund healthier options, but Senate action stalled, delaying reforms likely until next year.
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Los Angeles Times
Washington
Ann Cooper
Berkeley
Calif
Cooper
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Religion shapes presidential campaigns in Iowa races
The Gazette notes how religious beliefs influence campaign discussions as candidates address abortion same sex marriage deficits and war. Experts say religious arguments are permissible but democracy hinges on clear reasons from voters and leaders. Evangelical Christians’ role is highlighted in this political context.
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Gazette
Iowa
Howard Rhodes
University of Iowa
Faith groups shape Iowa caucus questions in campaigns
The article notes candidates face increased scrutiny of religion in dialogue. It cites Evangelical influence on lawmakers and how Romney's Mormonism and Obama’s faith are examined as debates on abortion stem cell research and same sex marriage rise in coverage.
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Rhodes
Massachusetts
Mitt Romney
United Church of Christ
Barack Obama
High price of failure at peace conference
The Annapolis peace conference gathers more than 45 nations as the Mideast summit aims to relaunch negotiations after seven years of deadlock. Tony Blair calls the talks crucial for moderates and regional stability while leaders warn the price of failure could empower radical Islamists and escalate conflict.
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Steven Gutkin
Associated Press
Jerusalem
Mideast
U.S
Middle East
Holy Land
Annapolis
Tony Blair
Bush
Rivka Cohen
Ehud Olmert
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