Democrats press for more early contests in 2008 primaries
Democratic leaders urged adding at least two more states to join Iowa and New Hampshire in opening voting for 2008. The plan seeks greater racial and geographic diversity while preserving Iowa and New Hampshire's front positions amid debate over pace and permanence.
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U S Forces Attack Town Near Syria In Sabah Village
About 1 000 U S troops backed by helicopters and warplanes swept Sabah near the Syrian border aiming to root out al Qaida in Iraq. Missiles hit houses as Marines and insurgents clashed in the streets amid vows of all out war on Shiites and unrest before the Oct 15 referendum.
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Iraq war toll rises as bombings claim many lives
An AP tally puts the dead at 1345 in the Iraq conflict. Two U S soldiers died on patrols, one in Baghdad and one in Beiji. Kidnappings hit Interior Minister Bayan Jabr Solagh and another ministry official’s son. A Danish soldier was killed in Basra and about 500 detainees were released from Abu Ghraib.
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Bush cites progress by Iraq security forces
President Bush in his weekly radio address praised the growing size and capability of Iraqi security forces as a milestone toward possible U.S. troop withdrawals. He cited commanders and noted more than 100 Iraqi battalions operating, with over 30 capable of leading combat operations with U.S. support. The remarks contrasted with cautious assessments from Gen. Casey about readiness for substantial troop cuts.
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