Saddam tape denies Najaf bombing role amid Iraqi cabinet move
A taped message, attributed to Saddam Hussein, denies involvement in the Najaf shrine bombing that killed Ayatollah Mohammad Baqir al Hakim and 124 others as Najaf mourners march. In Baghdad, Iraq’s Governing Council names a new Cabinet, aiming to reclaim authority from the American occupation.
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Domestic abuse dismissals rise as victims refuse to testify
In Linn County forty percent of domestic abuse cases are dismissed before trial because victims refuse to testify. Johnson County shows 36 percent conviction and 20 percent dismissal in the January to June period. Prosecutors say fear or reconciliation efforts leave prosecutors with weak cases.
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the Gazette
Linn County
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Gazette Orty
Johnson County
Harold Denton
Linn
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Buchanan
Washington
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Genes and class shape childhood IQ differences
A Washington Post summary reports a study finding that genetics largely explain IQ gaps among children in wealthier families while environment drives differences for poor minorities. It suggests early intervention programs like Head Start can aid the poor, supporting public funding.
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Rural Medicare drug plan gap widens in study
A Center for American Progress report says rural Medicare recipients lack drug coverage at twice the rate of city residents and spend about 25 percent more on prescriptions. John Podesta calls for fairer, more equitable rural Medicare improvements as Congress hammers out reform.
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CAPS recommends keeping benefits for low income seniors and rural fallback
The Center for American Progress urges Congress to preserve House provisions extending benefits to low income seniors who may qualify for Medicaid and to maintain a Senate fallback for rural areas with no private insurers. It calls for stable administration and targeted rural funding to prevent higher costs in nonurban areas.
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Iowa Caucuses heating up after Labor Day campaign uptick
Democratic presidential contenders sharpen focus in Iowa as campaign activity increases after Labor Day. John Norris, Kerry's Iowa campaign manager, says more people will start paying attention and candidates will intensify statewide efforts.
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Gazette
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Race shaping up in South Carolina and Iowa campaign trail
The article surveys how the race is shaping up with 5A Democrats rallying in Des Moines 3B TM Dean and 3B Kucinich visiting Iowa City. It notes activists and opinion leaders drive activity while average Iowans are distracted with campaign events and fundraising efforts.
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