Army policy allows married soldiers to sleep together in combat zones
A long-standing Army rule separating spouses serving together in war zones was lifted for some married couples since May 2006 in Iraq, with commanders deciding applicability in Afghanistan. Reports from couples and commanders indicate the policy reduces stress, boosts morale, and may aid retention, seen as a needed step for overall Army welfare.
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Afghanistan
Army
Mark Thornton
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Tibetan independence forces pledge deadly action plan
Public Security Bureau spokesman Wu Heping quotes that the group intends to organize self-styled death squads to carry violent attacks, asserting they fear bloodshed or sacrifice and aim to strike without restraint.
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China
Public Security Bureau
Wu Heping
Telegram invites signed letters to editor with contact details
The Telegram requests letters to the editor be signed and include writer address and phone number. All letters will be confirmed before publication and may be edited for libel and length. Limit is 500 words. general thank you notes only. form letters poems and business testimonials not printed. Contact options listed.
First Amendment principles quoted as foundation of rights
The passage reaffirms the First Amendment protections. It outlines that Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting free exercise. It also guards freedom of speech and of the press, and the right to assemble peacefully and petition government for redress.
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McCain and Obama debate race and policy in speeches
In Philadelphia Obama urged moving beyond racial polarization by exploring America's history and future healing, while McCain addressed foreign policy in Los Angeles outlining a diplomacy-first path and a broader post Bush agenda. He condemned unilateralism, urged Gitmo closure, global warming action, and a NATO solidarity with expanded G8 but excluding Russia, signaling a shift from past autocratic ties.
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Jailing drugs spins economy with a costly irony
William A. Collins argues that the drug war creates jobs for guards, cooks, and jailers, boosting spending through arrests and prison construction while draining state treasuries. He compares prohibition to regulation and calls for a Marshall Plan like approach to retrain workers as realigned policy. Distributed by MinutemanMedia.org.
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White House
William A. Collins
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Conn
MinutemanMedia.org
Frightening times ahead threaten economy and debt
A columnist warns of looming recession and financial turmoil in 2008 era on Bear Stearns bailout and Fed loans. He describes housing collapse and debt buildup, notes inflation risk, and suggests pacifists could curb war by cutting credit to the government. He emphasizes wealth gaps and credit dependence driving hardship.
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