New York writer faces cattle industry furor over piece
New York writer Michael Pollen drew scrutiny from the Blair family and Poky Feeders after publishing a critical article on the cattle feedlot system. Ranchers dispute his portrayal while industry officials defend antibiotics and estrogen discussions as misunderstood.
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US troops battle suspected al-Qaida fighters near Khost
US led special forces fought two firefights near Khost Afghanistan close to the Pakistan border. Up to four suspected al-Qaida militants were killed as a reconnaissance team was engaged and forced to return fire. Australian troops reported being fired upon during the mission.
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Chinese VP Hu Jintao Visits Pentagon Amid Tense U S Ties
Washington AP Hu Jintao becomes the highest ranking Chinese official to visit the Pentagon in a visit seen as a test of U S Chinese military relations. He arrives with Cheney hosting and will meet Bush Rumsfeld Powell and congressional leaders as China ponders next steps.
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Circus thrills crowd at fairgrounds arena
April Harbaugh of Garden City attended with her 1 year old Darian and 9 year old Mishaela. The family heard about the circus on the radio and found the event a good exposure to performing arts for southwest Kansas kids. Mishaela was anxious before the show but enjoyed riding the elephant afterward. Darian clutched a plastic scepter and interacted with other children during the outing.
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Jeb Bush Emotions at Florida Drug Summit
Governor Jeb Bush sobbed while thanking supporters after his daughter Noelle’s arrest on drug charges at a Tallahassee drug treatment and abuse prevention summit. He credited prayers, quiet counsel, and noted Florida cut adult drug use from 8 percent to 4 percent.
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Lawmakers debate tax questions and compromise in Kansas
Lawmakers pursue tax reform with a push for Democratic involvement in raising taxes and crafting a budget. Sen Janis Lee calls for fair balanced measures, including education funding and nursing home workers, before any tax hike. Proposals range from 266 to 364 million with cigarette and sales taxes, estate tax, and income tax changes. Rep Melvin Neufeld notes support for certain levies but opposition to removing sales tax exemptions as leaders weigh budget priorities such as slots and the highway bill.
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