California moves to buy power to avert cash-strapped utilities
Gov. Gray Davis declared a state of emergency as California faces a second day of rolling blackouts. ISO staged 3 alerts as utilities brace for shortages, with up to 1.3 million homes powered and banks, elevators, and ATMs affected while Davis seeks emergency funds to prevent utility bankruptcies.
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Calif
ISO
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California
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Pacific Northwest
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Modesto
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Pacific Gas and Electric Co
Patrick Dorinson
Folsom
Bush faces quick tasks before inauguration in Washington
President elect Bush plans a flurry of engagements over two days including a talk to the Republican National Committee and meals across Washington. Senate hearings loom for Ashcroft Powell O Neill and Whitman as Bush reflects on West Texas roots and unity themes before his January 20 oath.
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Christine
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Texas
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White House
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Harvard Business School
House
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Florida
Ashcroft
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Senate Judiciary Committee
Ronnie White
Missouri Supreme Court
GOP
Ashcroft Seen Narrowly On Track For Confirmation
Washington Democrats debate which Ashcroft will appear as Senate scrutiny intensifies. The nominee faces questions on his past actions including a death penalty ruling and a pledge to enforce laws despite personal beliefs. Uncertainty remains over abortion rights and gun control stances.
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Dick Durbin
D-ill
White
Ashcroft
Supreme Court
Senate
Jackson discloses extramarital child in Washington
Civil rights activist Jesse Jackson announced he fathered a child from an affair. He accepted responsibility and apologized, noting ongoing emotional and financial support and his wish for privacy for the mother and daughter. His spokesman said the move aimed to preempt tabloid reports.
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Jesse Jackson
Jackson
Luther King Jr
John Scanlon
Scanlon
Rainbow-Push Coalition
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