Kerry picks Edwards as Democratic running mate
Kerry chooses Edwards as his vice presidential candidate to add blue collar appeal while facing Republican attacks over foreign policy experience. The ticket aims to unite, with Edwards praised for middle class values, and Bush’s team launching ads denigrating Edwards as a liberal.
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Edwards profile shapes 2004 presidential bid from North Carolina roots
The son of mill workers from Robins NC rises in politics, pursuing a Democratic presidential bid after early Senate advocacy on patient rights. He gains attention as a potential Gore running mate, winning in South Carolina's primary and promoting the Two Americas thesis before winding back exploratory travel post 9 11 and postponing reelection plans.
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Iraqis threaten to kill Jordanian militant amid Fallujah strikes
Iraqi forces face insurgent threats as US aircraft drop two tons of bombs on a Fallujah safehouse linked to Jordanian militant Abu Musab Zarqawi. Prime Minister Allawi says intelligence guided the strike, while clashes kill and wound Marines and Iraqi police endure attacks near Latifiya and Yayieji. NATO weighs future alliance roles in Baghdad.
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Rainfall Patterns Roughly Favor Drying Alfalfa and Timing
Local farmers note June rain surpassed the 30 year average and July rains to date plus substantial open pan evaporation keep soil saturated. They stress that timely rain matters more than total amount, warning August rain could be crucial for wheat planting and fall harvest.
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Weather mutes holiday festivities amid planned fireworks
Local vendors report rain as a pivotal factor for a last night holiday rush. Lang laments the rain would have helped earlier, while Vernita Cott and others note wet conditions hurt business. A few men, Jason Irsik and Taylor Popejoy, attempted to light devices, but showers forced them indoors.
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