Senators push to halt stimulus funds for overseas wind projects
A group of four Democratic senators led by Chuck Schumer urged Treasury to pause the Recovery Act renewable energy program until legislation ensures funds create or preserve U.S. jobs. They cited a report saying most grants went to foreign firms and turbines from abroad.
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Quake Strikes Chile Hit to Fishing and Wine Sectors
The Talcahuano tsunami wrecked 50 ton fishing boats and a port, wiping out about 40 million in annual anchovy and sardine business. Quake damage closed bridges and split roads, disrupting salmon exports and wine markets as investors struggle to reach vineyards.
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Kaine confident on health care push despite GOP threats
Democratic Party chair Tim Kaine says the health care overhaul will pass and GOP threats to turn it into a major midterm issue help Democrats. He defends using reconciliation to advance the bill, noting it mirrors Bush era tactics, and says Republicans opposing it could backfire politically. Kaine spoke on NBC's Today show.
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