Democrats wary of Obama's final health push amid filibuster fears
In Washington, many Democrats warn that Obama's bid for near universal health care faces a narrow window and political peril after a special election cost them a filibuster-proof Senate majority. Obama urged an up or down vote and rejected redrafting, saying Congress should finish work and he will sign reform into law.
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Southwest Kansas Coalition aims for Washington trip highlights
Officials from Dodge City Garden City and Liberal map a March 22 to 23 Washington visit to press Kansas lawmakers on highway infrastructure and immigration resource gaps in the region. The trip will meet with Sen. Sam Brownback Pat Roberts and Rep. Jerry Moran plus local delegates as budget gaps tighten state and federal funding. A key aim is to advocate a DHS USCIS satellite office to speed citizenship pathways.
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Chilean military launches postquake aid drive in Concepcion
Chilean troops rolled out food and water to quake survivors in Concepcion, delivering oil, flour, and beans as looting fears eased. Soldiers and municipal crews distributed aid blocks, amid questions over aid targets and families of soldiers. The 8.8 magnitude quake and tsunami left 802 dead and widespread destruction along the Pacific coast.
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New CILSWKS appoints Dea Kent as CEO amid budget gaps
Dea Kent, former CFO, named chief executive of the Center for Independent Living Southwest Kansas. Roy Dixon, board president, says Kent’s leadership already yields staff gains as the center faces a $650,000 Medicaid loss and 10 percent funding cuts.
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