Clinton's WV win dents Obama delegate path
Clinton carried West Virginia by 67 percent, but Obama gained two more superdelegates and widened his delegate lead to 1,885 against Clinton's 1,717 toward the 2,026 needed for the nomination. The rally noted swing-state strength while Obama campaigned in Michigan and Missouri.
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Farm bill funds aid for rich and poor across issues
A 300 billion farm bill blends tax breaks for Kentucky racehorse owners, aid for Hawaii and Alaska farmers, salmon farmers in the Pacific Northwest, and expanded food stamps. It seeks broad support as the House and Senate push final passage amid a Bush veto threat, with regional incentives to win votes and conservation financing measures included.
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Violence rises as Mexican police seek U S asylum
AP reports three Mexican police chiefs seek political asylum in the United States amid escalating drug war violence spilling over the border. Ahern says officials are interviewed and cases reviewed. deadly clashes and assassinations heighten risk as cartels battle for territory. Mexican crackdown under Calderon has deployed over 24,000 soldiers and police.
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