Housing Crisis Casts Shadow Over Obama Re election
In battleground states Florida Arizona Nevada Ohio and Michigan foreclosures surge as mortgage underwater rates rise. Analysts say the housing slump shapes voter views and could dent Obama support ahead of the 2012 election. The president acknowledges housing missteps and vows to improve efforts to stabilize home values and keep owners in their homes.
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Navy clears gay WWII veteran record in landmark action
Navy moved Melvin Dwork from undesirable to honorable discharge, allowing eligibility for benefits including medical care and burial. The Board for Corrections of Naval Records cited exemplary service and justice as it noted a radical shift from 1944 policies. The case highlights evolving policy after dont ask dont tell and reflects broader historical expulsions of about 100000 gay service members.
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Solyndra loan reshuffled to aid donors amid bankruptcy
The Obama administration restructured a $535 million Solyndra loan to let private investors, including a fundraiser for Obama, recover before taxpayers if the company defaulted. Critics say the move favored political supporters while Solyndra filed for Chapter 11 with about 1,100 employees laid off.
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