Obama State of the Union challenges gap between rich and poor
President Obama vows to shrink the income gap with higher taxes on the rich and aid for jobless workers and homeowners. He invites Republicans to join but warns against gridlock while urging fair access, college aid, refinancing for homeowners, and accountability for rising tuition. Gabrielle Giffords receives applause amid a tense political year.
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Lawmakers criticize Obama State of the Union address
Kansas Republicans called Obama's State of the Union more political than policy. Senator Pat Roberts urged a plan and leadership with results, while Representative Lynn Jenkins criticized divisive rhetoric. Tim Huelskamp said the president runs from his record.
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Nation's oldest federal judge Wesley Brown dies at 104
U S District Judge Wesley Brown, the nation's oldest sitting federal judge, died at 104 in a Wichita assisted living center. The longtime jurist, who served for life or good behavior, remained active on the bench into advanced age and presided over notable cases including a cash-for-tickets scheme involving former EU athletics department employees.
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