Obama says trip to Iraq could refine his policy
Obama defends plan to end U S combat troop presence within 16 months while saying his Iraq trip could refine but not alter policy. He rejects claims from McCain team of shifting stance, reiterating he views the war as a strategic error and pledges careful withdrawal after assessment with commanders.
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Obama
Iraq
Force
N.D
Barack Obama
U.S
Illinois
John McCain
Fargo
McCain
McCain and Obama differ on Latin America policy
McCain and Obama outline distinct Latin America strategies as McCain promotes hardline, counter narcotics and free trade while Obama favors diplomacy, soft power and foreign aid. McCain praises Uribe and Calderon and cites joint anti narcotics efforts during a three day tour visiting Colombia and Mexico.
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Mexico City
John McCain
Colombia
Mexico
United States
Latin America
McCain
R-Ariz
Barack Obama
D-Nl
Bush
Obama
Peace Corp
U.S
Central
South America
America
Alvaro Uribe
Felipe Calderon
Mexican Federal Judicial Police
Uribe
Family rebuilt after uninsured fire devastates home
Shannon Shannan and fiancé Richard Turner face a long rebuild after a destructive fire that left their home uninsured. Their seven children and a pregnant relative gather in a tight-knit Eastside community that is rallying with donations, labor, and support as they plan repairs and seek estimates. The Red Cross aided with essentials, and neighbors pitch in with paint, wiring, and shelter for their dog.
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Barr
Shannon
Dominicke McCawley
Beard
Richard Turner
Shorter
Dominicke
Domitrious McCawley
Mariah Howard
Destini and
Kristine Howard
Sarah Turner
Richie Turner
Shannan
Leah Worester
Shirley
Jesus
Austin Elser
Elli
Red Wilson
People
Eastside
Vangent Inc
American Red Cross
Jane Blocher
Douglas County
City budget plan weighs new sales taxes and transit costs
Corliss outlined a 2009 budget shifting funds to city employee pay and health insurance while linking transit to a potential sales tax. He warned a limited system would still require higher taxes or cuts to services, and stressed transit support hinges on voter approval. The plan includes rental registration expansion and higher water rates with modest sewer and trash increases and merit-based raises.
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Corliss
Westar Energy
Rob Chestnut
Chestnut
Oread
Clinton
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Star Roses
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