New Hampshire House Fails To Overturn Death Penalty Veto
The New Hampshire House on Tuesday failed to override Governor Jeanne Shaheen's veto of a repeal bill. The vote was 194 for the override, 148 against, 34 short of two thirds. The measure would have repealed capital punishment, though the state has not executed since 1939 and faces no current death row or capital murder trials. The Senate previously approved the bill 14-10.
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Presbyterians push ban on gay marriage ceremonies
A Presbyterian Church panel urged the General Assembly to approve a ban on same sex union ceremonies. The 25-22 vote followed debated amendments to the Book of Order as the 560 member assembly convenes in Long Beach. If approved, ministers and elders nationwide must consent.
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Long Beach
Delays top list of airline complaints
Federal investigators said Tuesday that passenger dissatisfaction with delays lost luggage and overbooked flights persists despite some improvement in customer service. The department reports delay complaints rose 8 percent to 2,842 in the first four months of 2000 from 1,546 a year earlier.
Distracted drivers hazard spurs safety campaign
NETS researchers with government and corporate members estimate 4000 to 8000 daily crashes result from driver distraction. A Wirthlin survey of 1026 drivers found 15 percent never talk to passengers or adjust controls while behind the wheel. Officials urge education and better training to recognize and curb distraction.
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Millman
Mark Edwards
AAA
Lawmakers push gas tax suspension plan
Lawmakers debate a temporary federal gas tax rollback as prices rise. GOP leaders including Blunt support hold harmless provisions to shield highway funding, while Bush blames Clinton regs and Gore accuses oil firms of price manipulation. State averages near $1.70 to $1.78, national $1.65.
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Controversial play defends timing of evolution debate
A Washington group uses theater to stage the Scopes Trial era clash over teaching evolution. Ed Asner will portray Bryan and James Cromwell Darrow, with Shirley Knight narrating. A KU panel followed by talks from evolution and creationism advocates features Leonard Krishtalka Eugenie Scott and Edward Larson. Tickets cost 20 reserved 15 students seniors.
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Shirley Knight
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Intelligent Design Network
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Lied Center
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