Wisconsin abortion waiting period signed by governor
Governor Tommy Thompson signed a stringent abortion law in Wisconsin on Tuesday requiring a in person doctor consultation at least 24 hours before an abortion with limited rape and incest exceptions. Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin planned to seek an injunction to block the law from taking effect. The statute also mandates specific patient doctor discussions of procedure risks alternatives and social services.
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Southwest passengers react to sudden event at gate
Passengers wept as a South Tear emergence drew a bittersweet ovation for the flight crew, with Southwest saying Kristie Kerr described the moment. House Speaker Newt Gingrich is slated as permanent chairman for the summer Republican convention alongside temporary co-chairs New Jersey Governor Christine Todd Whitman and Texas Governor. Also named were abortion-rights opponents Henry Hyde and Michael Leavitt to head the platform committee.
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Senate tightens immigrant aid controls on sponsors
The Senate voted to bar immigrants from public assistance unless a sponsor’s income is deemed part of the immigrant’s finances. An amendment to preserve most government benefits for legal immigrants failed, while Graham won approval to maintain the Cuban Adjustment Act. The measure aims to double border patrols, verify eligibility for job seekers, stiffen penalties for fraud, and deny welfare to illegal entrants.
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Desperate desert survival of 18 month old in Deming case
An 18 month old girl, Tasha Taylor, survived about 20 hours in the desert after her father allegedly abandoned her while fleeing the murder of Rhonda A. Taylor at the couple’s trailer near Deming New Mexico. She was found with sunburn and thorns in her feet and later released from hospital. Father Charlie Taylor faces murder and child abandonment charges.
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