Poll finds persistent prejudice against blacks in US
An Associated Press poll shows 51 percent express explicit anti black attitudes and 56 percent display anti black sentiment on an implicit test, with 57 percent harboring anti Hispanic views. Experts say progress has been slow and polarization remains. Obama’s re election prospects could be influenced by these attitudes and reactions vary by measurement method.
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Romney and Obama Spur Drive as Hurricane Harries Election
Romney campaigns across Florida pressing bipartisanship while storm Sandy disrupts schedules. Obama hustles to New Hampshire stressing four crucial electoral votes amid a race with 270 needed and a tight map. Both parties scramble to maximize turnout and avoid politics over public safety as the hurricane looms.
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Iraqi bombings kill dozens during Eid al Adha in Baghdad
Insurgents unleashed bombings across Baghdad killing at least 40, hitting Sadr City hardest with car bombs near a market and bus station. A blast near a playground wounded many as Iran bound pilgrims bus was struck. Authorities boosted checkpoints and undercover intelligence to secure the Eid al Adha holiday.
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Bawiya
Bassem Mohammed
Baghdad
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Interior Ministry
Navy replaces admiral leading strike group
The U.S. Navy says it is replacing the admiral in charge of an aircraft carrier strike group in the Middle East while an internal investigation into undisclosed allegations of inappropriate judgment proceeds. Rear Adm. Charles M. Gaouette is being reassigned to Bremerton, Washington, aboard the USS John C. Stennis.
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Middle East
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Bremerton
Wash
Bombings push Syria Eid cease-fire toward collapse
Clashes and bombings shattered a U N backed Eid al Adha truce in Syria on its second day. A war plane flattened a three story building and a car bomb killed many as both sides traded gunfire across hotspots, with 151 dead in the first full day of fighting.
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