Democrats Seek to Reignite Voter Passion in 2010
In a tight national climate Democrats strive to rebuild support as Obama fatigue grows. Polls show Republicans more energized, with 435 House seats on the ballot and about 75 at risk. Activists like Bryan Lentz push practical messages while voters like DreXel Hitt and Sandra Greaves reflect mixed loyalties amid urging turnout efforts and new campaign offices.
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Obama calls black lawmakers to mobilize voters this fall
President Barack Obama urged black lawmakers to rally turnout amid doubts about black enthusiasm. Speaking to the Congressional Black Caucus at the Washington Convention Center he warned Republicans seek to turn back progress and stressed the need to organize now. He highlighted the economic pain in African American neighborhoods and urged efforts to finish the plan he campaigned on.
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Bedbugs defy quick fix as experts warn of resistance
Raleigh entomologist says a short term cure is unlikely and exterminators report spiraling infestations. Heat treatments are emerging as a new option while pesticides fail against resistant bedbugs and a NC State group uses DNA sequencing to trace origins of U S populations.
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