Syria weighs partial troop pullout from Lebanon
Syria plans a partial withdrawal of forces from Lebanon with redeployment near the border, while the United States demands full removal. President Bush insists on complete withdrawal and warns of sanctions if Syria stays. Britain’s Straw rules out military action.
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Bush campaigns in New Jersey and Indiana for Social Security overhaul
President Bush pressed his Social Security overhaul in New Jersey and Indiana amid Democratic opposition and wary Republican support. He warned the system will pay out more than it takes in by 2018 and said he will keep presenting the problem. He highlighted two targeted GOP lawmakers facing tough re elections as Democrats prepared counter events.
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Bush budget would keep deficits above 200 billion each year
The Congressional Budget Office projects deficits exceeding 200 billion annually for the next decade under President Bush. The analysis to 2015 shows total shortfalls of 2.58 trillion, 1.6 trillion higher with permanent tax cuts. CBO cites Medicare and prescription drug costs as key added expenses.
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Marijuana treatment rates nearly triple since 1992 to 2002
The Associated Press reports treatment rates for marijuana rose nearly threefold in 1992 to 2002. White House policy spokesman Tom Riley calls marijuana a major addiction issue while legalization advocates say arrests drove the rise, not health-related treatment.
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Georgia abortion waiting period approved by Senate
Georgia lawmakers advance a 24 hour wait and parental notification mandate for minors. The bill, likely to be signed by Gov. Sonny Perdue, removes several controversial provisions and requires in person or phone contact with a clinic at least one day before abortion and one parent must be notified for a minor.
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