Americans relieved that presidential race is over
In Chicago and across the nation, voters express relief that the 2004 election outcome is settled. Guests at the Billy Goat tavern say Kerry’s concession shows democracy works, while others warn future elections may invite legal challenges and extended disputes.
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Family recalls fallen soldier Charles Webb in Hamilton tribute
Webb, an Army sergeant killed in Iraq, left a family in Alabama and Texas. His sister Describe him as kind and dedicated to helping others. He trained at Fort Leonard Wood and planned to study education after service. He was to return from Iraq in July 2005, after a two week leave. Funeral planned in Hamilton.
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GOP conservatives expand grip as Republicans win big
Republicans secured at least 231 House seats and likely one more, a three seat gain, and control the Senate 55 to 44 with a Democratic leaning independent. Senate leaders hailed the victory as a milestone while Daschle lost to John Thune, signaling a shift toward more conservative lawmakers in southern and GOP-leaning states.
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Bush Wins Electoral Victory After Fraught Final Counting
Bush claimed a 274 to 252 electoral lead with 114 million votes cast as provisional Ohio ballots loomed. Kerry conceded after Ohio bloc and urged unity while Cahill noted no provisional gains enough to flip the result. Bush urged national healing and vowed to earn continued trust.
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Kerry Ends Presidential Bid After Earlier Hopes Fade
Kerry withdraws from the presidential race after advisers conclude no mathematical path to victory. Exit polls had signaled win potential early, but Florida turned and campaign flaws emerged, including a perceived lack of warmth and inconsistent messaging. Michael Adams, among others, shared stories of hardship at campaign stops like Xenia, Ohio, as Kerry named heroes and urged support.
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Counties boost Bush votes across Butler Warren Clermont Hamilton
Butler County led with 106,735 Bush Cheney ballots to 54,185 for Kerry Edwards, a 66 to 34 margin, while Warren and Clermont counties followed as Republican strongholds. Turnout neared 74 percent in Warren with 93,321 ballots cast and 20,000 new voters registered statewide. local GOP leaders credited rallies and Issue 1’s gay marriage amendment for mobilizing conservative voters in the region.
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