New Congress to be slightly more diverse
The article notes a record 22 Hispanic and 37 Black members in the House, with 14 women in the Senate and 60 in the House for 2003. It highlights ongoing gender and racial disparities, mentions Alaska Governor Murkowski’s daughter Lisa as a new female Senate member, and cites prominent political families and returning lawmakers.
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Cornyn lands high level committees in Senate
Sen. John Cornyn secured seats on three major committees including Judiciary, Armed Services and Environment and Public Works, with a path to review President Bush's judicial nominees. The Texas Republican, sworn in December to finish Phil Gramm’s term, emphasized strategy and service to Texas as he and Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison collaborate to shape key proposals and funding.
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Bush shows no adverse reaction to smallpox vaccine
President Bush has had no ill effects from his smallpox vaccination given on December 21, two weeks before a Camp David and Texas trip. White House press secretary Ari Fleischer said there were no reactions, noting the risks of first-time vaccination.
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