Ashcroft backs faith based funding push at Denver conference
Attorney General John Ashcroft urged expanded access to federal money for faith based groups, saying discrimination against religious groups blocks services. He noted Bush aims to advance the program despite Senate resistance, while critics warn it risks civil rights and First Amendment protections.
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Supreme Court rejects Sirhan Kennedy assassination appeal
The Supreme Court declined to hear Sirhan Sirhan's appeal claiming his California defense attorney, William Matthew Byrne Jr., later a prosecutor, was secretly aiding the government. Teeter noted additional appeals exist as Sirhan remains imprisoned for the 1968 Ambassador Hotel killing after Kennedy's California primary victory.
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State official joins reform meeting via video hookup
A state official will participate in a reform meeting through a video hookup from the territories, amid a bombing attack in Tel Aviv that killed 22 bystanders. The United States supported the conference and opposed Israel's move to bar a Palestinian delegation, with Israel controlling travel for Palestinians.
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IRS Amnesty Offered for Offshore Credit Card Holders
The IRS will grant amnesty to foreign account holders who disclose offshore credit cards used to hide income and evade U.S. taxes, plus provide details on promoters. Participants must act by April 15 to receive minor penalties or avoidance of punishment. after that, penalties and up to 20 years’ imprisonment may apply. The government estimates up to 1 million U.S. citizens hold undisclosed offshore cards.
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