Grandmothers shed tears as church offers prayers
In Manhattan Riverside Church a standing ovation welcomed Elian Gonzalez s grandmothers Raquel Rodriguez and Mariela Quintana as about 2000 worshippers prayed for his return to Cuba. They arrived Friday met with Janet Reno Saturday and plan to leave Monday. The two women emphasized their wish for the child s well being and questioned motives to keep him in the United States. The case has drawn lawmakers and political reactions from both sides.
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Backward look at Iowa caucuses shapes early 2000 race
The piece argues that Iowa caucus results are read in reverse, with leaders presumed before ballots. Bush is forecast to win the Republican side and Gore the Democratic race, while challengers like Bradley and Forbes manage expectations. It notes campaign strategies, spending in Iowa, and the move to New Hampshire.
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Congregation splits with national church over gays
In Belleville Illinois the Hope United Church of Christ voted 81 percent to sever ties with the United Church of Christ over liberal policies including accepting homosexuals. Pastor Darrell Coons said the 527 member church will remain intact and operate as Hope Church. The Illinois South Conference head noted the split stemmed from disagreement with national policy.
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Autobytel to offer direct online car purchases nationwide
Autobytel will launch Autobytes DIRECT at the National Auto Dealers convention in Orlando to let online shoppers test drive and take delivery of vehicles without visiting a lot. It will dispatch cars for test drives or final purchases through its 3,200 subscribing dealers, while acknowledging it may not always offer the lowest price on popular models.
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