Ventura names interim U.S. Senator in Minnesota stalemate
Gov Jesse Ventura named adviser Dean Barkley as interim senator leaving the Senate split 49 49 with two independents. Barkley 52 a former Democrat and critic of both major parties framed his approach as a blend of social concerns and pragmatic policy. Mondale questioned Coleman's independence from the White House while Coleman called Mondale's criticisms divisive.
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Election scramble heads for decision
President Bush barnstormed through four battleground states for a final appeal to Republicans in Congress to boost turnout in key races. The narrative mixed upbeat GOP hopes with caution over cycles and polls as six to eight races define control, including South Dakota where Tim Johnson faces John Thune and Daschle looms large.
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U S forces kill top al Qaida associate in Yemen
U S forces killed Qaed Salim Sinan al Harethi, a top associate of Osama bin Laden, in a northwest Yemen car strike using a Hellfire missile. Defense Secretary Rumsfeld commented on the operation while Yemeni officials noted ongoing monitoring of suspected al Qaida activity in the area.
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HBO action prompts cops to curb Sopranos night promotions
Chicago restaurant owner received a cease and desist from HBO after promoting a Sunday night Sopranos viewing with a floor show and napkin prop humor. HBO spokesman Jeff Cusson said the network no longer endorses the promotion while the piece notes the show’s large overall audience and bars using the hit to draw crowds.
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