Washington Rampup in Education Policy Debate
Democrats say Republican led classroom changes harm public schools. Florida Governor Bush and President Bush touted reforms while Meek notes voter backed education shifts in Florida. A former state senator, Meek won to replace his mother Carrie Meek in the Miami area House seat, completing her fifth term. Family of a man convicted in Lincoln assassination case pledges continued effort despite legal setbacks. Mary Mudd McHale said the family would press on.
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GOP Congress Faces Tough Hunt for Immediate Wins
Republicans celebrate a Senate gain but face a hard road to swift wins as midterm losses haunt Democrats. Leaders like John McCain and Richard Lugar test party unity on Iraq policy while deficits pressure defense and homeland security funding. Diehard stalemate looms with 51 or 52 votes, and lame duck session plans drift amid homeland security debates.
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Native American vote shifts SD Senate and OK governorship
A surge in American Indian turnout influenced the South Dakota Senate race and Oklahoma governor contest. The First Americans Education program organized efforts to mobilize Indian voters, aiming to convert historically low turnout into electoral sway and shape key results.
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Farmers seek drought aid in 2003 Washington
Farmers in drought battered regions press for relief as Congress prepares for a 2008 session under Republican control. The report notes debates over aid, agriculture programs, and a $752 million figure tied to drought relief efforts.
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