Court tosses gay marriage ban in California ruling
The Ninth Circuit ruled California Proposition 8 unconstitutional as harming a minority with no compelling reason. The decision orders California to resume issuing marriage licenses to same sex couples while giving opponents time to appeal. The dissent argued bans may promote opposite sex parenting. The ruling focuses on California though it affects nine Western states.
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Obama backs super PAC support after criticizing money in politics
President Obama reverses stance to urge donors to back Priorities USA, a Democratic super PAC, arguing it levels the playing field against large Republican funded groups. Campaign officials say the move aims to shield grassroots fundraising from overwhelming negative ads and protect his re election bid.
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Obama adviser defends birth control rule stance on religious freedom
Washington AP report quotes Axelrod saying the administration does not abridge religious freedom in the contraception mandate for church affiliated employers. He notes the goal to protect women's health, while acknowledging strain with Roman Catholic leaders and the need to balance access with religious prerogatives. Romney criticized as political football.
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Obama laments politicized wife in White House role
President Obama says his wife Michelle has been dragged into politics and that the first lady is as good as anyone could imagine. He notes Americans view her positively and backs her readiness for another four years, despite initial reservations about Washington. He commented during an NBC interview.
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Annual meeting notice for Rural Water District 1 Kansas
The Rural Water District 1 Franklin County Kansas will hold its annual meeting for participating members at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday February 21 2012 at Ottawa Township Hall. Directors to be elected for three year terms and the operating budget will be presented along with proposed bylaw amendments and other business.
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