Rate farmer trial to begin today in Washington
Dwight Watson a 50 year old North Carolina farmer pleads not guilty to charges of making a false threat to use explosives and destroying government property after driving a tractor into a pond on the National Mall and sitting for two days amid major traffic jams. He faces up to 10 years on each count if convicted. Watson will defend himself with a lawyer present per the judge. The case opened with jury selection and is expected to last about a week.
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AWOL Texas legislators back in session amid hard feelings
Texas lawmakers return for a third special session after Democrats ended a six week boycott to thwart congressional redistricting. Senate quorum restores votes as Lt. Gov. Dewhurst urges unity while Gov. Perry had ordered the session amid a bitter partisan clash.
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Federal education law seeks progress standards across all student groups
States must chart adequate yearly progress for minorities and English learners under the law. Sanctions rise for low-income schools failing to improve, with options from student transfers to state takeovers. Critics say federal funding does not match the mandate despite a $11 billion rise since Bush's start.
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Kansas Sex Laws Face Court Battle Over Teen Age Rules
The Kansas case centers on whether sexual liberty rights apply equally to all, challenging a Romeo and Juliet provision that exempts heterosexual couples under 19 from harsher penalties. The U S Supreme Court remanded after striking down a Texas gay sex law, raising state interest questions.
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