Baucus health care plan faces divided Democratic support
President Obama presses for comprehensive reform as Senate Finance Chair Max Baucus unveils an $856 billion plan to extend coverage and curb costs. While Pelosi hails it as a step forward, Republicans oppose it and many Democrats remain split. The proposal would reduce uninsured by 29 million over a decade and cut deficits by $49 billion, with penalties for noncompliance phased in for 2013.
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River Run car show rekindles nostalgia for Finch family
River Run Cruise Night brings back memories of Ottawa's downtown past as Ralph and Jean Finch recall neighbors, cars, and a tighter community. Volunteers like Jean coordinate the event, driving family involvement and shared car passion amid postwar nostalgia and automotive lore.
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Schmidt shifts run from secretary of state to attorney general
Attorney general candidate Schmidt announced a shift from pursuing secretary of state to seeking the AG post, citing family and crime issues. He joins Democrat Steve Six as a potential rival, with primary set for August 2010. Other GOP hopefuls include DeZago and Kobach, while Democrats have not yet named a candidate.
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Kansas Senators Lift Hold On Obama Nominees
Washington lawmakers Pat Roberts and Sam Brownback said they would drop their blockade on key Obama administration nominations, citing discussions with the administration that detainees would not be sent to Fort Leavenworth. They still note Standish, Michigan as a potential site, pending further confirmation.
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Obama drops plan for missile defense radar in Czech Republic
Washington confirms a major adjustment to the European missile defense system as the Obama administration shelves the radar project in the Czech Republic. Prime Minister Jan Fischer said Obama told him Washington is pulling out of plans to build the radar on Czech soil.
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Senate OKS guns on Amtrak
The Senate approved a measure allowing passengers to transport handguns in checked Amtrak baggage, voting 68 to 83. Proponents led by Sen Roger Wicker argued it protects Second Amendment rights for travelers on federal rail service.
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