Firefighters threaten boycott over Bush veto at memorial
The International Association of Fire Fighters considers boycotting the national fallen firefighters memorial in Emmitsburg, Maryland, to protest President Bush for withholding 5.1 billion in terrorism funds. Delegates warned the vote could spark protests, letters to the White House, or lobbying, while noting the union’s donations to Democratic candidates.
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Air Force moves decision on discipline away from general in charge
The Air Force removed authority to decide discipline for two F 16 pilots in the Kandahar bombing that killed four Canadian soldiers from Lt. Gen. Michael Moseley. Prosecutors alleged Moseley favored conviction, while the inquiry blamed Maj. Harry Schmidt and Maj. William Umbach for failing to follow procedures after a nighttime strike.
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