Obama Signals Afghanistan Troop Drawdown Plan
Obama announced a plan to begin bringing home troops after 18 months with 71,000 boots on the ground and 34,000 previously, while requesting NATO allies provide 5,000 to 10,000 additional forces. The move drew mixed reactions from Democrats and wary notes from Republicans led by Sen. John McCain. Gallup found 35 percent approval of his handling of the war.
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Democrats Propose Health Reform Amendment On Preventive Coverage
The Mikulski amendment would let the health services secretary require more preventive services for women while leaving specifics to the HHS. It costs an estimated 940 million over ten years per CBO. Republicans warn the plan risks rationing care amid a near trillion dollar bill debates.
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Palin visit draws supporters from Roswell and beyond
Crowds formed at 6 a.m. from Roswell Artesia and Carlsbad to meet Palin in Roswell New Mexico. Sen Rod Adair attended the signing as supporters pressed for a 2012 run while Palin spoke with Mayor Sam LaGrone and council members about the local economy.
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Roswell foundation gala benefits Chaves County charities
Russell describes the foundation mission to build a healthy community with funds staying in Chaves County. Mayor Sam LaGrone attended a Palin book signing and donated a signed copy of Going Rogue to the foundation, praising the event's impact on local organizations.
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Peru purges police amid fat-thief murder plot rumors
Peru's police chief fired the head of the criminal investigations unit amid claims officers fabricated a gang of fat thieves to distract from alleged police killings. Investigations chief Murga and anti-kidnapping head Mejia pushed the tale of the Pishtacos, while internal probes and blank responses followed.
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Peru
Europe
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Jorge Mejia
Miguel Hidalgo
Murga
Mejia
Local Circulation Contacts List
Rural Artesia and Rural Roswell areas are listed with contact numbers Loyd Sanders John Scafella Patricia Hairston and a central circulation department line for questions or comments plus a general inquiries phone.
Zelaya urges regional rejection of Honduran vote
Deposed Honduran President Manuel Zelaya, holed up at the Brazilian Embassy, calls on Latin American leaders to reject the elections held after the coup and help restore him to power. He disputes turnout estimates and accuses the vote of electoral fraud while regional governments debate recognition.
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