Bush seeks 80 billion more for Iraq and Afghanistan
AP reports Bush requests about 80 billion for war funding in Iraq and Afghanistan as Congress begins review. CBO projects 855 billion in deficits over 2006 2015 without war costs. total war spending would push deficits higher. White House aims to outline needs for troops and aid to Iraqi governance, with broader budget implications.
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States push AP tests nationwide with gaps persisting
Washington AP report shows 13.2 percent of the class of 2004 mastered at least one AP exam, up from 10.2 percent in 2000, with dramatic state gains but persistent gaps. Florida, Maryland, North Carolina and others led increases while black students remain underrepresented and scoring lower on average.
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Dean wins black endorsements for DNC chair bid
Howard Dean won support from key black Democratic National Committee members including Yvonne Atkinson Gates Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. and Minyon Moore for his bid to become DNC chair. He also gained backers Bob Farmer and Joe Cain with former chairs Wilhelm and Grossman backing him, while MoveOn.org announced involvement.
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US freezes Syrian financier tied to al Zarqawi operations
The Bush administration froze the assets of Sulayman Khalid Darwish for backing insurgents in Iraq and funding al Zarqawi. Treasury said he handles financial matters for al Zarqawi, sending about 10 000 to 12 000 dollars to him every 20 25 days. The move, alongside UN appeals, targets the terrorist network ahead of Iraq elections and follows a multi million dollar bounty offer.
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Existing home sales reach record high in 2004 run
Washington reports 9.4 percent jump to 6.68 million existing home sales last year, surpassing 2003. The National Association of Realtors notes four consecutive years of record pace as mortgage rates remain near historic lows. New home sales are also poised to set a yearly record when figures are released later in 2004.
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