Obama to visit Ottawa seeks talks on economy climate and Afghan role
Obama plans to discuss focus on economy and climate change with Prime Minister Harper during a forthcoming Ottawa visit. The White House says Afghanistan will be a top agenda as Obama shifts troops from Iraq, prompting Canadian debate over Kandahar and potential aid or technical support as Ottawa weighs limits and timing.
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Obama calls for diplomacy with Iran over nuclear program
In a guest editorial Asahi Shimbun argues Obama should quickly open direct talks with Iran to halt its uranium enrichment. It notes Tehran’s hard line despite U.S. outreach and UNSC sanctions. The piece warns the situation worsens if diplomatic efforts stall.
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Elk Student of the Month and February FFA Member Named
Brian Trainer, a Goddard High senior and son of Gary and, was named Elk Student of the Month for January. He belongs to the Art German Ski Clubs and appears in Who's Who among American High School Students and will study advertising art at Texas Tech University. Melissa Ross, a GHS freshman and daughter of Carl Hessing, was named February Member of the Month for the FFA chapter. She plans to attend NMSA majoring in agronomy or soil conservation.
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Second Term Governors Wander in New Mexico History
New Mexico moves through a State of the State address as Gov. Bill Richardson begins a second four year term amid hints of a national bid. The piece notes back to back terms since 1986 and 1998, compares Richardson with Gary Johnson, and highlights first-term achievements and midterm tensions with legislators.
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Obama China ties off to rough start in new era
China recently surpassed Japan as the United States largest creditor. Washington worries Beijing could trim holdings amid its slowdown. Tensions rise over Buy American provisions and currency policy remarks by Biden and Geithner. China argues global financial woes stem from Western institutions. yuan valuation debates continue as U.S. manufacturers cite price gaps. White House reviews Buy American measures amid stimulus plans.
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Lilly Ledbetter Act Signals Change From Obama Presidency
The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, backed by labor, becomes law as Democrats claim support for workers and signal a shift in power. The piece contrasts this with union elections and the controversial Employee Free Choice Act, detailing Ledbetter’s 1998 pay discrimination case against Goodyear and the Supreme Court ruling on time limits.
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