Public debate nears over data mining and civil liberties
A panel of former officials urges privacy protections as data mining expands in government and commerce. They call for court orders before using personally identifiable information about U S persons, challenging Congress to address public and private data boundaries.
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Cease-fire on federal judicial appointments gains traction
Washington reports a temporary cease-fire between the White House and Senate Democrats clearing 25 noncontroversial district and appellate court nominees. Bush pledged not to nominate during a recess this year after using such power twice. The move ends long partisan battles over vacancies and renews hopes judges will fill seats amid heavy caseloads.
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Water ideas spark cash from New Mexico governor
Gov Bill Richardson offers 10 million dollars from the Water Innovation Fund to fund bold drought saving concepts. The missive questions current water laws and proposes radical steps such as outlawing new golf courses and lawns, replacing flush toilets with composting units, negating use it or lose it rights, curbing invasive water hog trees, renegotiating drought compacts with Texas, and challenging policy hurdles in the legislature.
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Two Profiles in Courage Expose Prison Abuse
Two brave men are highlighted for reporting abuses at Abu Ghraib prison in Baghdad. Maj Gen Antonio Taguba led the investigation while Spc Joseph Darby alerted authorities by turning over photographs of prisoners abused and humiliated. Darby, 24, faced mixed hometown reactions as the case prompted debate over duty and conscience.
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Executive Privilege life of George H W Bush at eighty
Forbes profiles ex president George H W Bush in his eighties. The piece highlights aging quirks and comforts like his beloved Mercury OptiMax boat, hearing aids, and patience with grandchildren. It notes lighter moments and his enduring fondness for family and fond memories of life in the Navy.
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