National Opinion On Ted Kennedy Remembering His Complex Legacy
A guest editorial reflects on Ted Kennedy as a multifaceted figure. It contrasts his public image as a liberal champion with the scandal surrounding Chappaquiddick and praises his long service. The piece notes his influence on major social legislation and acknowledges both his devotion to vulnerable citizens and ties to special interests.
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Non indictment reshapes path for Richardson in New Mexico
The decision not to indict Gov. Bill Richardson prompts debate over motives and future roles. Obama administration openings loom as Richardson eyes a position beyond commerce, with diplomacy and rogue governments work highlighted. The outcome reshapes NM politics ahead of 2010, boosting Lt. Gov. Denish and signaling a broader national stage for Richardson.
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Santa FE
Bill Richardson
Richardson
Obama
FBI
New Mexico
Eric Holder
New Mexico U.S
U.S
David Iglesias
Gov. Richardson
U.S. Commerce
Barack Obama
Cuba
Carlos Gutierrez
Diane Denish
Denish
Lawrence Rael
Mid- Region Council of Governments
Jay Miller
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Space exploration funding and the moon mission cost debate
The text weighs the US push to return to the moon by 2020 and explore Mars against rising costs. It notes estimates of 108 to 140 billion dollars for the moon plan and possible Mars costs, and cites a Obama panel suggesting up to 30 billion in additional funding. The piece asks whether the nation can justify or afford to pursue aggressive space exploration.
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Mars
Moon
Barack Obama
NASA
George Bush
Obama
September 4 in history highlights and origins
On this date in history in 1781 Los Angeles was founded by Spanish settlers led by Governor Felipe de Neve. In 1886 a group of Apache led by Geronimo surrendered to General Nelson Miles at Skeleton Canyon in Arizona.
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Felipe de Neve
Geronimo
Nelson Miles
Skeleton Canyon
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Local youths, service honors featured in Roswell area
Sept 4 1984 notes report 25 years ago Bobbie D Irvin son of Leanne Parson of Roswell decorated with the U S Army Commendation Medal at Fort Sill Lawton Oklahoma Irvin is a military policeman with the U S Army Field Artillery Center James D Orbun earned the Eagle Scout rank during ceremonies for Boy Scout Troop 72 Ozbun son of Mr and Mrs Harry Ozbun completed four years as a Cub Scout and five as a Boy Scout and will be a Roswell High junior this fall His scoutmasters are James Ballard and Eddie Beagles Sr
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Leanne Parson
Roswell
Fort Sill
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Oklo
Irvin
U.S. Army Field Artillery Center
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J.D.” Orbun
Ozbun
Harry Ozbun
Turkey and Armenia seek to end century of hostility
Ankara and Yerevan announce plans to establish diplomatic ties by mid October, aiming to ease oil and EU membership concerns while navigating a genocide dispute. Obama administration pressure and Brussels incentives shape the move as both nations weigh regional power shifts and relations with Russia.
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Turkey
Armenia
Russia
Caucasus
New Mexico budget trims and Medicaid reform ideas
An examination argues New Mexico faces a 2010 budget gap of about 422 million below projections, compares revenue drops since 2008, and urges prudent cuts beyond one time fixes. It highlights Medicaid reform paths from Florida and Rhode Island, favoring health savings accounts and state flexibility to curb long term care costs.
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Rhode Island
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