Durbin downplays Kerry ticket bid during Southern Illinois swing
Durbin says a Kerry Durbin vice presidential run isn’t likely and notes no offer has been made while he supports Kerry’s campaign efforts and co chairs the DNC. Local officials praise Durbin’s stature though fear losing a senator of Illinois’ influence.
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Rock slides and the W word won’t stop relay race
McQuarrie directs a massive relay with 2000 runners and 570 toilet rolls as 80 miles of course rely on 85 ham radio operators and 160 volunteers. Founder Gordon Pitz, a former SIUC professor, explains running and teamwork define the event and lifelong volunteers keep it alive.
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Bush pushed Iraq war plan amid adviser tensions says book
AP report on Bob Woodward Plan of Attack claims President Bush ordered a war plan for Iraq while national security team conflicted over linking Saddam Hussein to al Qaida. Powell resisted Cheney’s anti terrorism fixation and Bush later defended his cautious stance while denying preoccupation with Iraq before 9/11.
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