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McGreevey's uphill battle after stepping down as governor
The article follows James E. McGreevey facing a tough post governorship future after resigning over an extramarital affair and coming out as gay. It notes potential housing, finances, marriage strain, and the challenge of securing work, with expert views on possible recovery and timelines.
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Robert Gawroniak
Dina Matos McGreevey
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Columbus Hospital
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Straight Spouse Network
Commission release details immigration visa failures in 9/11 plot
A staff addendum to the Sept. 11 commission report outlines lax visa scrutiny allowing hijackers to enter. It notes 13 of 19 used recently issued passports with no extra checks, two lied on forms but were not questioned, and many applications were incomplete. Three hijackers held Saudi passports with an extremist indicator not analyzed by agencies.
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FEMA mixed on housing for Charley victims in Florida
In Punta Gorda Florida relief officials wrestle with housing pledges after Hurricane Charley. FEMA spokesmen gave conflicting notes on mobile homes and trailer parks while promising up to 10 000 trailers if needed. Red Cross shelters remain active as victims seek shelter with relatives or rental housing.
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