Phelps slams ads over prescription drug plan clash
U S Rep David D Phelps accuses TV ads showing Shimkus backing a drug plan of misrepresenting a Republican frame. Shimkus aide Steve Tomaszewski counters that the GOP plan would cut senior drug costs by 40 percent and would not break the budget. The ads, funded by United Seniors Association, urge praise for Shimkus vote.
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Fossett completes solo balloon circumnavigation in Australia
Steve Fossett lands the Spirit of Freedom balloon near a dry Australian lake ending his record solo flight around the world. Officials confirm the touchdown after a brief in-flight fire scare caused by a loose burner hose.
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Libertarians accuse GOP of wasting money on ballot petitions
Libertarian Party leaders say Republican objections to their 29 000 of 52 000 signatures for ballot access could cost Illinois 300 000 to 500 000 to process. Objections center on address spellings and abbreviations. officials expect hearings to set ground rules with a ruling possible by mid August and potential court appeals.
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