NEA Endorses Kerry Seeks Higher School Spending Agenda
The National Education Association endorsed Democrat John Kerry for president at its convention, pledging to mobilize money and members in 15 swing states to push school funding and education reform. The 2.7 million member group supports teacher-friendly ideas while backing some positions it has opposed, such as pay based on test scores.
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Family hopes rise as marine’s fate uncertain again
West Jordan Utah relatives of U S Marine Corporal Wassef Ali Hassoun say they pray for a safe release after conflicting reports. A group calling itself Islamic Response claimed he was safe at an undisclosed location and would not rejoin the U S military. The family spokesman said they remain uncertain about his destiny while noting prior claims of beheading were retracted.
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Firefighters defend mountaintop observatory from twin Arizona blazes
In southeastern Arizona, crews widened a defensive ring around Mount Graham International Observatory to shield two wildfires and the Large Binocular Telescope under construction. Ground crews used bulldozers and retardant with air tanker support while sprinkler systems could activate if flames approached. The fires, one near the observatory, prompted evacuations and threatened multiple structures. Nearby Payson saw eased danger as crews reinforced lines aided by tanker planes.
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Children ejected from SUV in fatal I-95 crash
Two children, ages 6 and 11, were ejected from a Chevy Suburban during a crash on Interstate 95 in downtown Miami and fell about 60 feet to the street, dying on impact. The mother and a 10-year-old girl were hospitalized in critical condition. other occupants were critically injured. Neither child wore a seat belt.
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Kerry narrows VP pick amid Edwards meeting in DC
Reports say John Edwards met secretly with John Kerry after a Disney World trip as Kerry edges toward choosing a running mate. Kerry hints at a private, ongoing decision process with the convention in Boston near. Edwards, Gephardt and Vilsack are among names examined, with other potential candidates named in speculation.
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