Boeing backers target McCain after tanker loss
Washington reports angry Boeing supporters vow revenge against John McCain over the loss of a 35 billion Air Force refueling tanker contract to EADS and Northrop Grumman. They blame McCain for blocking a Boeing deal that would have created tens of thousands of jobs across 40 states.
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Bush vetoes bill banning CIA simulated drowning tactics
Democrats and human rights advocates condemned President Bush for vetoing a bill that would bar the CIA from using simulated drowning and other coercive interrogations. Critics argued the veto taints the United States, while Bush said a separate CIA program is needed to extract critical terrorist information.
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Iraq veteran says McCain’s policies would hurt country
An Iraq combat veteran speaking for the Democrats argues McCain would continue the Iraq war and risk overstretched forces. Roger Martinez, Army Ranger veteran, criticizes Bush’s endorsement and says McCain lacks leadership on Iraq and the economy. The McCain campaign counters the Democrats’ charges.
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Obama wins Wyoming caucus in tight Democratic race
Barack Obama defeated Hillary Clinton in the Wyoming Democratic caucuses, gaining momentum as he extends his lead in caucus wins. Obama has now captured 13 caucuses to Clinton’s three and shows strength in the Mountain West with wins in Idaho Utah Colorado and Wyoming. The Nevada contest produced a Clinton victory in the popular vote with Obama gaining more delegates.
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Wyoming Caucuses Boost Obama With Delegates Tight race
Obama swept Wyoming contests gaining seven delegates to Clinton's five amid war in Iraq debate and campaign momentum. Clinton praised grassroots support and hoped for Mississippi, while both eyed Pennsylvania prize on April 22 as Wyoming voters turned out in large numbers for caucuses.
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