Mideast envoy Mitchell resigns after fragile peace bid
President Obama accepts the resignation of George Mitchell the long time envoy to the Middle East who helped broker peace in Northern Ireland Mitchell leaves as Obama plans renewed focus on Israeli Palestinian talks He cites two years of service and continues to push for comprehensive peace in the region with David Hale to serve as acting envoy.
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Kohl retirement keeps Wisconsin in political spotlight
Sen. Herb Kohl’s surprise retirement fuels Wisconsin as Republicans see a golden chance to seize a Senate seat held by Democrats for over twenty years. The move heightens open-seat battles shaping Senate control, with Wisconsin a key 2012 battleground and Gov. Scott Walker energizing conservatives amid union protests and recall efforts.
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