Barkley remains neutral as Senate skews in Democrats favor
Dean Barkley said he will not align with either party as Minnesota's interim senator, keeping Democrats in temporary Senate control. The move preserves Daschle’s leadership and delays Homeland Security legislation amid Bush’s push for a quick homeland security agency plan.
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Perdue retreats from Georgia flag referendum pledge
Georgia Governor elect Sonny Perdue, who campaigned on restoring the old Confederate banner or a referendum, signals a slower approach to the flag issue after his upset victory. He notes leadership must decide, aiming to avoid a partisan clash that could hurt tourism and conventions. Civil rights leaders warn against provoking racial polarization if the matter drags on.
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U S. sees most al Qaida leaders in Pakistan
U S. intelligence believes most surviving al Qaida leaders relocated to Pakistan with some slipping to Asia and North Africa. CIA strikes removed one top target in Yemen as leaders stay mobile, often passing through airports and checkpoints, making detection possible yet difficult. Osama bin Laden’s whereabouts remain uncertain but likely in the Afghan border mountains.
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