Statehouse benches spark talk of reform and gridlock cure
Kurt Erickson reports from the Illinois Statehouse where leather benches on the third floor lure lawmakers lobbyists and press alike, while a long faltering session drags on. The piece notes Dems control Springfield, jokes about Beiruit on the Prairie, and mentions Halvorson potentially running for Congress amid a string of controversies including a casino package and hiring choices.
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Jena Six saga exposed in mixed town response and trial
Reporter Amy Goodman details Jena Louisiana tensions sparked by a noose hanging at a school tree in 2006. Six African American students faced charges after a December fight while white residents and officials defend views of the incident as a prank. The 3rd Circuit overturned one conviction, and a September march drew 10,000 attendees.
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Doctors vs trial lawyers in health care politics
Ann Coulter rails at Democrats for favoring trial lawyers over doctors. She cites high U.S. doctor salaries, compares them with Europe, and mocks tort reform opposition. The column includes readers’ letters praising Spain’s free care and laments liberal economic fixes.
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