April 3 2009 history and science notes
Today marks the 93rd day of 2009 with noted historical events such as the 1882 Robert Ford killing Jesse James and a reference to Doris Day. It mentions a quote by F Scott Fitzgerald and a method to estimate outdoor temperature from cricket chirps. The day’s number lists about 30 100 known fish species and the moon sits between first quarter and full moon.
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Boehner's ties to rich donors and golf trips reveal political perks
The article portrays John Boehner as House minority leader friendly to wealthy backers. It notes Warren Buffett endorses Obama tax plans while Boehner often travels on corporate-funded golf trips, suggesting close ties to private interests and expansive travel for speaking engagements.
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Boehner party ties lobbyists to tax policy debate
Miami Herald columnist Carl Hiaasen critiques John Boehner’s ties to lobbyists and campaign money while dissecting Obama tax plans. He argues higher brackets and deductions affect readers differently, noting the wealthy would still spend and lobby despite potential tax changes. He cites Iraq costs and government waste as context.
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It May Be Fat But It’s Firm Fat
D L Stewart recalls joining a gym at his wife’s insistence and finds the experience a series of depressing lessons. He notices weight gain seen as fat, hungry after workouts, and awkward treadmill miles while joking about the firmness of fat and the misfit of his training. He notes potential cardiovascular benefits despite the quirks.
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