Obama team presses delay on digital TV transition
Obama officials push for a delay citing insufficient help for rural and minority communities as converter box coupons near a funding limit. The article also notes a new international naval force to counter Somali piracy and other federal updates.
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Obama urges immediate action to spur jobs and spending
Obama called for urgent fiscal stimulus as the nation faces possible double-digit unemployment and a trillion dollars in lost activity. Senators Conrad Wyden weigh credits and tax cuts while Democrats plan an afternoon caucus as Obama ties foreign policy restraint to the evolving economic crisis.
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Burris Seeks High Office Amid Controversial Senate Appointment
Roland Burris, depicted by critics as egotistical, accepted a tainted Senate appointment from Gov. Rod Blagojevich to become the first Black statewide official in Illinois. Supporters say his goal is public service while opponents highlight his restless political ambitions and past election losses.
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U.N. Trucks Come Under Fire as Gaza Clash Escalates
In Gaza a U.N. truck marked with flags was hit and two workers died. A three hour pause allowed aid and medics to reach rubble strewn Gaza City as Red Cross condemned delays. Rockets from Lebanon hit northern Israel. casualties rise on both sides.
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Oakland subway shooting spurs protests in Bay Area
Heavy police presence greeted commuters a day after more than 100 arrests in protests over the fatal shooting of Oscar Grant by a BART officer. Demonstrators clashed with police. Mehserle resigned as investigation continued and Grant’s family seeks $25 million in wrongful death damages.
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Obama confirmed as next U S president by Congress
Congress certifies electoral votes and declares Barack Obama the 44th president with 365 votes to McCain 173. Vice President Dick Cheney announces the result during a joint session as tellers read state tallies from Alabama through Arkansas.
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