Mineta resigns as Transportation Secretary after five and a half years
Norman Mineta announced his resignation from the Bush administration on July 7, saying it was time for new challenges. President Bush praised his leadership in aviation security and post 9 11 rebuilding efforts while noting Mineta was the longest serving transportation secretary since 1967.
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Clinton says Democrats openly struggle with Iraq policy
Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton acknowledged Democrats are wrestling with difficult Iraq issues while defending their debate on war policy as a sign of strength. She noted unity is important but not the sole value and said the party faces competing views ahead of her re election bid.
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Senate hopefuls take Iraq positions in 2008 race
Republican senators backing Bush policy oppose deadlines to redeploy U.S. troops from Iraq. Democrats split, with Clinton Biden Bayh Kerry and Fein gold backing moves to start withdrawals while some push for a fixed end date. The votes expose the rift among potential 2008 nominees 18 months before primaries.
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