US strikes Baghdad as Bush vows broad campaign
President Bush announced the opening salvo of a war to topple Saddam Hussein after cruise missiles and precision bombs hit Baghdad. Officials say Saddam was among leadership targets as U.S. and British forces mass near the border and Afghan operations continue. The 48 hour ultimatum expired, and invasion plans expanded to a global war on terrorism.
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Ohio Leaders React To War Statements From Gray and Brown
Ohio figures react to the war decision. Republican George Voinovich asserts finishing the U.N. mission to end Saddam Hussein’s weapons threat and freeing Iraqis from oppression. He prays for troops’ safety and timely return. Democrat Sherrod Brown says diplomacy failed and the country is at war, pledging support for troops and their swift homecoming.
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War Standoff Replies from U S Leaders Over Iraq Action
Rep Dennis J Kucinich decries the war as unjustified and unprovoked while urging safe troop return and constitutional concerns President Bush defends the action as needed to counter threats Sen Mike DeWine offers prayers for servicemen and a swift end to hostilities
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Olt Pian Falls Senate Narrowly Rejects Grilling Plan
In a close vote in Washington, the Senate narrowly rejected a proposal to expand grilling of wildlife in Alaska’s refuges. The decision affects wildlife policy and outdoor recreation debates nationwide.
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County on alert against terrorist attack
Elyria area police stepped up patrols after the national orange threat level. Chief Michael Medders said about 10 locations in Elyria are under close watch while Lorain police Chief Del Rivera noted ongoing intensified patrols and discussions of possible red level measures.
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Protests and statements as Iraq war debate grows
Protests continue nationwide as U S soldiers prepare precombat drills. The U N chief warns the war will bring disaster to Iraqis while Saddam Hussein appears on television to rally support. President Bush addresses the nation amid concerns the coalition is weaker than in the Gulf War and Iraqi air defenses threaten U S planes.
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