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1969 December

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Entries from December 1969

Health care issues: Preventive measures - The Associated Press

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments

Health care issues: Preventive measures
The Associated Press
A look at key issues in the health care debate: THE ISSUE: Can preventive health measures not only improve the well-being of Americans, but also reduce the cost of health care? THE POLITICS: President Barack Obama wants insurance companies to cover
Will real health care reform be allowed to pass?UNLV The Rebel Yell


Throwback to 1993? What's New About Democrats' Health Care PlansABC News
Not Sure I Understand EitherTPM
San Francisco Chronicle -msnbc.com -TIME
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Guests on Sunday’s TV news shows - Kansas City Star

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


Washington Post
Guests on Sunday's TV news shows
Kansas City Star
•abc's “This Week,” 9:30 am in Kansas City, 9 am in Topeka — Guests: Defense Secretary Robert Gates; Sen. John mccain, Arizona Republican. •CBS' “Face the Nation,” 1 am Monday in Kansas City, 9:30 am today in Topeka — Guests: Secretary of State Hillary
Guests for the Sunday TV news showsWashington Post


Guests for the Sunday TV news showsThe Associated Press
Today's TV news showsColumbus Dispatch
NBC Bay Area
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Throwback to 1993? What’s New About Democrats’ Health Care Plans - ABC News

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


Power Line (blog)
Throwback to 1993? What's New About Democrats' Health Care Plans
ABC News
The image of lawmakers squaring off with each other and the White House on health care reform is not a new phenomenon. The country saw the same drama, with different actors, play out in 1993, when President Bill Clinton proposed a massive
Support for Health Care Reform Continues to DropPower Line (blog)


Senior health care at riskSignal
Fighting to the death for health careRT
Sky Hi Daily News -Grand Forks Herald -Voice of Arizona
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School Kids Sing Obama’s Praises: Education and the Politics of … - The Daily Voice

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments

School Kids Sing Obama's Praises: Education and the Politics of
The Daily Voice
But noticing the slight chagrin masking the faces of some of her other students, she interrupted: "And if you're pulling for John McCain, that's fine.

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Glenn Beck’s Frog Boiling Stunt Proves He’s A Fraud - News Hounds (blog)

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


The Inquisitr
Glenn Beck's Frog Boiling Stunt Proves He's A Fraud
News Hounds (blog)
John McCain represented that old adage about a frog being slowly boiled to death. Never mind that the stunt was designed to fail.
Glenn Beck Said He Prefers Obama Over mccain In White HouseThe Raleigh Telegram


Glenn Beck boils cute little frog to deathChristian Science Monitor
Did Glenn Beck go too far in Couric interview?RenewAmerica
Charleston City Paper -Huffington Post (blog)
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Guedry backs out of NV congressional race - San Jose Mercury News

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments

Guedry backs out of NV congressional race
San Jose Mercury News
AP LAS VEGAS—Republican John Guedry has backed out of his intent to run for the Nevada congressional seat held by Democrat Rep. Dina Titus. In a written statement, he said recent events have compelled him to focus his attention on important issues
John Guedry drops out of race against Rep. Dina TitusLas Vegas Sun


GOP's Guedry Ends Bid Against Nevada Rep. TitusCQPolitics.com
GOP loses top recruit against freshman Rep. TitusThe Hill
Las Vegas Review - Journal
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mccain: Gitmo policy should have come first, not decision to close - Politico

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


Boston Globe
mccain: Gitmo policy should have come first, not decision to close
Politico
John mccain (R-Ariz.), the Republican presidential nominee in 2008, said on Sunday that President Barack Obama should have first developed a policy on the
Gates: Closing Guantanamo prison 'more complicated'CNN International


White House Affirms Gitmo Will Be Closed Despite HurdlesWall Street Journal
Gates: Closing Gitmo more complicated than thoughtKansas City Star

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If the Ground Is Shifting, the House Will Feel It - Washington Post

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


Washington Times
If the Ground Is Shifting, the House Will Feel It
Washington Post
In the battle for control of the House, environment isn't everything, but it's darn close to being the only thing. House races — with less-well-known candidates and less money flowing through them than Senate contests — tend to be
Reid the Quarterback May Call on Obama to RefereeNew York Times


More Health CareKRMG
Bad government: Politics as usualPittsburgh Tribune-Review
Washington Times -Town Hall -Tuscaloosa News (subscription)
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Finke: Union has supported plenty of politicians - Peoria Journal Star

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments

Finke: Union has supported plenty of politicians
Peoria Journal Star
It endorsed Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias for US Senate. That brought heat on Giannoulias from both Democrats and Republicans because SEIU gave big bucks to Rod Blagojevich. The suggestion was that Giannoulias is somehow tainted because
Census should cut SEIU ties because of ACORN, Kirk saysChicago Sun-Times


Union attacked by GOP gave $80K to Republican candidatesBloomington Pantagraph
Ill. Senate candidates spar as race heats upABC7Chicago.com
Huffington Post (blog) -Chicago Tribune -The Capitol Fax Blog (blog)
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When the Right says jump, the media apologize for not jumping sooner - Media Matters for America

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments

When the Right says jump, the media apologize for not jumping sooner
Media Matters for America
Rosenstiel said The Times has a particular problem with conservatives, especially after its article last year suggesting that John McCain had an

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McCain: “I sympathize with the president” on Afghanistan - Politico

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


Times Online
McCain: "I sympathize with the president" on Afghanistan
Politico
John McCain, the Republican from Arizona who ran last year against Barack Obama to become the next commander-in-chief, says he can "sympathize" with the
CQ Transcript: Defense Secretary Gates, Sen. McCain on ABC's 'This CQPolitics.com


US commander asks for big troop buildup: senatorAFP
Republican Senators Urge Obama to Add Troops in AfghanistanBloomberg
The Hill -The Associated Press
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Romney a victim in health care debate - Politico

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


WOOD-TV
Romney a victim in health care debate
Politico
The health care debate is far from settled, but one of the casualties is already clear: Mitt Romney. Photo: AP The national health care reform debate is far from settled, but one of the casualties is already clear:
Establishment CandidateRace 4 2012 (blog)


Romney to hold Utah fundraiserSalt Lake Tribune
Romney talks to Republicans on MackinacWOOD-TV
The Hill -CNN Political Ticker -RantRave | Published Opinion.
all 23 news articles »

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Today’s TV news shows - Columbus Dispatch

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


Washington Post
Today's TV news shows
Columbus Dispatch
John Kyl, R-Ariz., and Jim Webb, D-Va. • This Week (ABC) — 10:30 am, Channel 6 — Guests: Defense Secretary Gates and Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz.
Guests for the Sunday TV news showsWashington Post


Guests on Sunday's TV news showsKansas City Star
| KXNet.com North Dakota NewsReiten Television KXMB Bismarck
Arizona Daily Star
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Obama resumes health care push, vows to ‘get it done this year’ - CNN

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


Washington Post
Obama resumes health care push, vows to 'get it done this year'
CNN
WASHINGTON (CNN) — After a heady week on a high-stakes world stage, President Obama returned to America's messiest political mosh pit — the health care debate. President Obama says the time for health care reform is now.
For Obama, Warm RegardsWashington Post


Obama Says Economic Crisis Hit Minority Groups With 'Ferocity'Bloomberg
Obama relays G-20 health care talk; notes Hitler mustacheNECN
The Associated Press -Politico -NBC Connecticut
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Guests on Sunday’s TV news shows - Kansas City Star

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


Washington Post
Guests on Sunday's TV news shows
Kansas City Star
•ABC's “This Week,” 9:30 am in Kansas City, 9 am in Topeka — Guests: Defense Secretary Robert Gates; Sen. John McCain, Arizona Republican. •CBS' “Face the Nation,” 1 am Monday in Kansas City, 9:30 am today in Topeka — Guests: Secretary of State Hillary
Guests for the Sunday TV news showsWashington Post


Guests for the Sunday TV news showsThe Associated Press
Clinton Pushes UN Resolution to Curb Violence Against GirlsVoice of America
Politico -NewsBlaze -pride source.com
all 173 news articles »

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Election Commission Decisions Deadlocking on Party Lines - New York Times

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments

Election Commission Decisions Deadlocking on Party Lines
New York Times
Susan Walsh/Associated Press John McCain and Russ Feingold want to scrap the commission. The latest on President Obama, the new administration and other

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Obamas, Bo attend Malia’s soccer match - NECN

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


Boston Globe
Obamas, Bo attend Malia's soccer match
NECN
(NECN: Washington, DC) - Like many parents do on autumn Saturdays, President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama attended their daughter Malia's soccer game, with dog Bo in tow. Malia is the eldest of the president's two daughters.
Obama, first lady watch daughter Malia play soccerThe Associated Press


Soccer Dad SaturdayFOXNews
Michelle Obama Walks Bo: Guess What Music She's Listening To! (PHOTOS)Huffington Post (blog)
CNN Political Ticker -The State -India Business Blog (blog)
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For Some Republicans, Their Party’s Seal of Approval Doesn’t Impress - New York Times

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


Family Security Matters
For Some Republicans, Their Party's Seal of Approval Doesn't Impress
New York Times
WASHINGTON — Kelly Ayotte, the former attorney general of New Hampshire, was on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, reaping the benefits of being a favored Republican Senate candidate. She collected checks at a series of fund-raisers,
Republicans see glimmers of hope for 2010San Jose Mercury News


District 2 Republicans look to make big gains in 2010Mcalester News Capital
Democratic Party blasts GOP effort to block Senate appointmentBoston Globe
Greeley Tribune -The Hill -KJCT8.com
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GOP: Dems ignoring public’s health care concerns - The Associated Press

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


CTV.ca
GOP: Dems ignoring public's health care concerns
The Associated Press
WASHINGTON — The Democratic-run Congress is ignoring the public's concerns in the rush to pass legislation to overhaul the nation's health care system, Republicans say. "The American people expect us to get this right and to do it in an open,
GOP criticizes Democrats' health-care agendaMarketWatch


US Republicans Criticize Health Care ReformVoice of America
Sen. Isakson: Dems 'wrong' on health careCNN Political Ticker
GPB (blog) -Atlanta Journal Constitution -Washington Examiner
all 253 news articles »

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Obama’s hopeful imperfection is hurting him - Kansas City Star

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


Dakota Voice
Obama's hopeful imperfection is hurting him
Kansas City Star
Barack Obama is not even 12 months into his presidency, but already he has a lot of explaining to do. America's first black chief executive, elected on the strength of his personal narrative and the
Edging Out Congress and the PublicNew York Times


Obama expands government pushJacksonville Daily News
Obama should carry, not be, the storyPolitico
UM Maneater -Washington Examiner -Sarasota Herald-Tribune
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Analysis: Wrestling with how to talk about race - The Associated Press

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


The Associated Press
Analysis: Wrestling with how to talk about race
The Associated Press
Hillary Rodham Clinton and John McCain wrestled with that question during the presidential campaign. Both found it tricky to maneuver.

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For Kirk, ’sobering, emotional’ - Boston Globe

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


BBC News
For Kirk, 'sobering, emotional'
Boston Globe
Fellow senators, including John McCain, an Arizona Republican, and Roland Burris, an Illinois Democrat, gave Kirk hearty congratulations before he ended his
Kirk Is Sworn Into Senate, as Kennedy Family Looks OnWashington Post


Schilling decides not to run for SenateMLB.com
Paul Kirk sworn in as senatorWorcester Telegram
CBS News -SouthCoastToday.com -Boston Globe
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Analysis: Wrestling with how to talk about race - The Associated Press

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


The Associated Press
Analysis: Wrestling with how to talk about race
The Associated Press
Hillary Rodham Clinton and John McCain wrestled with that question during the presidential campaign. Both found it tricky to maneuver.

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Analysis: Wrestling with how to talk about race - The Associated Press

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


The Associated Press
Analysis: Wrestling with how to talk about race
The Associated Press
Hillary Rodham Clinton and John McCain both wrestled with that question during the presidential campaign. Both found it tricky to maneuver.

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Beck doesn’t know history - Casper Star-Tribune Online

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


Kansas.com
Beck doesn't know history
Casper Star-Tribune Online
"In an interview for the inaugural installment of '@katiecouric,' the new Web show hosted by Katie Couric, Glenn Beck said that he thinks 'John McCain would
Did Glenn Beck go too far in Couric interview?RenewAmerica


Glenn Beck boils cute little frog to deathChristian Science Monitor
Why Mark Levin Hates Glenn BeckCharleston City Paper
The Week Magazine -Pajamas Media (blog) -Huffington Post (blog)
all 99 news articles »

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Calif. GOP convention to focus on gov. candidates - The Associated Press

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


Washington Post
Calif. GOP convention to focus on gov. candidates
The Associated Press
INDIAN WELLS, Calif. — Nearly a year ahead of their primary election, California Republicans are being asked to consider who would best represent their struggling party in a changing state with daunting challenges ahead. With California mired in a
Tom Campbell to GOP confab: Look how conservative I am. Really.San Francisco Chronicle


Gubernatorial candidates woo GOPInland Empire News
Prison report: Who are the bad people?San Francisco Bay Guardian
Kentucky.com
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Chris Simcox Lobs an ACORN at Sen. John McCain, Gets He… - Phoenix New Times

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments

Chris Simcox Lobs an ACORN at Sen. John McCain, Gets He…
Phoenix New Times
John McCain, Gets Help from Ron Paul Finacial Guru By Stephen Lemons in Feathered Bastard Is it just me, or does Simcox looks like he's begging for spare

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Analysis: Wrestling with how to talk about race - The Associated Press

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments


Washington Post
Analysis: Wrestling with how to talk about race
The Associated Press
WASHINGTON — For a while, it almost seemed as if President Barack Obama had soothed the angst over race in this country simply by taking office. The focus was on big issues facing a new president — one who just happened to be black.
Do Not Call Me A Racist - I Am A Black AmericanRight Side News


Stop the racismDaily Comet
Students see world changing, but still feel the sting of racismTampa Tribune
Augusta Chronicle -Ghana News -Spiked
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Today in History - The Associated Press

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments

Today in History
The Associated Press
In their first debate of the presidential campaign, held at the University of Mississippi, Republican John mccain portrayed himself as a battle-tested elder

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Obama might have become president a bit too soon - Guelph Mercury

December 31st, 1969 · No Comments

Obama might have become president a bit too soon
Guelph Mercury
When John McCain ran for the Republican nomination for president, I thought he was the best choice. Much, maybe too much was made of his war record,
CNN "ANDERSON COOPER 360" INTERVIEW WITH SENATOR JOHN MCCAIN (R-AZ Federal News Service (subscription)



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