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Owens Breaks 4 Campaign Promises in first hour in Congress

GOUVERNEUR, NY - Congressman-elect Bill Owens was sworn in at noon today.Owens indicated in a press release released shortly afterwards that he was now in favor of the the "Affordable Healthcare for America Act" bill in direct contrast to his earlier position during the election campaign.According to Politico.com, Mr. Owens assured voters that he felt the public option had no place in the health care reform bill. Contrary to that position, Mr. Owens now indicates that he intends to vote in favor of the bill even though it now contains a public option.UPDATED: A spokesman for Congressman Owens indicated correctly that Mr. Owens had recanted his solid position against public option later in the campaign, clarifying that he did not wish public option to be a 'litmus test' for the Health Reform bill and that on Oct. 30th, several days prior to the election, in a debate had stated that he generally supported the public option as it was now written (at that time.) Mr. Owens also indicated...Full Story >>

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Another attack leaves US Muslims fearing backlash

As word spread that a gunman had opened fire at Fort Hood leaving a trail of carnage, a chilling realization swept across the U.S. Muslim community: He has an Islamic name.From a professor who just testified in Congress, to a White House adviser appearing before a Jewish group and a former Marine driving home from work, Muslims across the country were shocked, angry and afraid that the attack would erode efforts to erase anti-Islamic stereotypes.Many Islamic leaders said the Fort Hood tragedy that left 13 dead and 30 wounded including the alleged gunman, Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan, could likely post the sternest test for U.S. Muslims since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.{loadposition googlesky}"A lot of us work very hard for this country, to make America a better place," said Muqtedar Khan, a progressive Muslim scholar who has just given Congressional testimony on U.S. foreign policy in Afghanistan before Thursday's attack. "And this one nut like Maj. Hasan comes along and in...Full Story >>

Decision day for health care in the House

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama is traveling to Capitol Hill on Saturday to try to close the sale on his signature health care overhaul, facing a make-or-break vote in the House certain to be seen as a test of his presidency.Obama scheduled a late-morning visit with House Democrats convening a rare Saturday session on legislation to remake the U.S. health care system, extending coverage to tens of millions now uninsured and banning insurance company practices such as denial of coverage based on pre-existing medical problems.Late Friday, House Democrats cleared an abortion-related impasse blocking a vote and officials expressed optimism they had finally lined up the support needed to pass Obama's signature issue.{loadposition googlesky}Under the arrangement, Democratic Reps. Bart Stupak of Michigan, Brad Ellsworth of Indiana and other abortion opponents were promised an opportunity to insert tougher restrictions into the legislation during debate on the House f...Full Story >>

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Yankees get keys to NYC for World Series win

NEW YORK (AP) — The Yankees are getting the keys to the city for their World Series win, after parading up Broadway through a storm of confetti.New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg bestowed the honor on the team at a ceremony on the steps of City Hall.Team members waved to fans as they marched onto a podium as "We are the Champions" played on loudspeakers. Derek Jeter pumped the world championship trophy high above his head.{loadposition googlesky}Thousands of fans crowded the parade route that began near Battery Park and ended at City Hall.Decorations on the front of the building include a giant baseball sign with the number "27!" marking the total number of World Series wins for the team.City Hall gave ceremony tickets to 500 lucky fans. Other members of the public could watch the ceremony on a large screen in an adjacent park.THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. Check back soon for further information. AP's earlier story is below.NEW YORK (AP) — Crowds roared, church bells...Full Story >>

Poll: One-third can find, get swine flu vaccine

ATLANTA (AP) — Only about a third of adults who have tried to get a swine flu vaccine have been able to get it, according to a new national poll.That's true even for people are at extra risk for severe complications and should be at the front of the line. The numbers are about the same for parents who tried to get the vaccine for their higher-risk children, the Harvard School of Public Health poll found.Swine flu vaccine has been available in the United States for about a month. But supplies have been limited because of manufacturing delays. The shots are only supposed to go to those at high risk of complications.{loadposition googlesky}The Harvard School of Public Health telephone poll also found that half of those who tried couldn't find information about where to get the vaccine. The survey of 1,000 adults was conducted last weekend and the results released Friday. The margin of error was plus or minus 3.8 percentage points.Swine flu is widespread in 48 states, offic...Full Story >>


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