Dems look to health vote without abortion foes
By CHARLES BABINGTON
Associated Press Writer
WASHINGTON (AP) -- House Democratic leaders abandoned a long struggle to appease the most ardent abortion opponents in their ranks, gambling Thursday that they can secure the support for President Bara ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
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Lesbian teen sues over prom flap; back at school
By SHELIA BYRD
Associated Press Writer
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) -- Constance McMillen didn't believe her Mississippi school district would really call off her senior prom rather than allow her to show up with her girlfriend and wear a tuxedo.
On T ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
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HBO brings WWII veterans to memorial in DC
By BRETT ZONGKER
Associated Press Writer
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Tom Hanks, Steven Spielberg and Elizabeth Dole welcomed 250 veterans to the World War II memorial Thursday to honor their service and introduce a TV miniseries on the battles of the Pacific. ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
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Toyota troubles put spotlight on US safety agency
By KEN THOMAS and STEPHEN MANNING
Associated Press Writers
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The government may require automakers to include brake systems that can override the gas pedal in response to Toyota's massive recalls, auto safety officials told Co ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
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