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Obama predicts tax bill passage, possible changes
By News on Dec 10, 2010
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WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Barack Obama is predicting congressional approval of the tax-cutting compromise he has reached with Republican leaders, but he's not ruling out that unhappy congressional Democrats will make some changes in the mammoth legislation....Nobel peace ceremony goes ahead, with empty chair
By News on Dec 10, 2010
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OSLO, Norway (AP) -- As China tightens its grip on dissidents at home, dignitaries in Norway celebrate this year's winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, imprisoned Chinese activist Liu Xiaobo, with solemn ceremony - and an empty chair....Foes of 'don't ask, don't tell' say fight not over
By News on Dec 10, 2010
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WASHINGTON (AP) -- Advocates of a bill that would overturn the military's "don't ask, don't tell" policy say their fight for repeal this year is far from over despite a failing Senate vote this week and only days left in the lame-duck session....White House: Obama and Bill Clinton to meet Friday
By News on Dec 10, 2010
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WASHINGTON (AP) -- An administration official says President Barack Obama is planning to meet with former President Bill Clinton at the White House....Tax package appears headed for passage in Senate
By News on Dec 10, 2010
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WASHINGTON (AP) -- Legislation aimed at avoiding sweeping tax increases Jan. 1 appears headed for approval in the Senate after negotiators added a few sweeteners to promote ethanol and other forms of alternative energy....