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Texas abortion uproar: Could backlash turn Lone Star State blue? (+video)
Outrage is running high among Texas Democrats after the Republican-led Legislature pushed through a tough new abortion bill. While change is coming, a blue Texas is not imminent, it seems.
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Janet Napolitano replacement list grows for Homeland Security
Janet Napolitano is stepping down as head of the Department of Homeland Security. Republicans promise a 'spirited debate' over the controversial department and Napolitano's replacement.
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President Obama: 'The death of Trayvon Martin was a tragedy for America'
George Zimmerman was found not guilty in the shooting death of black teenager Trayvon Martin. In a statement Sunday, President Obama said, 'I now ask every American to respect the call for calm reflection from two parents who lost their young son.'
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Senate leaders at odds over proposed rule changes
On Monday, all 100 senators will meet to seek a compromise that will allow President Barack Obama's nominees for several posts to be confirmed without receiving the required 60 votes.
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George Zimmerman 'not guilty' verdict: Legal fight could continue
George Zimmerman has been found not guilty in the shooting death of teenager Trayvon Martin. But the US Justice Department may pursue the case under civil rights law, and Trayvon's parents are considering whether or not to file wrongful death civil charges against Zimmerman.
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Asiana flight attendants receive praise for role as first responders
In a profession often noted primarily for their appearance and customer service skills, the 12-person cabin crew aboard Asiana Flight 214 which crash-landed in San Fransisco July 6, has been recognized for their bravery and heroism.
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San Francisco shooting: Two women killed, gunman in custody
On Friday, two women were killed it what may have been a botched robbery at a San Francisco jewelry market. The gunman also shot at police before eventually surrendering.
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Former governor of Montana won't run for Senate; an opening for GOP?
Brian Schweitzer, a Democrat and former governor of Montana, announced he won't seek the US Senate seat vacated by Sen. Max Baucus next year. Baucus' seat will be a target for Republicans, who need to pick up six seats to control the Senate.
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Zimmerman not guilty: Victory for new kind of civil rights era?
Persecution of lawful gun owners is the new civil rights battle, many Americans claim. George Zimmerman just became their icon.
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Asiana pilot names: KTVU apologizes for racist prank, but lawsuit possible (+video)
Asiana pilot names were wrong and racist, KTVU apologizes. But amid an already controversial investigation into the Asiana Flight 214 crash, the airline threatens legal action.
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George Zimmerman verdict: 'Not guilty' in death of Trayvon Martin
After 17 months, the case of George Zimmerman – charged with shooting unarmed teenager Trayvon Martin – came to a close Saturday night when a jury of six women found Zimmerman not guilty of all charges. The case came to be seen as a parable involving civil rights, racial profiling, racism, gun rights, and the changing definitions of self-defense in public places.
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Texas abortion vote mirrors Americans' divided view
Texas lawmakers have passed a restrictive abortion law that could sharply reduce the number of clinics. Over the years, the sharply divided public view has become more conservative.
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A Texas end run on Roe v. Wade abortion rights?
Despite fierce resistance from Democrats, Texas Senate Republicans on Friday pushed through a bold anti-abortion bill, becoming the 13th state to ban abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy,
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Can Janet Napolitano staunch University of California's financial struggles?
Janet Napolitano announced she will resign as Secretary of Homeland Security to run the University of California. After five years of nearly $1 billion in cuts, hikes in tuition, and hiring freezes she'll have her work cut out for her.
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Eliot Spitzer, Anthony Weiner stage political comebacks. Redemption overload?
Not long ago New York Democrats Eliot Spitzer and Anthony Weiner seemed to have killed their political careers with sex scandals. Now, each is attempting a comeback, but will New Yorkers forgive and forget?
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Corpus Christi explosion destroys home, injures 3
Firefighters and other officials are investigating an explosion in Corpus Christi, Texas, which destroyed one home, damaged three more, and injured three people on Friday.
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Food stamps fact check: For now, program will continue as is
Food stamps have historically been linked to farm programs, but on Thursday the House passed the farm bill without addressing food stamps at all, saying the $80 billion program would be addressed in a separate bill. In 2012, one in seven Americans used food stamps.
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George Zimmerman trial: Six women weigh a silent man’s future
The George Zimmerman jury has resumed deliberations in Sanford, Fla. Six women have an unenviable task: Measure justice in the case of a neighborhood watch captain who kills an unarmed teenager.
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Justice Department backs off on secret seizure of reporters’ records
The Justice Department has revised its guidelines on when it can probe the phone and email records of journalists as part of an effort to stem government leaks. This comes after the controversial secret seizure of Associated Press and Fox News records.
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Texas Legislature passes abortion bill, Democrats vow a fight
In a few days, Texas Governor Rick Perry will sign into law a controversial bill banning abortions after 20 weeks. Democrats, who offered 20 amendments to the bill, all rejected, have vowed to fight it through lawsuits and at the ballot box.
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