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Obama thanks McCain for toning down
The Swampby Jill Zuckman PHILADELPHIA -- Barnstorming to get out the vote across this pivotal Pennsylvania city, Barack Obama paused Saturday to thank John McCain. "I want to acknowledge that Senator McCain tried to tone down the rhetoric at his town......Tags: Barack Obama, Public Finance, John McCain
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Illinois Dems aim for bigger legislative majority
AP Political WriterIf you're running for the Illinois Legislature, it's not a good time to be Republican. President Bush is extremely unpopular and in many voters' minds carries the burden of a war and a Wall Street meltdown. Demographic changes are making Illinois...Tags: Regional Authority, Michael Madigan, Rod Blagojevich, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Emil Jones
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Palin uses her elected office to promote religious causes, at times with public money
Associated Press WriterWASILLA, Alaska (AP) _ The camera closes in on Sarah Palin speaking to young missionaries, vowing from the pulpit to do her part to implement God's will from the governor's office. What she didn't tell worshippers gathered at the Wasilla Assembly of...Tags: Anchorage, Franklin Graham, John McCain, Social Services, Freedom of Religion
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Democrats may call for $150 billion aid plan with tax rebate, food stamp money
South Florida Sun-SentinelAfter consulting with Barack Obama, Democratic leaders are likely to call Congress back to work after the election in hopes of passing legislation that would include extended jobless benefits, money for food stamps and possibly a tax rebate, officials...Tags: Heavy Engineering, Nancy Pelosi, Harry Reid, Financial Markets, Laws
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Obama, McCain trade respect, barbs
Tribune correspondentBarnstorming to get out the vote across this pivotal Pennsylvania city, Barack Obama paused Saturday to thank John McCain for restraining his supporters before rebuking him on the economy. "I want to acknowledge that Sen. McCain tried to tone down the...Tags: John Kerry, Bill Clinton, John McCain, Barack Obama, George Bush
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Dems' possible aid plan could include tax rebate, money for food stamps, unemployment benefits
AP Special CorrespondentWASHINGTON (AP) _ After consulting with Barack Obama, Democratic leaders are likely to call Congress back to work after the election in hopes of passing legislation that would include extended jobless benefits, money for food stamps and possibly a tax...Tags: Heavy Engineering, Nancy Pelosi, Harry Reid, Laws, Barack Obama
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State taxes slow but don't reflect world economy yet
Maryland tax collections are slowing more than expected but don't yet fully reflect the economic downturn that is roiling the world, state officials said yesterday. Collections for the first three months of the budget year are above those from the same...Tags: Martin O'Malley, Personal Income, Gaming and Lotteries
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Dixon supports slots
Promising that revenue from slots machines would provide a "significant and permanent reduction" in city property taxes, Mayor Sheila Dixon and other local elected officials yesterday urged city residents to vote for a November ballot measure to expand...Tags: Regional Authority, Casino and Gambling, Property Tax, Referenda, Gaming and Lotteries
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Election battle is fought at grass-roots level — with yard signs
Sentinel Staff WriterThe ultimate grassroots campaign is being waged on lawns across Central Florida and the nation. In the "Political Landscaping" photo gallery below, these residents, who live on Concord Street near downtown Orlando, reveal in their own words why they're...Tags: Diplomacy, Barack Obama, Economic Policy, Wars and Interventions, Orange County (Florida)
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Higher fees, fines
The Daley administration is looking at $64 million in taxes, fees and fines to balance the budget. Here's where you might get hit: •Downtown parking tax (on charges of $12 and up) to $3 from $2.25. •Tax on tickets to Bears, Bulls, Cubs, Sox,...Tags: Fines, Punishment
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Venezuela tax agency closes 118 McDonald's
The Venezuelan government ordered nearly all McDonald's restaurants in the country closed for 48 hours over what it called irregularities in the fast-food chain's books. The tax agency said it ordered more than 100 McDonald's restaurants temporarily shut...Tags: Restaurant and Catering Industry, McDonald's, Hugo Chavez
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Heat Q&A with Ira Winderman
Sun-Sentinel.comAsk Ira! Sun-Sentinel Heat writer Ira Winderman answers YOUR questions about the team! You can read his latest comments below. To submit your question, e-mail here. Please include your name, city and state with each question. --------------------...Tags: Antawn Jamison, Jacque Vaughn, New Jersey Nets, Moving, Chicago Bulls
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