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...internal Clinton campaign discussion alternated between how to hit Obama and how to help her. "You're going to see some very sharp media now," an adviser promised. Aides threw out charges one after another in emails and in conference calls with reporters - about Obama's vote for the Patriot Act, his relationship with lobbyists, his violation of election rules governing robocalls...
...Patriots have also sought out solid athletic citizens, so the Moss trade was particularly astonishing. The ex-All Pro had worn out his welcome in both Minnesota and Oakland and was coming off the worst season of his career. Before the deal was finalized, owner Robert Kraft met with Moss and explained life in New England. "He understood what was important to me and my family and how we run this franchise," says Kraft. "What goes on--on and off the field--is a reflection of my family name. He said to me, 'Mr. Kraft, I've made...
...morally unacceptable endeavors with the winking complicity of an “ignorant” public. Much of the rhetoric of the ongoing “war on terror”—and the policies that accompany it—invoke necessity and fear: what are the Patriot Act and rendition but responses to the shadowy and nebulous threat of Islamic extremism? The global state of affairs continues to demand clandestine activity and the classification of information, but the over-stepping exemplified by this episode only undermines the legitimacy of the CIA as a protective service. Instead...
...been charged with opening bank accounts, depositing bogus checks and then trying to draw down the account, according to the indictment. He had pleaded guilty to three counts of bank fraud and was sentenced to six months in prison and five years' probation and ordered to pay Patriot Bank $9,550 in restitution. Soon afterward, the Federal Government began removal proceedings against Omar, citing his conviction. He successfully fought the attempt. Then, in October 2004, Omar was arrested again, this time for fighting with a neighbor. After both men declined to testify, the charges were reduced to disorderly conduct...
...Nearing game time, some interesting Sader facts Troy has enlightened me on. Holy Cross: 1947 NCAA Champions, lost to Bucknell in Patriot League championship two years ago, won in 2005 and 2007, going to the NCAA tournament both years, and they where a lot of purple. Final fact: Saders picked to finish first in Patriot once again this year. Goign to be a very tough test for the Crimson. 8:00: Amaker in the turtle neck. He pulls it off--barely. Kind of goofy, though. Okay, see how many times I can reference the "neck," as I'll deem...