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January 30, 2008

Edwards to end presidential bid

The Clarion-Ledger, 1/30/8 Democrat John Edwards is exiting the presidential race Wednesday, ending a scrappy underdog bid in which he steered his rivals toward progressive ideals while grappling with family hardship that roused voters’ sympathies, The Associated Press has learned. The two-time White House candidate notified a close circle of senior advisers that he planned…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
January 30, 2008

Senate may alter plan for stimulus

The Clarion-Ledger, 1/30/8 The House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved $146 billion in tax breaks for consumers and businesses Tuesday to jolt the economy. The Senate was to begin action today on a different package that will delay final approval. The House’s 385-35 vote was unusually swift and bipartisan, reflecting lawmakers’ fears that the economy may…