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Today's News Huckabee, Arkansas Dems agree Clinton should fight on WASHINGTON - Calls for Sen. Hillary Clinton to end her White House bid sounded plenty familiar to Mike Huckabee on Wednesday. - Thursday, May 8, 2008 Huckabee warns of diabetes threat WASHINGTON - An advocate for better health since his diabetes diagnosis five years ago, Mike Huckabee warned Wednesday that the illness may pose a greater threat than terrorism to the United States. - Thursday, May 8, 2008 Past News Washington Digest: Congress safeguards student loans WASHINGTON - Congress acted last week to shield student loans from the deepening credit crisis. - Mon, May 05, 2008 Political Notebook: Fayetteville couple regulars for Washington fly-in WASHINGTON - Fayetteville's Jack and Jane Meadows are as common as the stale jokes and bland potatoes at the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce's annual Washington banquet. - Sun, May 04, 2008 Fort Smith science teacher named state's best WASHINGTON - Arkansas' best science teacher works flawless experiments with potent chemicals and flammable gases. - Fri, May 02, 2008 Pryor, business execs spar over 'card check' bill WASHINGTON - In a rare clash with the state's business establishment, Sen. - Thu, May 01, 2008 Legislation would ease bureaucratic burden for Arsenal WASHINGTON - Pine Bluff Arsenal officials said Wednesday they are hopeful that Congress this year will fix an obstacle to retaining civilian security guards at the military installation. - Thu, May 01, 2008 Beebe: No state office in Washington WASHINGTON - Gov. Mike Beebe ended the possibility of reopening the state's Washington office, telling Arkansas business leaders Monday that the state congressional delegation's presence is enough. - Wed, Apr 30, 2008 Washington Digest: Senate rejects disclosure of pay discrimination WASHINGTON - The Senate voted last week to reject a bill making it easier for American workers to sue their employers for pay discrimination. - Mon, Apr 28, 2008 Political Notebook: 'Idol' thoughts by congressman WASHINGTON - Even a congressman isn't above a little "Idol" worship. - Sun, Apr 27, 2008 Boozman takes unusual lead in malaria fight WASHINGTON - Rep. John Boozman represents constituents who may be more concerned with tick fever than a mosquito-borne disease eradicated in the United States six decades ago. - Fri, Apr 25, 2008 Arkansas lawmakers oppose gas tax 'holiday' WASHINGTON - Arkansas lawmakers say a proposed gasoline tax "holiday" for this summer is going nowhere and instead Wednesday offered their own plans to lower record-high gas prices. - Thu, Apr 24, 2008 Democrats sign on for Hillary Clinton fundraiser WASHINGTON - It was not clear what sweets they will be serving, but Arkansas Democrats in Congress will host a $500-per-person "dessert reception" next month for Sen. - Thu, Apr 24, 2008 Washington Digest: Senate calls for earmark investigation WASHINGTON - The Senate last week asked the Justice Department to investigate how funding for a Florida road project was included in the 2005 highway bill without being voted on by Congress. - Mon, Apr 21, 2008 Even with prices high, farmers look forward to new Farm Bill WASHINGTON - Sky-high grain prices ease Clay Eifling's mind only so much. - Sun, Apr 20, 2008 Papal visit draws Arkansans to Washington WASHINGTON - Even without the best vantage point, Arkansans who welcomed Pope Benedict XVI to the United States on Wednesday were sure they had the best experience. - Thu, Apr 17, 2008 Huckabee set to raise money for other candidates WASHINGTON - Mike Huckabee on Tuesday announced he is establishing a political action committee to back Republicans who share his ideology. - Wed, Apr 16, 2008 Bill forces states to accept concealed gun permits WASHINGTON - Americans with state-issued concealed weapons permits would be allowed to carry guns wherever they travel in the country under a bill introduced Monday by Rep. - Tue, Apr 15, 2008 Washington Digest: Senate approves housing stimulus bill WASHINGTON - In a move to repair a troubled housing market, the Senate last week approved an array of tax breaks and mortgage incentives. - Mon, Apr 14, 2008 Huckabee faults evangelical leaders, looks to 2012 WASHINGTON - Mike Huckabee on Thursday lashed out at religious leaders who did not support his failed run for the presidency, saying their help may have kept him in the race. - Fri, Apr 11, 2008 State appeals court judge confirmed to federal bench WASHINGTON - The Senate on Thursday confirmed to a U.S. district judge position in Arkansas a popular state appellate court judge who drew no public opposition. - Fri, Apr 11, 2008 Ross alters seafood safety bill for catfish producers WASHINGTON - Rep. Mike Ross rushed Wednesday to strengthen language in a bill he had just introduced after the catfish industry let it be known they would otherwise oppose the legislation. - Thu, Apr 10, 2008 National Park Service backs Butterfield Trail bill WASHINGTON - National Park Service officials on Wednesday endorsed a bill to study upgrading the historic Butterfield Trail. - Thu, Apr 10, 2008 |
