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Democrats Demand Obama Keep Government Health Plan - Yahoo! News

Democrats Demand Obama Keep Government Health Plan - Yahoo! News:

"President Barack Obama is facing pressure from fellow Democrats to keep a government-run insurance plan in a health-care overhaul, with House lawmakers threatening to withhold support without it.

“To take the public option off the table would be a grave error,” leaders of the 83-member Congressional Progressive Caucus said in a letter last night to Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius. “Passage in the House of Representatives depends upon inclusion of it.”

The Democratic lawmakers also attached a July 30 letter from 60 party members to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi that said any legislation that didn’t contain a government plan was “unacceptable.”"

Obama follows through, files to repeal DOMA

Can't see this email? View the online version. Fallout from DOMAttack Obama follows through, files to repeal DOMA A conservative black pastor in Washington, DC, is expressing outrage over President Obama's decision to file a legal brief in support of repealing the federal Defense of Marriage Act. POLL: Possible political fallout? VOTE Christian leader hospitalized with meningitis Rev. Don Wildmon, founder and chairman of the American Family Association, has been hospitalized in critical condition for treatment of meningitis. Children are a blessing, not a carbon curse A leader in the Southern Baptist Convention says the argument that the world's carbon footprint should be limited by the number of children couples have is faulty and godless. Perspective: Whose medical decisions? Just like magicians, politicians know that the secret of many political tricks is to distract the public with scapegoats. No one is more of a political magician than Barack Obama. Lutherans discuss homosexual leadership The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America is holding its biennial national meeting this week, with several controversial items regarding sexuality on the agenda. More of today's news Protesters exer... Obama governmen... California woma... Gibbs insists Obama not backing off public option WASHINGTON White House spokesman Robert Gibbs insists the Obama administration has not shifted its goals on health care reform or distanced itself from a government run public insurance option. Hurricane Bill gathers strength out in Atlantic PORT AU PRINCE, Haiti The first hurricane of the Atlantic season loomed far out in the ocean Tuesday, gaining power and moving on a track that Obama hopes Mubarak returns to peace-making fold WASHINGTON President Barack Obama is trying to restore Egypt's President Hosni Mubarak as the U.S. ace in the hole in its decades long effort to Pakistan captures spokesman for Baitullah Mehsud ISLAMABAD Security forces captured the Pakistani Taliban's top spokesman in an operation near the Afghan border, a government official said Tuesday, dealing another blow to the militants following Ex-SKorean President Kim Dae-jung dead at 85 SEOUL, South Korea Former President Kim Dae jung, who survived assassination attempts during his years as a dissident and won the Nobel Peace Prize A Failed, Single Term? Joshua Friedeman| President Obama is on the way to joining an exclusive club. It is the club of failed one-term presidents. How I became so conservative so fast Elijah Friedeman| Self proclaimed "recovering liberal," Robin Berekely, writes about about his progresson from liberalism to conservatism. New NIH director is evangelical but not controversial â€" why? by Bryan Fischer The new director of the National Institutes of Health, Dr. Francis Collins, is a self proclaimed evangelical Christian who wrote a best selling book in 2006 called "The Language of God A Scientist Presents Evidence for Belief" White House Passes Buck on Unsolicited Health Care Emails Remember those unsolicited health care emails that people all across the country received last week, including the ones from David Axelrod's office? The White House is now saying that although is does acknowledge the fact that people received the emails, Obama's Trojan Horse Check out the latest video report from American Life League below. Flag Yourself Campaign Elijah Friedeman| The White House wants people to flag "fishy" information. Why not go ahead and flag yourself? MSNBC host: Jesus would support universal healthcare Elijah Friedeman| Would Jesus support universal healthcare? That's what MSNBC host Ed Schultz seems to think. Team America TI talks with Tom Tancredo Criminal Prosecutions for a Blessing at Mealtime? TI discusses a situation in Florida We Are A Gifted People Matt Friedeman discusses salvation and good works Healthcare System in Canada is Sick Matt Friedeman discusses the health care system in Canada A Likely Scenario for the Future of the Middle East Matt Friedeman takes questions What Was the Intent of Our Founders? Bryan Fischer discusses the First Amendment The Compassion of God Matt Friedeman talks about the compassion of God for us. Gull Lake Q&A, Part 1 On Thursday I wrapped up a week of teaching at Gull Lake Ministries in Michigan. http://www.keepbelieving.com/blog/2009-7-4-gull-lake-qa-part-1/ The Contradictions of our President While my first passion (and formal training) is in theology and philosophy, I do love following politics. http://www.conversantlife.com/politics/the-contradictions-of-our-president Bible Busâ€"June Update During our Caribbean cruise last week I finished reading through the Bible.http://www.keepbelieving.com/blog/2009-6-16-bible-busn-june-update/ New Homeschooling Study by Mary FriedemanIt’s officialHomeschooling worksNot that homeschoolers themselves ever doubted Seasons by Mary FriedemanToday is our first day Shifting Gears by Mary Friedeman This has been our week to gear up for the new school year. We start on Monday, and it’s time to get our minds and our internal clocks recalibrated after summer’s ease. 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>>> Having trouble viewing this newsletter? View as a webpage. Top Stories Tuesday, August 18, 2009 Columnist Robert Novak dies Political columnist Robert Novak, who was a central figure in the Valerie Plame CIA leak case, has died after a battle with brain cancer. 8 kids found allegedly living in squalor | VIDEO Police say they found eight children - ages 3-months to 11-years old - living in squalor in the Bronzeville neighborhood. Gov takes aim at corruption in Illinois | VIDEO Governor Pat Quinn is trying to root out corruption in Illinois, making it harder for clout to play a role in politics and also expanding the power of the inspector general. 1 injured in S. Loop construction accident A construction worker has been injured in an accident at a work site in the 2400-block of South State Street. FBI: Winnie the Pooh Bandit arrested FBI agents have arrested a Chicago man they believe to be the Winnie the Pooh Bandit, a suspect in three bank robberies. MORE STORIES Strange 2 years' probation for doc who hid bullet It's a howl: Artist compiles album of screams GPS helps find 18th-century violin in taxi Expert: Man may have late Lincoln signature Robbery suspect nabbed when note lists personal info Consumer CUB: Cell-phone customers paying too much | VIDEO Government looking at Jeep Wranglers for potential fires Sears, Kmart launch Christmas Club card Taco Bell to offer healthier options Suburban company sues Noxzema manufacturer Healthbeat Many don't know warning signs of stroke What killed Mozart? Study suggests strep US expects far fewer swine flu shots in October Girl with diabetes inspires new state law Cutesie ads endangering your baby? MOST POPULAR 8 kids found allegedly living in squalor Jackie Jackson gets special treatment City offices closed for furlough day Durbin letter to school investigated Uptown residents voice concerns over violence All Most Popular Advertisement TODAY'S WEATHER OUTLOOK 81°F 54°F Clouds and sunshine; less humid this afternoon Hour-by-Hour | 7 Day Forecast | Radar & Satellite TONIGHT ON ABC 7:00 PM Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? 8:00 PM Shaq Vs. 9:01 PM Primetime: The Outsiders 10:00 PM ABC 7 News 10:35 PM Nightline Lottery Results Your Daily Horoscope Michael Jackson to be buried on his birthday A Jackson family spokesman says the King of Pop will be buried on what would have been the singer's 51st birthday. Celebs throw support behind Olympic bid What do Sean Hayes, Brian Urlacher, John Legend and Jimmy Fallon have in common? 2016 Olympic Bid Coverage BLOG: Going for the Games Oprah attends IOC dinner Obama officially part of Chicago 2016 pitch White House names Jarrett 2016 lead SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS I'd like to receive the following newsletters from abc7chicago.com Daily Weather | Daily News | 190 North Sign up for news alerts

Tuesday: Show your support in Chicago

Fred -- I wanted to send you an urgent invitation to an important town hall with Rep. Jesse Jackson this Tuesday, August 18th, that he is hosting for his constituents of the 2nd Congressional District. He'll be talking to constituents and gathering feedback -- this is an ideal opportunity to make sure your support for health insurance reform is seen and heard at exactly the right time. Our congressional representatives are back home this month, and they're facing more and more pressure from special interests on health insurance reform. It's critical that we get out there and show them where we stand. I hope you can join us: What: Town Hall with Rep. Jesse Jackson Where: Sheldon Heights Church of Christ 11249 S. Halsted Street Chicago, IL 60628 When: Tuesday, August 18th Start Time: 6:00 p.m. Our representatives are under attack by Washington insiders, insurance companies, and well-financed special interests who don't go a day without spreading lies and stirring up fear. We need to show that we're sick and tired of it, and that we're ready for real change, this year. Please arrive early to the town hall, and make sure that the most powerful voices in this debate are those calling for real reform, not angrily clamoring for the status quo. Thanks, Dave Dave Seman Illinois State Director Organizing for America Paid for by Organizing for America, a project of the Democratic National Committee -- 430 South Capitol Street SE, Washington, D.C. 20003. This communication is not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee.

Ex-SKorean President Kim Dae-jung dies at 85 - Yahoo! News

Ex-SKorean President Kim Dae-jung dies at 85 - Yahoo! News: "Former President Kim Dae-jung, who spent years as a dissident under South Korea's military dictatorship and later won the Nobel Peace Prize for seeking reconciliation with communist North Korea, has died. He was 85."

Forces capture Pakistani Taliban's top spokesman - Yahoo! News

Forces capture Pakistani Taliban's top spokesman - Yahoo! News: "Security forces captured the Pakistani Taliban's top spokesman, and he acknowledged the death of the group's leader in a recent U.S. missile strike, officials said Tuesday — further signs the militants are in disarray since the American attack."

Taliban claim responsibility for Kabul attack - Yahoo! News

Taliban claim responsibility for Kabul attack - Yahoo! News: "A Taliban spokesman is claiming responsibility for a suicide car bomb attack in Kabul which killed at least seven people."

Lockerbie bomber drops appeal, hopes for release - Yahoo! News

Lockerbie bomber drops appeal, hopes for release - Yahoo! News: "A Scottish court on Tuesday allowed the Lockerbie bomber to drop an appeal against his conviction — a step that could lead to the Libyan man's possible release or transfer to a prison in his homeland."

64 missing workers feared dead in Russian accident - Yahoo! News

64 missing workers feared dead in Russian accident - Yahoo! News: "The owner of Russia's largest hydroelectric plant says there is little chance that any of the 64 workers missing after an accident could be found alive."

FACT CHECK: No 'death panel' in health care bill - Yahoo! News

FACT CHECK: No 'death panel' in health care bill - Yahoo! News: "Former Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin says the health care overhaul bill would set up a 'death panel.' Federal bureaucrats would play God, ruling on whether ailing seniors are worth enough to society to deserve life-sustaining medical care. Palin and other critics are wrong."

Strep throat may have killed Mozart: study - Yahoo! News

Strep throat may have killed Mozart: study - Yahoo! News: "The death of composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart at the age of 35 may have been caused by complications stemming from strep throat, according to a Dutch study published on Monday. Since the composer's death in 1791, there have been various theories about the cause of his untimely end, from intentional poisoning, to rheumatic fever, to trichinosis, a parasitic disease caused by eating raw or undercooked pork."

Media Matters Daily Summary

Here are today's news items from Media Matters for America, click on the title or 'read more' to read the entirety of each story. Conservatives push Reagan's 1961 attacks on "socialized medicine" but ignore that he was criticizing Medicare On August 14, the Drudge Report, Rush Limbaugh, and O'Reilly Factor guest host Laura Ingraham featured a recording of Ronald Reagan speaking in 1961 against "socialized medicine" for the American Medical Association's Operation Coffee Cup Campaign against Medicare. Neither Drudge, Limbaugh, nor Ingraham, however, noted that Reagan was speaking out against an early version of Medicare, which has become very popular since it was enacted 44 years ago, or that Reagan's dire predictions of curtailments of freedom were never realized. Read More Wash. Times defends "fact-based" editorials comparing Obama to Nazis Responding to an August 14 New York Times article, The Washington Times editorial board defended its comparisons of President Obama's policies to Nazi euthanasia programs, claiming "it was fair game to anticipate how his team might seek to implement those proposals." Also, The Washington Times claimed that its editorials were "consistent, fact-based and principled" despite espousing numerous false and misleading claims. Read More ABC's Stossel will reportedly moderate Americans for Prosperity health care events ABC's John Stossel will reportedly moderate three "town hall-style" "health care meetings" organized by the Wisconsin chapter of the conservative group Americans for Prosperity and intended to increase "pressure" on the state's Democratic members of Congress on health care reform. Stossel has recently reported on health care issues on ABC's 20/20, which he co-anchors; that report included criticisms of the purported health care reform goals of President Obama and Democratic members of Congress. Read More Limbaugh falsely claimed he has "not used the word 'death panels,' except in quoting Sarah Palin" Radio host Rush Limbaugh falsely claimed during the August 17 edition of his program that he has "not used the word 'death panels,' except in quoting Sarah Palin." In fact, during the August 13 edition of his program, Limbaugh -- in his own voice -- referred to end-of-life counseling sessions mentioned in a provision of the House's health care reform legislation as "death panels." Read More New conspiracy theory: Conservative media baselessly suggest email recipients may be on WH "enemies list" Conservative media have baselessly suggested that people who reportedly claim to have received unsolicited email from White House adviser David Axelrod may have been added to a White House "enemies list" after emails they sent that were critical of the Obama administration were purportedly forwarded to flag@whitehouse.gov. These media figures have failed to provide any credible evidence in support of this conspiracy theory. Read More You can help support our work; become a volunteer media monitor, or donate to Media Matters for America.