10 things you need to know today: May 19, 2012
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Facebook debuts on Wall Street, the world gets a new glimpse of Trayvon Martin, and more in our roundup of the stories that are making news and driving opinion
politico - elections @ May 19, 2012
INSIDE OUT
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BOSTON — Barack Obama’s opponent four years ago was a Republican who repressed his moderate and liberal instincts, who insisted he was a conservative, who seemed to be suffering from a political identity crisis, who had a sterling resume but a halting campaign style.His opponent this time can be described … exactly the same way.So we’re familiar with what the Republicans will be peddling this time, though the name at the top of the GOP ticket won’t be John McCain but Mitt Romney. The Democrats, of course, will be trying to sell Barack Obama again. …
politico - elections @ May 18, 2012
ROMNEY DOESN’T SEE LINK BETWEEN COLLEGE AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
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It’s that long-anticipated season for college seniors and their families.Having completed four — or five or six — years of studies, students will don caps and gowns, march into an assembly and listen to a speaker exhort them to go forth and change the world. Then, having received that magical document, they will proceed to confront the mountain of debt they have amassed.Some grads are luckier, of course. They were born to affluent families who can easily afford the cost of a college degree, even at the nation’s pricier institutions. …
politico - elections @ May 18, 2012
U.S. Census Bureau Daily Feature for May 19
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WASHINGTON, May 19, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Following is the daily “Profile America” feature from the U.S. Census Bureau:
politico - elections @ May 18, 2012
Walmart to Sponsor Round-table Discussion & Networking Event: NHCC Journey to Excellence Hispanic Leadership Pipeline Workshop on May 19th, 2012
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WASHINGTON and DALLAS, May 18, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Participants in the National Hispanic Corporate Council Corporate Executive Development Program (NHCC-CEDP) have reached out to Hispanic youth to hold an “NHCC Journey to Excellence Hispanic Leadership Pipeline” Workshop on Saturday, May 19, from 1:00-3:00 pm at Southern Methodist University (SMU) Cox School of Business in Dallas. …
politico - elections @ May 18, 2012
What Tax Hikes Does Beth Anne Rankin Support?
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Congressional candidate refuses to sign Taxpayer Protection Pledge to oppose higher taxes in 2012
politico - elections @ May 18, 2012
Virginia Governor McDonnell Signs Voter ID Bill & Challenges Obama Justice Department
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politico - elections @ May 18, 2012
California Student Aid Commission Votes To Oppose Key Provisions Of Governors Higher Education Budget Proposal
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RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif., May 18, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The California Student Aid Commission yesterday, 5/17/12, voted to oppose proposed Cal Grant cuts and the realignment of the Cal Grant Entitlement Program. At a time when more than 1 million college graduates are needed to fuel the State’s economic recovery, the proposed Cal Grant cuts eliminate or reduce college opportunity for thousands of students.
politico - elections @ May 18, 2012
Comprehensive Report Documents Impact of Urologic Diseases on American Public
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LOS ANGELES, May 18, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Urologic conditions like urinary tract infections, kidney stones, and prostate cancer are a major economic burden on Americans, resulting in health care costs of close to $40 billion annually, according to a newly released national report that charts the demographic and economic impact of urologic diseases in the U.S.
politico - elections @ May 18, 2012
Watch, But Watch Safely, During Annular Solar Eclipse
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ST. LOUIS, May 18, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — On Sunday, May 20, an annular solar eclipse will be visible to those who live on the West Coast. Watching a solar eclipse can be an exciting and educational experience, but people should do so safely, warns the American Optometric Association (AOA). Looking at a solar eclipse without proper protection can result in serious eye damage, the association says.
politico - elections @ May 18, 2012
