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James Carville Says Obama Likely Nominee

This is a rush transcript from “America’s Election HQ,” May 13, 2008. This copy may not be in its final form and may be updated. BILL HEMMER, CO-HOST: James Carville hit the roof on fellow long time “Clintonistas,” Bill Richardson, endorsed Barack Obama earlier on the year. He called him …

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Dennis Quaid Defends Lawsuit Against Heparin Maker

Actor Dennis Quaid told Congress Wednesday that the near-fatal overdose of Heparin given to his newborn twins last November underscores the need to hold pharmaceutical companies accountable through lawsuits, a remedy that is becoming increasingly problematic for injured consumers. At issue before the House Reform and Government Oversight Committee is …

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111 Nations Formally Adopt Landmark Treaty Banning Cluster Bombs

DUBLIN – Diplomats from 111 nations have formally adopted a landmark treaty banning cluster bombs. Talks chairman Daithi O Ceallaigh of Ireland has closed the 12-day negotiations after diplomats from scores of nations delivered speeches embracing the landmark accord. It requires signatories not to use cluster bombs, to destroy existing …

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