The Audacity of Bipartisanship
May 9, 2008
Friday, May 9, 2008
The Audacity of Bipartisanship
It would appear that the bloggers for The Nation are beginning to shift their attention from handicapping the Democratic Primary to handicapping the November election. For example John Nichols put up a reflection yesterday evening on the “news buzz” over supporters of Hillary Clinton claiming they would choose John McCain over Barack Obama. Read more
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The Chips Are Up for Tim McGraw
May 9, 2008
The Fritos brand spiced up snacking today by collaborating with Grammy Award-winning musician Tim McGraw for an integrated partnership to reach fans everywhere — from television to retail to on tour. For a limited-time only Tim McGraw Spicy Jalapeno flavored Fritos corn chips will be available in stores starting in May and become nationally available in the fall. Read more
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Zambian President Threatens Traders with Jail Terms
May 9, 2008
Zambian President Levy Mwanawasa on Friday in Lusaka threatened traders that sublet their market stalls to foreigners with jail sentences with no option of a fine. Read more
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Coldplay Announce ‘Viva La Vida’ North American Tour
May 9, 2008
Coldplay has announced their “Viva La Vida” North American Tour in support of their new album of the same name, which will be released on June 17th. The tour, which will be produced by Live Nation, will kick off on June 29th in Philadelphia, PA. Before kicking off the “Viva La Vida” tour, Coldplay will play free concerts in London (June 16th at the Brixton Academy) and New York (June 23rd at Madison Square Garden). Read more
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Burma Agrees to US Aid for Cyclone Victims
May 9, 2008
Burma’s military government has agreed to allow a single U.S. cargo plane to deliver relief supplies for victims of Saturday’s killer cyclone. VOA White House Correspondent Scott Stearns reports, Burmese officials say the storm killed nearly 23,000 people and it is feared the number could go higher. Read more
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Russia Holds First Red Square Military Parade Since Soviet Collapse
May 9, 2008
Troops, tanks, warplanes and missiles paraded across Red Square in Moscow Friday for the first time since the Soviet collapse. The display came as Russia celebrated its May 9 Victory Day over Nazi Germany. VOA Moscow Correspondent Peter Fedynsky reports the show of force was intended as a signal of renewed Russian military strength. Read more
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