March 11, 2010
Gibbs: Congress Should Finalize Health Care Reform Bill Soon
White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs told reporters during his daily briefing this afternoon that the Obama administration would like Congress to finalize controversial health care reform legislation as "quickly as possible." Gibbs' comment was in response to Democratic congressional leaders, who have indicated that the White House's deadline for wrapping up the legislation one week from today is not likely.
Federal Appellate Court Panel Upholds Pledge of Allegiance
A panel of the 9th U.S. Circuit Circuit of Appeals in San Francisco, in a 2-1 ruling, today upheld recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance, including the words "under God," in public schools. The court ruled that having teachers lead students in the pledge is not an unconstitutional government establishment of religion, because the purpose of reciting the pledge is patriotic.
State Department Issues Annual Report on Human Rights
In commenting on today's release by the State Department of its annual report on human rights, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton noted that "we find ourselves in a moment when an increasing number of governments are imposing new and crippling restrictions on the non-governmental organizations working to protect rights and enhance accountability." The report, which covered 194 countries, singled out Iran and China in particular for human rights abuses.
Stocks End the Day Higher
On Wall Street, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 44 points to 10611. The Nasdaq composite index was up nine points to 2368. The broader S&P 500 Index finished four points higher at 1150.
The Rest of the News is a news report by Jim Kress from the Washington bureau. Looking at today's news, this report covers a combination of stories and events that may not be carried by other news agencies, but that are of particular interest to a Christian audience. Listen in Real Audio.
Week of March 07, 2010
World Vision Responding to Quake Survivors in Chile
World Vision says that the massive, magnitude 8.8 earthquake that struck Chile, could well turn out to be the worst natural disaster in the history of South America.
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Same-Sex Couples Line Up for Marriage Licenses in Nation's Capital
More than 150 same-sex couples applied for marriage licenses in the District of Columbia last Wednesday, the first day they were able to do so, under a controversial law recently approved by DC Council.
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Hearing Held on "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" Policy
The House Armed Services Committee held a hearing, last week, on legislation to repeal the military's, "Don't ask, don't tell" policy, barring gay people from serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.
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Some House Democrats Say, "No Public Funding for Abortion"
A dozen House democrats said, last week, that they won't support President Obama's revised health care reform plan, unless the language is tightened in the Senate version, barring the federal funding of abortion.
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Oklahoma House Approves Measure Making Ultrasound Mandatory for Women Seeking Abortion
The Oklahoma House overwhelmingly approved a measure requiring pregnant women considering an abortion to first undergo an ultrasound.
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Christians in Eritrea Arrested for Praying
Security officials in Eritrea have arrested seven Christians for praying at a private home.
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White House Faith-Based Council to Present Final Report This Week
After a year's work, a White House advisory council on faith-based programs has adopted dozens of recommendations on everything from church/state separation, to fighting poverty, and promoting fatherhood.
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Head of American Family Association Resigns
Donald Wildmon, the founder and chairman of American Family Association, has resigned, due to health problems.
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Dobson Prepares for New Radio Show
Days after his last broadcast for Focus on the Family, which he founded 33 years ago, Dr. James Dobson is making preparations to start his new radio show.
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Christian Songwriter Donates Proceeds from Song to Help Haitian Quake Victims
Christian songwriter Michael W. Smith has created a song to raise money for the victims of January's deadly earthquake in Haiti.
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Prison Fellowship Starts New Program in Tennessee
Prison Fellowship's Out4Life program in Tennessee, kicked off last week, with a conference in Nashville.
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Campus Crusade for Christ Hosting Spring Break Outreach
Campus Crusade for Christ International is hosting a range of Spring Break activities for college students this month, including the "Big Break" outreach in Panama City, Florida.
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