Wear a sweater, honor Mr. Rogers - Celebrities- msnbc.com

Seeded on Fri Feb 29, 2008 10:44 PM EST (msnbc.com)

Fans of the show Mr. Rogers are encouraged to celebrate "Sweater Day" on March 20th by wearing a sweater to honor the late children's television show host. March 20 is Fred Rogers' birthday, he would have been 80 this year.

entertainment, children, television, mr-rogers

America's Most Sinful Cities - Forbes.com

Seeded on Wed Feb 20, 2008 4:48 PM EST (Forbes)

An interesting look at how some America's cities rank with regard to the seven deadly sins. Some will surprise you and some will seem like no-brainers. Did your city make the cut?

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We answer your burning election questions - Decision '08- msnbc.com

Seeded on Tue Feb 19, 2008 5:48 PM EST (msnbc.com)

Not sure how the whole election process works? Want to know the difference between a delegate and elector? Need to know how the primary/caucus timeline is created? Get these and other burning questions answered in this informative and in some cases, enlightening article.

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Dairy subsidy could be issue for candidates

Seeded on Mon Feb 18, 2008 7:14 AM EST (madison.com)

With receiving more than a half BILLION dollars in a federal subsidy meant to help out dairy farmers grappling with low milk prices, Wisconsin has received twice that of other states. Clinton and Obama have both supported renewing this Milk Income Loss Contract (MILC), in fact, …

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USDA recalls 143 million pounds of beef - Health- msnbc.com

Seeded on Sun Feb 17, 2008 4:37 PM EST (msnbc.com)

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announce largest beef recall ever. A recall of 143 million pounds of frozen beef from a Chino, CA slaughterhouse that is being investigated for mistreating cattle.

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More on a Hillary Comeback - Michael Barone (usnews.com)

Seeded on Sun Feb 17, 2008 4:29 PM EST (US News & World Report)

Michael Barone makes his predictions about a "best-case scenario" for Hillary Clinton in the upcoming primaries and caucuses. His predictions are based mostly on demographics.

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America's Most Wired Cities - Forbes.com

Seeded on Sun Feb 17, 2008 4:16 PM EST (Forbes)

Atlanta, Seattle, and Raleigh top the list of most "wired" cities. Did your city make the list?

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McCain adds delegates; Democrats argue about allocations

Seeded on Sun Feb 17, 2008 4:09 PM EST (The Austin American-Statesman)

McCain picks up more delegates in Michigan and Louisiana on Saturday.

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Trouble signs abound in Clinton's campaign, Columbus Dispatch

Seeded on Sun Feb 17, 2008 3:46 PM EST (dispatchpolitics.com)

Jonathan Riskind of the Columbus Dispatch (Ohio) points out the obvious signs that Hillary's campaign is in full-throttle desperation mode. Riskind puts it simply in this op-ed, "Basically, it's Ohio and Texas or bust for Clinton".

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U.S. election enthralls Japan , Columbus Dispatch Politics

Seeded on Sun Feb 17, 2008 3:33 PM EST (dispatchpolitics.com)

Joe Hallett of The Columbus Dispatch reports on the sheer fascination that the Japanese have with our current Presidential Elections, especially the race between Democratic hopefuls Sen. Barack Obama and Sen. Hillary Clinton.

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How to be a Scott (Scoop) Butki

Fri Feb 15, 2008 9:15 PM EST

By Babel Fish (Clipped by gossipMOM)

Scott (Scoop) Butki is not the all time runner up, second place but he has achieved the three month silver medalist place on the Leaderboard. Scott uses his talents as a journalist and is a very active member on the vine. Lets first look at his own descriptive profile:

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7 Steps to an Early Tax Refund

Seeded on Fri Feb 15, 2008 9:46 AM EST (MSN)

Seeded by newsguru (Clipped by gossipMOM)

If you want to get your 2007 taxes in early and get your refund quickly, here are Schnepper's Seven Strategies to getting those dollars in your pockets ASAP. Here's what you have to do:

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How to be a killfile.

Fri Feb 15, 2008 2:34 AM EST

By Babel Fish (Clipped by gossipMOM)

Killfile has won his fame on newsvine.com by understanding how the vine works and by producing very interesting articles plus seeding articles he by experience knows attracts the votes and comments.

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When Do We Get Our Post-Strike TV Shows?

Tue Feb 12, 2008 8:25 AM EST

By Frazier Moore, AP Television Writer (Clipped by gossipMOM)

No more writers on picket lines. No more network TV bosses scrambling for replacement shows.

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entertainment, labor, hollywood, viewers

McCain, Romney Set for Florida Showdown

Tue Jan 29, 2008 3:13 AM EST

By Liz Sidoti, AP National Political Writer (Clipped by gossipMOM)

Republicans John McCain and Mitt Romney spent a week hammering each other on the economy and national security heading into the Florida presidential primary that could solidify one man as the party's front-runner.

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Dead spy satellite could hit Earth - Space- msnbc.com

Seeded on Sat Jan 26, 2008 7:42 PM EST (msnbc.com)

There are reports from undisclosed sources that a U.S. spy satellite has lost power and is set to hit Earth in the next month. Experts cannot predict where it will hit.

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Tax Rebate Deal Could Mean Checks by May

Thu Jan 24, 2008 12:33 PM EST

By Andrew Taylor, Associated Press Writers (Clipped by gossipMOM)

With unprecedented speed and cooperation, Congress and the White House forged a deal Thursday to begin rushing tax rebates of $600 to $1,200 to most tax filers by spring, hoping they will spend the money just as quickly and jolt the ailing economy to life.

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Is Martin Luther King Jr. Day sacred? by The Seeker - A personal and professional quest for truth | Chicago Tribune | Blog

Seeded on Mon Jan 21, 2008 12:54 PM EST (Chicago Tribune)

This blog entry explores the question of whether or not MLK Day should be a time to remember a great man or a religious occasion.

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Clinton Defeats Obama in Nevada Vote

Seeded on Sat Jan 19, 2008 5:20 PM EST (The New York Times)

Seeded by caroaber (Clipped by gossipMOM)

Nevada became the third state in a row to achieve a record-setting turnout in the Democratic nominating fight.

us, politics, nytimes

Britney Spears dragged to psych ward

Seeded on Sat Jan 5, 2008 12:12 PM EST (NY Daily News)

Seeded by ShaunV (Clipped by gossipMOM)

Continuing her downward spiral from pop tart to deranged diva, Britney Spears was locked in a psych ward on Friday night after a meltdown that ended when she was strapped to a gurney and rushed to a hospital.

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Sen. Biden Abandons Presidential Bid

Thu Jan 3, 2008 11:19 PM EST

By Beth Fouhy, Associated Press Writer (Clipped by gossipMOM)

Delaware Sen. Joe Biden abandoned his bid for the Democratic presidential nomination Thursday after a poor showing in the state's caucuses.

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Today on the Presidential Campaign Trail

Thu Jan 3, 2008 9:33 AM EST

By The Associated Press (Clipped by gossipMOM)

IN THE HEADLINES

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Win or lose, Mayor Bloomberg would make a big impact on '08 race if he runs

Seeded on Wed Jan 2, 2008 7:37 AM EST (NY Daily News)

Seeded by ShaunV (Clipped by gossipMOM)

If Mayor Bloomberg runs for President, he probably won't win even if he spends big - but the billionaire's impact on the race would be enormous, political experts said Tuesday.

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DesMoinesRegister.com

Seeded on Wed Oct 17, 2007 11:08 PM EDT (The Des Moines Register)

An update on how all the candidates are faring in the all-important primary state of Iowa.

election, 2008, politics, presidential, primary

CNN.com - CNN Political Ticker Citing Iraq plans, Richardson adviser defects to Biden campaign «

Seeded on Tue Oct 9, 2007 7:44 AM EDT (CNN)

Fletcher Smith, an adviser for Democrat candidate Richardson in SC leaves Richardson's campaign for Biden's. Reason given that Biden's plan for troop withdrawal in Iraq is more responsible.

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