Monthly Archives: September 2008

Could an Obama loss spark race riots?

Posted on September 30, 2008 by TexasFred

Could an Obama loss spark race riots? A political scientist at a Christian college in New York City warns that if Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama loses the election on November 4, race riots could break out in large U.S. … Continue reading →

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Ecuador has new constitution; opposition worried

Posted on September 29, 2008 by TexasFred

Ecuador has new constitution; opposition worried QUITO, Ecuador (AP) – Ecuador’s leftist President Rafael Correa urged his opponents Monday to join his efforts to build a more just society, saying the overwhelming victory of his constitutional referendum gives him a … Continue reading →

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House defeats $700B financial markets bailout

Posted on September 29, 2008 by TexasFred

House defeats $700B financial markets bailout WASHINGTON (AP) – The House on Monday defeated a $700 billion emergency rescue package, ignoring urgent pleas from President Bush and bipartisan congressional leaders to quickly bail out the staggering financial industry. Stocks plummeted … Continue reading →

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