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Deval Patrick shares his ‘American story’
U.S. Boston Herald Chief Enterprise ReporterWedge is the Herald's Chief Enterprise Reporter and writes Sunday's "Pols & Politics" column. DENVER - Gov. I grew up in poverty on the South Side of Chicago. I went to violent and sometimes overcrowded public schools,” Patrick said during a speech at the Democratic National Convention at the Pepsi Center. “I don’t remember ever owning a book as a child. I got my break in 1970 when I came to Massachusetts on a scholarship to a boarding school. Each of us has a chance at the American story,” he said. “Well the American story is at risk today. Sparking several rounds of cheers and applause, Patrick said his longtime friend and political ally, Sen. While his speech was not carried by the national TV networks, Patrick took a step into the national political arena, acting as an attack dog by slamming Obama’s opponent, Sen. John McCain is more of the same-old, do one thing, say something else crowd we&rsqu...
Originally from: http://news.bostonherald.com/news/national/politics/2008/view/2008_08_27_Deval_Patrick_shares_his_%E2%80%98American_story%E2%80%99/srvc=home&position=recent
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Dems Name Eight House Hopefuls to Showcase at Convention Today
How many counties are in Sen. Aug. The Democratic officials who head up the party’s national campaign for U.S. All of these candidates were presented during a convention segment, which was scheduled for 4 p.m. local time (6 p.m. eastern), with Maryland Rep. The following are capsule descriptions of those eight highlighted candidates, from the staff of CQ Politics, which closely follows and handicaps all 435 House contests. John H. Adler, New Jersey, 3rd District: Adler, a longtime state senator, actually was aiming to run for the Senate in the 2008 election year. But the decision by veteran Democratic Sen. Frank R. Lautenberg to run for re-election this year at age 84 — and the coincidental decision by longtime southern New Jersey Republican Rep. H. Chris Myers, the Republican nominee, has advantages in the district’s longstanding (though not overwhelming) Republican lean and the endorsement he drew early on from the popular Saxton. But Myers, the mayor of Medford, is re...
Originally from: http://www.cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?docID=news-000002941212
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Big 3 still ones to beat in SCC
187; 'Weekend' well acted but doesn't resonate» Cafe Galicia offers a taste of north Spain» 'Raising the Bar' stoops to new lows» Hidden Talent stages Neil Simon play » Shattered Globe's 'Menagerie' opens Sept. ImageHandler.addImage( { id:88623, caption:'St. Edward\'s John Heugh, left, breaks a long run as Jordan Torres chases him down last Saturday in the Green and Gold Game at Greg True Field. St. Edward's John Heugh, left, breaks a long run as Jordan Torres chases him down last Saturday in the Green and Gold Game at Greg True Field. It's hard to pick against a seven-time defending state champion. The best thing to do in contemplating the Suburban Catholic Conference champion is attend the Oct. Hold it, buster, the folks in Lombard will say. What about Week 9 - Oct. Driscoll, Montini and Marian Central proudly hold court in the SCC. But with Immaculate Conception beefed up, St. Francis returning a promising offense, Marmion coming on strong and even St. Peo...
Originally from: http://www.dailyherald.com/story/?id=230439&src=290
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