document.writeln ('U.S. Troops Begin New Offensive to Secure Helmand Province
Thousands of U.S. Marines marked the start of a new offensive in Afghanistan Thursday, aiming to improve stability ahead of the nation\'s Aug. 20 presidential election.
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document.writeln ('California Leads States Facing Deepening Budget Crises
Several states are struggling to find solutions for deep budget gaps as a new fiscal year begins. Jeffrey Brown examines the budget picture across the country.
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document.writeln ('Obama Rallies Public Support for Health Reform at Town Hall
President Barack Obama sought to rally public support for his health care agenda Wednesday at a town hall meeting in Annandale, Va., where he emphasized his focus on passing reform legislation this year.
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