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	Barbara Lee to head Congressional Black Caucus Oakland Democrat takes the reins as the group's clout grows. Questions raised about ballot measures Benicia council rejects Seeno business park Assemblywoman-elect Joan Buchanan's school board replacement will be chosen by trustees Prop. 8 enters legal long haul Barbara Lee to head Congressional Black Caucus Renters from across the state to protest loss of tax credit Council leaning toward "clustered villages" plan for Concord Naval Weapons Station Woodward, Bernstein hold court in Walnut Creek Contra Costa proposes eliminating foster, adoption programs

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	Local elections deliver surprises Rep. Miller sees rare hit pieces Too many campaign mailers? Recycle 'em It's all in the delivery

Presidential Election from AP


	Adviser says Fred Thompson plans return to acting Early, absentee voting pushed Obama to win in Fla. Bum nominations hard to avoid, history shows Politics' next step? Donations go high text

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	Congress sends jobless benefit extension to Bush Former Congress aide pleads guilty to hiding gifts Byrd, Senate's longest-serving member, turns 91 Regulating swap transactions blamed for meltdown

White House News


	Bush to promote action plan to deal with crisis Verizon workers look at Obama's cell phone records Clinton cuts down the size of her debt DC transit system expects huge inaugural crowds

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	Congress sends jobless benefit extension to Bush Bush to promote action plan to deal with crisis Atty. Gen. Mukasey collapses during speech Verizon workers look at Obama's cell phone records

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