Iraq vote winner and ex-premier says he wants to negotiate with all parties to form government

Iraqi vote winner hopes to form government soon

BAGHDAD – The top vote-getter in Iraq’s parliamentary elections says he wants to negotiate with all parties to form a government that can restore Iraq’s place in the Arab and Muslim world.
Former Prime Minister Ayad Allawi says his Iraqiya alliance is “open to talks with all” and says …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Malaysian Indian Congress bids for by-election

KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysian Indian Congress (MIC), a member of the ruling alliance, hopes to field its deputy president to re-claim a parliament seat which Prime Minister Najib Tun Razak has said it is capable of winning.

The MIC has indicated its choice of G. Palanivel, a journalist-turned-politician, to contest from Hulu in Selangor state …. Source  : Malaysian Indian Congress bids for by-election.

Thailand protesters demonstrate in bid to force military out of the capital’s streets

Thailand protesters try to oust army from streets

BANGKOK – Tens of thousands of red-shirted protesters threatened to force soldiers from the historic heart of Thailand’s capital, raising tensions in what so far has been a nonviolent bid to bring down the government.
Riding on motorcycles and in pickup trucks, the protesters traveled in a noisy parade … Original source on Gaea Times at : Thailand protesters demonstrate in bid to force military out of the capital’s streets.

Bangalore votes Sunday to elect civic body

BANGALORE – More than 6.6 million Bangaloreans are eligible to vote Sunday to elect a 198-member civic body from some 1,300 candidates who include doctors, a transgender and people with criminal cases.

There is a Queen Elizabeth fighting on Congress ticket. Another woman contestant, Marimuthu, dubbed ‘Hooch Queen’ for alleged involvement in illicit liquor trade, has … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Bangalore votes Sunday to elect civic body.

Slow justice contradicts India’s democratic strengths: PM

NEW DELHI – India’s legal and judicial system reflects “great contradiction”, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Saturday urging that the justice delivery mechanism needed to be expedited to strengthen the country’s democratic roots.
“The Indian legal and judicial system is one of the solid pillars of our democracy… Our government attaches great importance to … Original article on : Slow justice contradicts India’s democratic strengths: PM.

Myanmar’s junta chief sets ground rules for historic polls, warns army can step in if needed

Myanmar junta chief sets ground rules for polls

NAYPYITAW, Myanmar – Myanmar’s junta chief warned political parties to behave while campaigning for historic elections later this year, noting Saturday that the armed forces can take part in politics “whenever the need arises.”
In his annual national address, Senior Gen. Than Shwe maintained his silence on when Myanmar’s …. Source article  : Myanmar’s junta chief sets ground rules for historic polls, warns army can step in if needed.

Congress will profit from DMK’s sibling rivalry (Comment)

Just as sibling rivalry can cause fissures in a corporate empire, political parties too can break up for similar reasons.

One recent example was the disintegration of the Shiv Sena in Maharashtra because the two cousins, Raj and Uddhav Thackeray, could not get along with each other. Now, another state-based organisation, the DMK of Tamil Nadu, …. Read the original article  : Congress will profit from DMK’s sibling rivalry (Comment).

Abortion ban proposal to be on Colorado ballot

Abortion ban proposal to be on Colo. ballot

DENVER – A proposal to ban abortion in Colorado will be on state ballots this fall.
The Secretary of State’s Office said Friday that Colorado-based Personhood USA submitted enough valid signatures to put an abortion-ending proposal to a statewide vote this fall. The proposal would give unborn fetuses human …. Original source  : Abortion ban proposal to be on Colorado ballot.

UN chief hails new US-Russia pact on arms cut

UNITED NATIONS – The new agreement between Russia and the US to reduce their arsenals is an “important milestone” in global efforts to rid the world of nuclear weapons, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has said.
Negotiations between the two nuclear powers on a successor agreement to the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START), wrapped up … Read : UN chief hails new US-Russia pact on arms cut.

Sarah Palin lends star power to ex-running mate John McCain in his Senate re-election campaign

Palin lends her star power to McCain in Senate bid

TUCSON, Ariz. – Sarah Palin lent her star power among fellow conservatives to former running mate John McCain in his tough Senate re-election campaign, telling a rally Friday that McCain pegged President Barack Obama right when he said the Democrat would swell the size of government.
McCain …. Source  : Sarah Palin lends star power to ex-running mate John McCain in his Senate re-election campaign.

2 Israeli soldiers, 1 Palestinian killed in worst clashes in Gaza Strip since last year’s war

Fierce fighting in Gaza Strip kills 3
JERUSALEM – Two Israeli soldiers and a Palestinian civilian were killed Friday as a gunbattle between troops and Palestinian militants widened into some of the fiercest fighting in the Gaza Strip since Israel’s military offensive there last year.

Gaza’s Islamic Hamas rulers confirmed their gunmen were involved in Friday’s violence …. Original article  : 2 Israeli soldiers, 1 Palestinian killed in worst clashes in Gaza Strip since last year’s war.

President Obama Nominates Two as Associate Judges for the Superior Court of the District of Columbia

WASHINGTON, DC- Today, President Obama nominated Todd E. Edelman and Judge Judith Anne Smith as Associate Judges for the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.   Judge Smith currently serves as a magistrate judge on the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.  Edelman is a Visiting Associate Professor of Law at Georgetown University Law … Read more »».

Presidential Nominations Sent to the Senate, 3/25/10

Robert R. Almonte, of Texas, to be United States Marshal for the Western District of Texas for the term of four years, vice LaFayette Collins.

Todd E. Edelman, of the District of Columbia, to be an Associate Judge of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia for the term of fifteen years, vice Cheryl M. …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Presidential Proclamation – Education and Sharing Day, U.S.A.

A PROCLAMATION
To secure a bright future for America, we must instill in our children a love of learning as well as a spirit of compassion. These are two of our Nation’s most cherished and enduring values. Today, let us rededicate ourselves to preparing our next generation of leaders for the world they will inherit.

For America …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Presidential Proclamation — Education and Sharing Day, U.S.A..

Allawi vows to work with all parties in Iraq

BAGHDAD – Former Prime Minister Ayad Allawi said Friday he will work with all parties to form a new government, after his Iraqiya list won the most seats in the parliamentary election.

Allawi won 91 seats in the 325-seat parliament, only two seats ahead of prime minister Nuri al-Maliki’s State of Law coalition, the Independent High …. Original source  : Allawi vows to work with all parties in Iraq.

Statement by the Press Secretary on H.R. 3433

On Thursday, March 25, 2010 the President signed into law:
H.R. 3433, which amends the North American Wetlands Conservation Act to allow up to 50 percent of the required non-federal match for wetlands conservation projects in Canada to be comprised of funds from Canadian sources.
… Original source on Gaea Times at : Statement by the Press Secretary on H.R. 3433.

President Obama Nominates Three to Serve as U.S. Marshals

WASHINGTON, DC- Today, President Obama nominated Robert R. Almonte, Dallas S. Neville and Frank Leon-Guerrero to serve as U.S. Marshals. 

“These dedicated law enforcement professionals have spent their careers protecting their fellow Americans,” said President Obama. “Their selfless dedication to public service is unmatched, and I am honored to nominate them to serve the American people … Read more : President Obama Nominates Three to Serve as U.S. Marshals.

President Obama Nominates Judge Mary H. Murguia for United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

WASHINGTON, DC- Today, President Obama nominated Judge Mary H. Murguia for a seat on the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.  Judge Murguia currently serves as a United States District Judge for the District of Arizona.

“Judge Murguia has displayed an outstanding commitment to public service throughout her career and as a District …. Original source  : President Obama Nominates Judge Mary H. Murguia for United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

President Obama Nominates Three to Serve as U.S. Attorneys

WASHINGTON, DC- Today, President Obama nominated Melinda L. Haag, Jerry E. Martin and James A. Lewis to serve as U.S. Attorneys. 

“Today, I am honored to nominate these highly respected legal professionals as United States Attorneys,” President Obama said. “They will be unwavering in their commitment to justice and I am confident they will serve the … Read : President Obama Nominates Three to Serve as U.S. Attorneys.

President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts, 3/26/10

WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key administration posts:

Steve A. Linick, Inspector General, Federal Housing Finance Agency
Thomas Hicks, Commissioner, Election Assistance Commission
President Obama said, “The expertise and commitment to public service these individuals bring to their roles will make them tremendous assets to my administration. I …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts, 3/26/10.