Political News – Newsletter for November 23, 2010

Background on the President’s Trip to Kokomo, Indiana Tomorrow

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On Tuesday, November 23, 2010, President Obama and Vice President Biden will take their White House to Main Street Tour to Kokomo, Indiana, a … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Background on the President’s Trip to Kokomo, Indiana Tomorrow.

Press Briefing by Press Secretary Robert Gibbs, 11/22/2010

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Remarks by the First Lady at “Let’s Move” Salad Bars to Schools Event

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2:52 P.M. EST
MRS. OBAMA:  Hello!  How are you guys doing?
STUDENTS:  Good!
MRS. OBAMA:  Pretty exciting, isn’t it?
STUDENTS:  Yes!
MRS. OBAMA:  I am thrilled.  I want to … Read : Remarks by the First Lady at “Let’s Move” Salad Bars to Schools Event.

Statement by the President for Lebanon’s Independence Day on November 22nd

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On behalf of the American people, I offer my deepest congratulations to President Sleiman, Speaker Berri, Prime Minister Hariri, and all citizens of Lebanon …. Original article  : Statement by the President for Lebanon’s Independence Day on November 22nd.

CAG report on 2G with parliamentary panel

NEW DELHI – The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report on the 2G spectrum controversy was distributed among members of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of parliament Monday.

The PAC, headed by senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Murli Manohar Joshi, discussed the report.
The opposition is demanding setting up of a Joint Parliamentary Committee … Original source on Gaea Times at : CAG report on 2G with parliamentary panel.

Not told to resign, says Yeddyurappa, to meet Gadkari Tuesday (Night Lead)

NEW DELHI/BANGALORE – Karnataka Chief Minister B.S. Yeddyurappa, who flew in to the capital Monday evening amid speculation that he would be asked to quit over allegations of favouring his kin with prime land, asserted that no one had asked him to quit. He met senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Arun Jaitley.

Yeddyurappa, who …. Original article  : Not told to resign, says Yeddyurappa, to meet Gadkari Tuesday (Night Lead).

Pranab meets PM to discuss ways to end parliament impasse

NEW DELHI – Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Monday evening to brief him about the stalemate at the all-party meeting with the opposition persisting with its demand of a parliamentary probe into the 2G spectrum controversy.

Sources said Mukherjee apprised the prime minister of the opposition not agreeing to the …. Source article  : Pranab meets PM to discuss ways to end parliament impasse.

Kristina Schake to Join First Lady’s Office as Communications Director

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The Office of the First Lady announced today that Kristina Schake will be joining the staff as Special Assistant to the President and Communications …. Source article  : Kristina Schake to Join First Lady’s Office as Communications Director.

TV show critical of Sonia Gandhi very serious issue: Moily

NEW DELHI – The Congress Monday termed as a “very serious issue” a TV programme criticising party president Sonia Gandhi and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh aired on a channel owned by Kadapa MP Jaganmohan Reddy.

Law Minister M. Veerappa Moily, who is Congress incharge of Andhra Pradesh, said the party had received the report … Read more »».

OP-ED by Vice President Joe Biden in the New York Times: “What we must do for Iraq now”

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Eight days ago, Iraqi political leaders agreed on a framework for a new government to guide their country through the crucial coming years. Since …. Source  : OP-ED by Vice President Joe Biden in the New York Times: “What we must do for Iraq now”.

Ahmadinejad to auction his car for charity

TEHRAN – Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad plans to auction off his car for charity, the news network Khabar reported Monday.

The minister for social welfare, Sadeq Mahsouli, said the president’s gesture was aimed at aiding a charity plan providing accommodation for low-income families.
The president’s car, an old Peugeot, has been put up for international …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Ahmadinejad to auction his car for charity.

26/11 perpetrators should be brought to justice: British minister

NEW DELHI – Britain’s Defence Secretary Liam Fox Monday reiterated that the perpetrators of the 2008 Mumbai attacks “should be brought to justice” and that a stable Pakistan is in the interests of the international community.

The UK government has repeatedly emphasized that the perpetrators of the Mumbai attack should be brought to justice. Our … Original source on Gaea Times at : 26/11 perpetrators should be brought to justice: British minister.

EU-U.S. Summit Joint Statement

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We, the leaders of the European Union and the United States, met today in Lisbon to re-affirm our close partnership. Our shared values and …. Source  : EU-U.S. Summit Joint Statement.

Declaration by the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan on an Enduring Partnership

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www.nato.int/cps/en/natolive/official_texts_68724.htm
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1. Recognising that stability and prosperity in Afghanistan are of strategic importance to the security of the North Atlantic region, the North Atlantic Treaty …. Read the original article  : Declaration by the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan on an Enduring Partnership.

NATO-Russia Council Joint Statement

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We, the Heads of State and Government of the NATO-Russia Council, met today in Lisbon and affirmed that we have embarked on a new … Original article on : NATO-Russia Council Joint Statement.

Statement by the President on the Passing of Dr. Margaret Burroughs

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Michelle and I are saddened by the passing of Dr. Margaret Burroughs, who was widely admired  for her contributions to American culture as an … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Statement by the President on the Passing of Dr. Margaret Burroughs.

OP-ED by Vice President Jow Biden in the New York Times: “What we must do for Iraq now”

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Eight days ago, Iraqi political leaders agreed on a framework for a new government to guide their country through the crucial coming years. Since …. Read the original article  : here.

Declaration by the Heads of State and Government of the Nations contributing to the UN-mandated, NATO-led International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan

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1. We, the nations contributing to ISAF, reaffirm our enduring commitment to Afghanistan’s security and stability, which are directly linked with our own security. … Read : Declaration by the Heads of State and Government of the Nations contributing to the UN-mandated, NATO-led International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan.

All-party meet fails to break logjam, opposition firm on JPC (Second Lead)

NEW DELHI – Congress’ main trouble-shooter Pranab Mukherjee’s efforts to resolve the deadlock in parliament over the 2G spectrum scandal failed Monday with the opposition sticking to its demand for a joint parliamentary committee (JPC) probe.

At an all-party meeting, the second in a week, Mukherjee proposed a multi-agency investigating agency to help the …. Source  : All-party meet fails to break logjam, opposition firm on JPC (Second Lead).

Statement by the President at end of the EU-U.S. Summit

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Portuguese Pavilion, Lisbon, Portugal … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Statement by the President at end of the EU-U.S. Summit.