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I'll Pass on 'Opting Out'

The Democrats' all-new "opt out" idea for health care reform is the latest fig leaf for a total government takeover of the health care system. Democrats tell us they've been trying to nationalize health care for 65 years, but the first anyone heard of the "opt out" provision was about a week ago. They keep changing the language so people can't figure out what's going on.

Source: http://www.humanevents.com/article.php?id=34179

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U.S. troops hope Afghanistan sacrifices not in vain

Doubts, determination to finish mission fill days

Source: http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2009/oct/26/troops-hope-...

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14 Americans killed in 2 Afghan helicopter crashes

A helicopter crash and separate collision involving two other choppers killed 14 Americans on Monday in one of the deadliest days for U.S. troops in the war in Afghanistan, the U.S. military said.

Source: http://apnews.myway.com/article/20091026/D9BIP72G0.html

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Japanese firms to develop small nuclear reactors

Japan's major nuclear reactor manufacturers have begun developing small nuclear power systems for both developed and emerging countries, a report said on Saturday

Source: http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=CNG.314f8f63df41800c...

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Immigrants Not Amused by ''Illegal Alien'' Halloween Costume

"He didn't just cross a border, he crossed a galaxy!"

Source: http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/shopping/Illegal-Al...

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Colorado Authorities: 'Balloon Boy' Flight 'Was a Stunt'

Larimer County Sheriff Jim Alderden announced at a press conference on Sunday that Colorado authorities have ruled the "balloon boy's" flight a hoax.

Source: http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,568420,00.html

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Ex-Colleague of 'Balloon Boy' Father Says Incident Was Not An Accident

A student who says he worked with Richard Heene, the amateur scientist from Colorado whose family is being scrutinized after the high-flying balloon scare involving his 6-year-old son, claims to have proof that the incident was not an accident, according to The Business Insider.

Source: http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,568001,00.html

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Woman Says Flu Shot Triggered Rare Disorder

Desiree Jennings is trapped in her body. Intellectually she's all there, but her muscles are fighting each other. She's been diagnosed with dystonia, an extremely rare and debilitating neurological disease. She says after taking the seasonal flu shot she witnessed her body's rapid decline.

Source: http://www.wusa9.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=92345&cat...

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FORECASTS BLOWN: '09 Atlantic hurricane season quietest in decade

Thanks to El Nino, the 2009 Atlantic hurricane season has been the quietest in more than a decade, offering a reprieve for residents in the danger zone and a chance for insurance firms to refill depleted coffers.

Source: http://www.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idUSTRE59D2UK200...