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Mon, 9 Nov 2009 12:21:55 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/health/21692012/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21692012 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/1121/21686278.jpg The health care bills taking final shape in Congress have many consumers on edge. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 05:24:57 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21691290/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21691290 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/1122/21691368.jpg Roman Catholic Bishop Thomas Tobin has banned Rep. Patrick Kennedy from receiving Communion, the central sacrament of the church. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:03:40 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21692232/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21692232 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/0914/20900016.jpg Sen. Edward M. Kennedy will be a tough act to follow, even for the Kennedys. His death, coupled with the decision by family members not to seek the seat he held for nearly five decades, has prompted predictions that the family's long-running political dynasty is over. Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:21:52 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21686554/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21686554 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/0604/19654844.jpg A bill that would require Massachusetts drivers age 75 or older to pass cognitive and physical exams every time they renew their licenses has stalled on Beacon Hill, and now a key lawmaker says the bill should eliminate age-based tests. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:04:53 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21685476/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21685476 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/0908/20788441.jpg Massachusetts first lady Diane Patrick has decided to endorse Rep. Michael Capuano in the Senate special election. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:49:29 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21662145/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21662145 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/0617/19775554.jpg The Massachusetts Legislature adjourned for the year Wednesday night without any debate on the proposal to eliminate two so-called "Hack Holidays." Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:55:48 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21667425/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21667425 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2007/1127/14701460.jpg Thanksgiving is a week away, but lawmakers on Beacon Hill won't be doing any official business until January. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:42:20 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21665482/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21665482 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/1008/21237672.jpg Democrat Stephen Pagliuca said Thursday the late Sen. Edward M. Kennedy would side with him and not political rivals Martha Coakley and Michael Capuano in the nation's health care debate. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:48:27 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21642433/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21642433 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/1117/21642832.jpg President Barack Obama's election to the presidency was a historic moment in this country. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:01:26 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21645203/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21645203 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/1117/21644754.jpg Democrat Alan Khazei has had a change of heart over meeting with lobbyists. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:59:13 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21639121/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21639121 Immigration activists said they are hopeful that Gov. Deval Patrick will support proposals in an advisory report calling for more English classes for the state's immigrants and in-state tuition for undocumented college students. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:16:18 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/health/21696280/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21696280 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/1123/21697160.jpg A bitter dispute over abortion that prompted Rhode Island's Roman Catholic bishop to ask Rep. Patrick Kennedy not to receive Holy Communion has revealed the depth of the divide among Catholics over how politicians should reconcile their faith with their public duties. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 07:08:50 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21694211/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21694211 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/1121/21681705.jpg Sarah Palin on Sunday dined and prayed with the Rev. Billy Graham, who has counseled presidents and other politicians for decades. Sun, 22 Nov 2009 23:06:54 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21692972/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21692972 India's prime minister, Manmohan Singh, has arrived in Washington for a visit to be highlighted by an official welcoming ceremony and a state dinner at the White House with President Barack Obama. Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:16:21 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21685185/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21685185 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/1114/21614868.jpg President Barack Obama's eight-day trip to Asia produced no tangible wins for the United States, though he is citing talks with Asian allies that he says could help create thousands of job and open new markets for American goods in the future. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:15:45 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21689138/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21689138 Vice President Joe Biden told Iowa Democrats on Saturday that the Senate handed the president a big victory with its decision to move forward with debate on sweeping legislation to overhaul the nation's health care system. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 23:21:00 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21688206/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21688206 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/1121/21681705.jpg U.S. Sen. John McCain said Saturday that he enjoyed reading running mate Sarah Palin's new memoir and downplayed any tension between their campaign aides as "no big deal." Sat, 21 Nov 2009 22:30:57 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21672139/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21672139 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/1120/21677846.jpg The White House is on a collision course with Catholic bishops in an intractable dispute over abortion that could blow up the fragile political coalition behind President Barack Obama's health care overhaul. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:33:41 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21663981/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21663981 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/1119/21661339.jpg President Barack Obama has answered questions submitted by a celebrated Cuban blogger. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:49:56 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21648823/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21648823 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/1118/21649241.jpg President Barack Obama said Thursday the United States has begun talking with allies about fresh punishment against Iran for defying efforts to halt its nuclear weapons pursuits. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:09:09 EST http://www.thebostonchannel.com/politics/21663794/detail.html urn:ibsys:content:21663794 true http://www.thebostonchannel.com/2009/1119/21666140.jpg The daughter of Sen. John Kerry was arrested Thursday in Hollywood for allegedly driving drunk. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:42:02 EST