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(London: Miguel Parquez) The reaction to the "compassionate" release by the government of Scotland of Libyan Abdel Ali al-Megrahi, who had been imprisoned for his role in the downing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland, in 1988 featured; scenes shown from the hero's welcome in Libya. [Daughter died, Susan COHEN†. wife of victim, Stephanie BERNSTEIN†, brother of victim, Bert Ammerman†- calls it shameful; questions the release; reacts.] [Scottish justice secretary Kenny MacASKILL†- defends the release.] [Earlier, MEGRAHI offers denial.]
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(Boston: John Berman) The plea from ailing Senator Edward Kennedy in a letter for a quick section if his Senate seat becomes vacant featured; letter quoted; details given of his suggestion a replace be named before a special election so health care legislation can be passed. [Massachusetts secretary of state William GALVIN†- says the letter affirms soon we won't have Kennedy in the Senate.] [Last summer, KENNEDY - pledges to be there.] ["Boston Globe" reporter Susan MILLIGAN†- says his life passion is to get the legislation passed.] [Senator Richard TISEI†- opposes changing the law.]
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(White House: Jake Tapper) President Obama's criticism of Congressional Republicans for trying to kill health care reform for political reasons featured; details given about the issue of a government-run insurance option & how to pay for it & two suggestions for a modified bill. [OBAMA - says his obligation is to get this done.] [OBAMA - blames the Republican leadership.] [Senator Charles GRASSLEY - calls for White House leadership.] [Representative James CLYBURN†, Service Employees International Union Andy STREN†- comment on the health care issue.]
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(Kabul: Jim Sciutto) The crucial presidential election in Afghanistan despite threats of violence from the Taliban featured; scenes shown of people casting ballots, security in the streets of Kabul, quiet polling stations in the south. [Voter "ALI" - states what he wants.] [Kandahar resident Mohammad ASIF†, tribal chief Malik GHUNDI†- {thru reporter's translation} offer views on the election.]
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(Chatham, Massachusetts: Sharyn Alfonsi) The government's announcement that the cash for clunkers program of car trade-ins will end on Monday featured; scenes shown from car dealerships bracing for a weekend rush of customers; details given of the growing concerns about rebate checks. [Serra Chevrolet manager Ken HELMBRIGHT†, Chatham Ford manager Gary ANDERSON†- say the gripe is getting the money.] [President OBAMA, Transportation Secretary Ray LaHOOD†- comment on the backlog process & paying off.]
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(New York: John McKenzie) Growing alarm about the abuse of propofol in the medical community by doctors & nurses featured; scenes shown from the hospital of a patient being anesthetized. [Hospital for Special Surgery Dr. Vincent LaSALA†- comments on the drugged patient.] [Colorado medical school at Denver Dr. Paul WISCHMEYER†, former nurse Thane FLORA‡- talk about the propofol high.] Statistics on propofol abuse among medical professional cited.
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(Seattle: Neal Karlinsky) The retirement of Seattle baker Joe Traxler‡ after 50 years of making Twinkies featured; scenes shown of the bakery. [TRAXLER - says he always liked Twinkies.] [Joe's successor Dwight MAHONEY‡- comments.]
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