Published Date: May 12, 2008
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The termed-out Assemblyman leaves a legacy as an effective leader whose public image was tarnished by extravagant spending of political donations.
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Erica Ford washes and repairs their uniforms, along with those of other teams. But she's not cleaning up when it comes to salary.

A sampling of residents, traffic reporters and technical data indicates that as gas prices climbed and the economy faltered, there were notable traffic decreases on some freeways.

As more Americans are watched, fewer cases are made. The trend concerns civil liberties groups as well as some lawmakers and legal experts.

Residents, used to no help from the government, try to rebuild their homes and lives, salvaging what they can, as a tropical depression heads their way.

Even Rodin went to Credit Municipal of Paris, also known as 'auntie,' when he was down on his luck. And as times get tougher, the institution has begun accepting wine.

 
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