Iraq War Unites Insurgents

Iraq's instability took a turn for the worse this week when Islamic websites announced that al-Zarqawi, the alleged ringleader of Iraqi insurgents, pledged his loyalty to Osama Bin Laden and AlQueda. Zarqawi, Iraq's most wanted man, is in Fallujah and is held responsible for several kidnappings, beheadings, and bombings in the newly liberated country. Not quite the uniting Bush had in mind, this alliance is not good news for those seeking peace in Iraq.

BIRDS & BEES: Polling places of a different stripe: Men's clubs are helping in get out the vote effort.

CAMPAIGN ISSUE: Why is the price of gas at an all time high (up $.43/this year)? Is there a candidate with an energy plan?

JOCKS: Does real-life parallel the election game? Bush losing ground in elusive voting futures market.

TECHNOLOGY: A smashing success: Unique exhibit in New York allows artists to vent on e-voting frustrations.

TUNES: Bands and ballots: Grass-roots registration effort in Connecticut targets young people in live music venues.

WEB SURF: Educated voters sure do see through the facade: What John Kerry really stands for.

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