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Inspector General's Memo: Census Says It Hired More Workers Than It Needed As a 'Cost-Saving Measure' (CNSNews.com) - The U.S. Census purposefully hired more workers than it needed, telling the Office of the Inspector General of the Commerce Department that it did so as a "cost-saving measure," according to a memorandum that Todd J. Zinser of the inspector general's office sent to Census Bureau Director Robert Groves last week. U.S. Will be Like Greece in 'Seven to 10 Years,' Say Congressmen, Experts (CNSNews.com) - Sen. Judd Gregg (R-N.H.), along with other members of Congress and leading financial experts, is warning that the United States is in danger of being in the same dire situation as Greece – national bankruptcy -- in seven to 10 years unless the federal government slashes its debt and controls spending. Rep. Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) said the U.S. has been making decisions similar to those that caused Greece's debt crisis. DOJ's Civil Rights Division, Which Did Not Prosecute New Black Panthers, Is 'Conscience' of Nation, Holder Says (CNSNews.com) – Attorney General Eric Holder said Friday that the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division is the "conscience of our nation" and that he has restored its primacy within the department during his first year on the job. The division, which handles "hate crimes" and voter rights cases, came under scrutiny after failing to prosecute a group of New Black Panthers who allegedly engaged in voter intimidation and racial insults outside a Philadelphia polling station on Election Day 2008. On Anniversary of Cairo Speech, Leaders Claim Obama Has Yet to Connect with American Muslims (CNSNews.com) – One year after President Barack Obama gave a speech at Cairo University to usher in what the White House called a "new beginning" for America's relationship with Muslims around the world, leaders from a number of American Islamic organizations say that Obama has yet to visit an American mosque or meet with them to discuss issues they care about. Removal of Two Key Afghan Officials Seen As A Blow to the West (CNSNews.com) – The departure of two top Afghan officials respected by Western governments raises new concerns about the direction in which the country is moving.  U.S. officials frequently praised one of the departing officials for his efforts to combat corruption. Revolutionary Guard Ready to Escort Gaza-Bound Ships, As Islamic Nations Demand More U.N. Action (CNSNews.com) – Iran's Revolutionary Guard is ready to provide military escorts to ships attempting to break Israel's blockade of the Gaza Strip, a senior official said Sunday. Leading Islamic countries, meanwhile, are suggesting a range of responses to last week's deadly maritime clash between Israeli troops and pro-Palestinian activists, including Israel's expulsion from international organizations and severing of diplomatic ties. Poll: 60 Percent of Americans Favor Repeal of Health Care Bill (CNSNews.com) - This was the second straight week the Rassmussen polling company has found support at or above 60 percent for a repeal of the bill that will reform the national health care system. An analyst at a conservative think tank told CNSNews.com that he doesn't find the poll result surprising. Two-Thirds of Americans Want Stricter Enforcement of Immigration Laws, Quinnipiac Poll Finds (CNSnews.com) - Two-thirds of Americans – 66 percent -- would rather see stricter enforcement of immigration laws than offering illegal immigrants a pathway to citizenship, according to a new Quinnipiac University poll. The poll found that 51 percent approve of Arizona's immigration law while 31 percent disapprove. CNSNEWS.COM VIDEO Wilmer Valderrama: Too Many Hollywood Films Have a 'Secret Political Agenda' (CNSNews.com) – "The Dry Land," a film about a soldier who returns home from the Iraq War and struggles with post-traumatic stress syndrome, premiered in Washingtonthis week. Wilmer Valderrama, one of the stars of the film, told CNSNews.com that unlike "The Dry Land," too many feature films in Hollywood have what he called a "secret political agenda" instead of focusing on "heroic stories." Pelosi Says She Has a Duty to Pursue Policies in Keeping With The Values of Jesus, 'The Word Made Flesh' (CNSNews.com) - House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) says she believes she must pursue public policies "in keeping with the values" of Jesus Christ, "The Word made Flesh." Pelosi is a Catholic and who favors legalized abortion. OTHER CNSNEWS.COM HEADLINES Supreme Court Turns Down 'No Child Left Behind' Case Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Lawsuit Involving Clinton's Eligibility to Be Secretary of State Israeli Navy Kills Four Palestinian Militants Off Gaza on Monday Ahead of Midterm Election, Congress Becomes Deficit-Wary Defense Secretary Gates Says Sacking of Afghan Officials an Internal Matter Obama Moves to Improve Relations With Azerbaijan Crowded Agenda Awaits Hillary Clinton in Latin America Secretary of State Clinton Expects Iran to 'Pull Some Stunt' in Next Few Days New Jersey Men Accused in Terror Plot Obamas Attend Ford's Theatre Gala; No White House Mention of D-Day Helen Thomas High School Speech Canceled Over Flap Senators in Both Parties Voice Concerns Over Obama's Choice for U.S. Intelligence Chief Egypt: Gaza Blockade A Failure, Border Stays Open IAEA Chief Calls Iran's Nuclear Program A Special Case AP: With Gulf Oil Spill, Government Fails Its Latest Test of Trust U.S. Asks Israel to Investigate Wounding of American Citizen Government Awards $234 Million in AmeriCorps Expansion NEWSPAPER ROUNDUP: At least $500 million has been spent since 9/11 on renovating Guantanamo Bay Joint Chiefs chairman pays tribute to D-Day fallen (Obama does not) L.A. ordinance shuts down more than 400 medical marijuana stores New Mexico's medical pot law, similar to N.J.'s, is too restrictive for some 'Boring' nominee Elena Kagan stays under radar Americans now see Obama as a partisan Democrat Vatican says world ignores Christians in Mideast Colorado cemetery seeks to liven up with art, concerts Turkey's foreign policy moves raise concern in West and at home Philadelphia rally targets bill to extend jobless benefits I-95 in Florida is nation's deadliest highway June heat pushing records, melting snow Rush Limbaugh marries Kathryn Rogers in lavish Palm Beach ceremony COMMENTARY Rude, Crude & Unacceptable By Rich Galen I have never been a fan of Helen Thomas, but I was a fan of Paul McCartney for four decades. Now, I think they should they should both be taken to the woodshed -- McCartney, for his lame effort to show solidarity with the Obama administration, and Thomas for suggesting that Israelis should "get the hell out of Palestine" and "go home" to Poland, Germany, and America. 'Oil Addiction' Lies By Alan Caruba Next to the international hoax about global warming allegedly being caused by carbon dioxide, the biggest lie being told to Americans these days is that we are "addicted" to oil and that we must convert our economy and society away from its use. Despite all the talk about "clean energy research and development," there are no viable or sensible substitutes for oil, coal, and natural gas. Donate Today! Please help CNSNews.com keep bringing you 'The Right News - Right Now!' Make a contribution to CNSNews.com today. It's fast, simple and secure. Help CNSNews.com and Donate Today!

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