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Hello. I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to this Special Friday Edition of New Hampshire Outlook. |
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This Friday -- a week-in- review as we take a look back at the stories making news in Washington and here at home. Howard Dean calls for Party Unity, President Bush pays a visit to Nashua -- but, the BIG story involved the 9-11 Commission Hearings-- where heavy-hitters testified in Washington.trying to explain how Al-Qaeda plotters slipped beneath America's security screen to launch the 9-11 attacks. Bill Prasad begins our coverage. |
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SECRETARY OF STATE COLIN POWELL SAYS THE PRESIDENT HAS BEEN FOCUSED ON FIGHTING AL QAEDA SINCE HIS FIRST WEEK IN OFFICE.
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RICHARD CLARKE WAS THE COUNTER- TERRORISM ADVISOR UNDER FOUR PRESIDENTS.INCLUDING GEORGE W. BUSH. AS SKIP LOESHER REPORTS, HE BEGAN HIS TESTIMONY BY SPEAKING TO THE FAMILIES OF 9-11 VICTIMS.
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This week's hearings focused on national policy. Next week on New Hampshire Outlook, we'll have more on the fallout from the testimony. Next month's hearings will deal with law enforcement and the intelligence community. In May, the commission travels to New York City to hear testimony on the plot and emergency responders. A final report is expected in July or August. |
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In Nashua Thursday to talk about Jobs and Education, President Bush wasted no time in answering Richard Clark's testimony that he ignored warnings, and perhaps missed a chance to thwart the 9/11 attacks. |
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Let me talk about the deficit.in a recession.if I put someone in harm's way, they're going to get the best as far as I'm concerned. The town-hall style meeting at New Hampshire Technical Community college was billed as a "Conversation on Job Training and the Economy". Despite that billing, the President spent much of his time on other issues before he got around to promoting the role of technical colleges. Community colleges are flexible.great place to do so. The President used 5 local success stories to argue that his tax cut, education plans and overall approach to the nation's problems are working. Dick Dunfee of Seabrook says his company - which makes electrical and optical connectors -- is growing. Over last few years.first and 2nd generation transition.we have tripled revenues. now have 175 employees today. many of these people got their start here today. And, George Kassas says his company which makes electronic switches for internet cable systems is now hiring. When you talk about entrepreneurial spirit its about job creation.and these stories are happening all over America. The President also talked about his jobs program designed to give $250 million in grants to community colleges that work to meet employers' needs for skilled workers. |
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Protestors gathered outside the New Hampshire Technical Community college where Mr Bush was speaking. Several dozen people gathered across the street using banners, balloons and bull horns to blast Mr Bush on the war on Iraq, his handling of the environment and his energy policy. One Demonstrator carrying a Kerry sign criticized the President for his stand on jobs. While Bush Supporters -- planted themselves among the protestors -- singing the President's praises: |
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Thursday's demonstrations were without incident. Mr Bush's stop in Nashua was the President's 2nd visit to the state in less than 2 months. |
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The President's visit was billed as "official" business -- but clearly.had a campaign feel. As for Jobs.that's a "major" issue on the campaign --- which was hotly debated by Bill Shaheen, with John Kerry's New Hampshire campaign, and Tom Rath, former state attorney general-- and member of the Republican National Committee. |
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Former Democratic frontrunner Howard Dean endorsed top campaign rival John Kerry at a rally in Washington, D.C. Thursday. Kerry is now expected to also win the endorsement of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal employees. The union's endorsement had originally been pledged to Howard Dean. |
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This week, state legislators debated a bill on special family courts. The courts have been part of an experiment that could soon spread statewide. As Richard Ager reports, the pilot program began 8 years ago and has involved thousands of cases. |
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Reporter: Since 1996, special family courts.and other family matters. Track: Many legislators now say the experiment has run long enough. It's time to fish or cut bait.or make it permanent. Track: The head of the state's courts agrees - and John Broderick made that message the focus of his first testimony before a legislative committee in his role as chief Justice. The Superior Court docket.on marital cases. As all of you know, marital and family cases constititute an increasing.intend to make it work. Track: To make it work, the court has appointed a committee to draw up a plan to expand famly courts statewide. Marital Master Pam Kelly is on that committee. She says family courts serve a special need. Track: The committeee will have to address complaints about the Grafton County family courts, but overall the legislature supports expansion. I think now that there's a better relationship.family courts throughout the state. Track: If the bill passes, the committee should have a plan by December to expand family courts statewide. For NH Outlook, I'm Richard Ager. |
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Finally, We would be remiss if we didn't mention that it's Maple Suger Time. This weekend, Maple Syrup producers all over the state will open their doors to visitors. This week we profiled a number of sugar makers in a special edition, including 15-year-old Benjamin Fisk of Peterborough-- who won this year's award of excellence from the New Hampshire Maple Producers Association. We had a chance to spend some time with Ben and his family to find out how he makes it. |
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Ben, as it turns out, has been producing syrup since he was five years old. If you want to visit Ben Fisk's sugar house or any of the other producers in the state, visit our website at nhptv.org. Or, call the New Hampshire Maple producers at: 225-3757. |
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That's it for this special Friday Edition week in review. Coming up Monday, we'll be talking about SPAM. For millions of e-mail users, spam is a daily annoyance. Have your personal e-mail address stolen and used by a spammer and the problem gets a lot worse. We'll have one New Hampshire man's story. It may be lessons in it for all of us. |
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I'm Beth Carroll.thanks for watching. |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 03/26/04 22:00 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 18:00 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, Hello. I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to this Special Friday Edition of New Hampshire Outlook. This Friday -- a week-in- review as we take a look back at the stories making news in Washington and here at home. Howard Dean calls for Party Unity, President Bush pays a visit to Nashua -- but, the BIG story involved the 9-11 Commission Hearings-- where heavy-hitters testified in Washington.trying to explain how Al-Qaeda plotters slipped beneath America's security screen to launch the 9-11 attacks. Bill Prasad begins our coverage. Richard Clarke was the counter - terrorism advisor under four presidents.including George W. Bush. As Skip Loesher reports, he began his testimony by speaking to the families of 9-11 victims. In Nashua Thursday to talk about Jobs and Education, President Bush wasted no time in answering Richard Clark's testimony that he ignored warnings, and perhaps missed a chance to thwart the 9/11 attacks. Protestors gathered outside the New Hampshire Technical Community college where Mr Bush was speaking. Several dozen people gathered across the street using banners, balloons and bull horns to blast Mr Bush on the war on Iraq, his handling of the environment and his energy policy. One Demonstrator carrying a Kerry sign criticized the President for his stand on jobs. While Bush Supporters -- planted themselves among the protestors -- singing the President's praises. The President's visit was billed as "official" business -- but clearly.had a campaign feel. As for Jobs.that's a "major" issue on the campaign --- which was hotly debated by Bill Shaheen, with John Kerry's New Hampshire campaign, and Tom Rath, former state attorney general-- and member of the Republican National Committee. PRODUCER/REPORTER: NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Madeline Albright\Fmr. Secretary of State, Bob Kerry\ Commission Member, Donald Rumsfeld\Defense Secretary, Paul Wolfowitz\Deputy Defense Secretary, Richard Clark\Former NSC Counterterrorism Coord, Richard Armitage\Deputy Secretary of State, George Tenet\CIA Director, Dick Dunfee \Pres DG O'Brien Inc, George Kassas\Cedar Point Communications, John Knowles\Kerry Supporter/Hudson, Kim Kane\Bush Supporter/Nashua |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 03/26/04 22:00 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 03:00 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, Hello. I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to this Special Friday Edition of New Hampshire Outlook. This Friday -- a week-in- review as we take a look back at the stories making news in Washington and here at home. This week, state legislators debated a bill on special family courts.The courts have been part of an experiment that could soon spread statewide. As Richard Ager reports, the pilot program began 8 years ago and has involved thousands of cases. PRODUCER/REPORTER: NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Richard Ager\NH Outlook, Rep. John Pratt\D - Walpole, John Broderick\Chief Justice - NH Supreme Court, Pam Kelly\Marital Master, Rep. Henry Mock\Chair - House Judiciary Cmte, Sen. Robert Clegg\Senate Majority Leader |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 03/26/04 22:00 HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 04:30 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, Hello. I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to this Special Friday Edition of New Hampshire Outlook. This Friday -- a week-in- review as we take a look back at the stories making news in Washington and here at home. Finally, We would be remiss if we didn't mention that it's Maple Suger Time.This weekend, Maple Syrup producers all over the state will open their doors to visitors.This week we profiled a number of sugar makers in a special edition, including 15-year-old Benjamin Fisk of Peterborough-- who won this year's award of excellence from the New Hampshire Maple Producers Association. We had a chance to spend some time with Ben and his family to find out how he makes it. PRODUCER/REPORTER: NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Ben Fisk\Ben's Sugar Shack, Bill Fisk\Grandfather, Sam Fisk\Sister |
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Monday on New Hampshire Outlook, the hidden hazards of SPAM. Protecting your email account. Monday at 10. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook. Join us tonight at 10:00 only on New Hampshire Outlook. |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE NAMED MOST LIVABLE STATE Study Cites Entrepreneurial Spirit, Low Crime Rate, and High Quality of Life CONCORD - New Hampshire was named the "2004 Most Livable State" by Morgan Quitno Press. They cited New Hampshire's entrepreneurial economy, low crime rate, and high quality of life. New Hampshire was the first state other then Minnesota to win this honor in the last seven years. "I agree, New Hampshire is a great place to live," said Governor Benson. "It is also a great place to work and raise a family. Our way of life is second to none, so it is fantastic when we receive national recognition." For 14 years, Morgan Quitno Press has issued its "Most Livable State Award". The 2004 award is based on 44 factors ranging from median household income, crime rate, to infant mortality rate. |
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GOVERNOR PRESENTS EXECUTIVE ORDERS Move to Balance Budget Overwhelmingly Approved by Joint Fiscal Committee CONCORD - Governor Craig Benson presented two executive orders to the Joint Fiscal Committee today in a move to balance the fiscal year 2004 budget. The executive orders totaled $4.7 million in spending reductions. This move came in the wake of Legislative Budget Director, Mike Buckley, reporting over $6 million in potential deficits in FY'04. "This is the first step in balancing the state budget," Governor Benson said. "We will continue to look for savings because the State of New Hampshire needs to begin to live within its means. Fiscal responsibility and sound planning are critical components of a balanced budget. It is our responsibility as lawmakers to protect the investment of New Hampshire taxpayers." The Joint Fiscal Committee voted overwhelmingly to approve Governor Benson's cost saving measures. Executive Order 2004-02 calls for $1.7 in overall cost reductions and was unanimously approved by the bi-partisan committee in a 10-0 vote. Executive Order 2004-03 reduces spending by $2.7 million, and was overwhelmingly approved by an 8-2 vote. ### AP-NH--Spending Cuts Benson wants more spending cuts dewconman -- Governor Craig Benson goes to lawmakers today to ask permission to impose more spending cuts to try to balance the state budget. He's ready to continue a state hiring freeze and order more cuts in 14 state departments. Draft copies of Benson's request show he is trying to cut six-point-two million dollars by the end of June. The deficit for the end of fiscal 2005, which ends on June 30, 2005, is projected to be about 52 million dollars. |