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November 21, 2008 | Front Page

Napolitano exit would clear way for GOP to define state agenda

Her appointment to the incoming administration would put Jan Brewer at the state's helm.
• 4 Ariz. secretaries of state ascended to top job
• Bio: Jan Brewer | Benson's view on Brewer

Homeland Security pick signals moderate immigration approach

Gov. Janet Napolitano, a fierce critic of the federal government on immigration and border issues, will face challenges if named head of Homeland Security.
slideshow Profile: Janet Napolitano | Timeline | 'Republic' editorial: Governor a fine pick
• Candidates for Cabinet face intense investigation | Napolitano no stranger to scandals

Aide: Clinton is top pick for State Department

President-elect Barack Obama plans to nominate Hillary Clinton for secretary of State after Thanksgiving, a new milestone for a former first lady and a convergence of two political forces who contested mightily for the presidency.

The 'Twilight' zone: Valley author thrust into stardom

It has lifted a Cave Creek mother to stardom.
• Goodykoontz review: 'Twilight' | slideshow Photos

Congress rushes aid as jobless ranks soar

Jarred by new jobless alarms, Congress raced to approve legislation Thursday to keep unemployment checks flowing through the December holidays and into the new year for a million or more laid-off Americans whose benefits are running out.
• Ariz. unemployment rate up to 6.1% | Stock sell-off continues

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Clay Thompson
Seaside snoozing has benefits, but more oxygen isn't one
Today's question: My husband swears that he sleeps better when he's closer to sea level. He thinks it's because there's more oxygen in the air. Is there any way to prove this "more oxygen" argument one way or the other?

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