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Peter Reith last night put 1,400 workers and their families on the street.

People who are different are constantly dealing with families who don't understand them.

People who are borderline don't think they qualify, and lots of families where both parents work don't think they qualify so they don't look at the application, but they shouldn't assume that. The guidelines for a family of eight are lenient.

Politics in Palm Beach has gotten stale. The council needs a change in demographics. There's a lot of families and younger people in town. Currently none of them are represented.

My two older sisters and their families live here,

Nobody really thought this mine accident would have a happy ending, but no one could have envisioned how much pain the families would suffer.

Nearly two months after the brutal execution of one of their members and the summary execution of a second lawyer, and all this time these men and their families have been left essentially unprotected.

One of the sad things is that the families may not get the definitive answer some think they're going to get,

One of the sad things is that families may not get the definitive answer some think they're going to get -- who instigated this particular bombing, ... This is not about who ordered the bombing of Pan Am 103, it's only about whether these two guys did it.

One of the guys was giving soccer balls to the Iraqi kids and bam - a bomb blew up. All of the guys' families were there, and some of the mothers, you could see the sadness in their eyes. It just makes you appreciate what those guys are doing over there, it really makes you think.

I was greatly saddened to hear of the death of a British soldier on duty in Iraq. As always, my thoughts are with the family and the families of those injured in this appalling act of violence.

I was raised by the Indian community, and those families are still very close to us. We used to go to each others' houses one Sunday a month, so we got to know everyone well. Also, we love Indian food and can't get enough of it.

I would probably say we served well over 4,000 families last year.

I would rather see words out on their own, awayfrom their families and the warehouse of Rogetwandering the world where they sometimes fallin love with a completely different word.

I would rather see words out on their own, away from their families and the warehouse of Roget wandering the world where they sometimes fall in love with a completely different word.

If we don't have any families show up here, we will send the money to a victims' relief fund.

If we don't end this phenomenon, how can we look the families of the dead people in the eye?

If we don't empower families to be able to have a quality education, then their children - for the first time in American history, truly the first time - will not have the same economic opportunities.

If we ever had a disaster like that in New Jersey, we know they'd be sending us help also, ... It's just outstanding to see officers of this caliber willing to leave their families to go help people they don't even know.

If they continue to erode these parks, we all lose out. These are our elderly. These are working families who work in our restaurants and hotels. They don't have money to live anywhere else in this county.

If this is confirmed, it will reinforce our suspicion that the December performance was inflated by many consumers opening their wallets to treat their families and themselves at Christmas having held back their spending over much of 2005.

I have heard from thousands of Hoosiers on this issue and they almost unanimously feel this is the right thing to do for the families of our fallen heroes and the funerals of all Hoosiers.

I have friends who are black whose families opened their arms to them when they came out; I have friends who were white where they were rejected.

I didn't want the animosity. I'm sure Terri would want the families to get along and be happy. But it didn't happen.

I don't feel that I've had a life of abuse or that I am a victim in any way. My life is pretty typical of a lot of Americans of my generation who grew up in the sixties in families like mine that were sort of unconventional.

I'd like to thank the fans, administration and families for their support. Especially the families for letting their kids spend long hours in the gym.

I don't know what technical changes he can make. Obviously, he needs to make a whole lot of 'em. I bring families back together again. I should get some credit for that.

ID cards are always free. We don't want anything to stand in the way of families being able to get them.

I'd be less than truthful if I didn't say that I've been thinking about it because it's important to a lot of people around me -- my coaches, their families and my family. But I really try to put it to the back burner because a lot of responsibilities I have here, and I literally don't have any time to spend on it.

I can honestly tell you that soldiers' ability to focus on the mission is helped immeasurably when they know their families at home are doing well.

I came today to thank the troops and their families and their loved ones for the sacrifice,

I am deeply saddened by this event. I am stunned that so many lives were lost in a single incident, ... My heartfelt thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathies go to the families of each Marine.

I am convinced that people care about the plight of the military family. I think it means a lot to all the military families that people care and people want to help and are looking for ways they can do that.

I am here today to express BP's deep regret over yesterday's accident. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of those who died and with those from the work force and the community who were injured.

I am here today to express BP's deep regret over yesterday's accident, ... Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of those who died and with those from the work force and the community who were injured.

I am extremely proud to help highlight the contributions of women to our great nation throughout our history -- not just the heroines who blazed the trail before us, but also the women whose stories have yet to be told, who are holding families together, lifting up communities and performing heroic acts everyday across America,

I believe these families have given the ultimate sacrifice their loved one and they should be allowed to bury their loved one in peace.

I believe the continuation of subsidized rates, particularly for properties that have suffered repetitive losses and those that are vacation homes, represents a financial drain on the flood insurance fund while encouraging families to remain living in harms way,

I both see families that let children date at a young age and parents who put restrictions on their child, and I truly believe children should be in youth groups and only hanging out with children in groups,

I appeal to the people to please go back to their families immediately. They will feel secure when they see their relatives,

I apologize to the families of the victims. I apologize, because I carry the responsibility for it all, ... I also declare we will fight (the bombers) mercilessly.

Caravanning can be as simple or as luxurious as you choose. My own experience is probably not dissimilar to that of many families across the country who also share this hobby.

But there are still families on welfare who want to get off, so there is more work to be done. Only Republicans are committed to doing this.

Budget shortfalls impact public education, transportation, shelter, food for needy families and other critical services. Our communities are dependent on non-profits to fill the void. This seminar provides non-profits with the access, tools and knowledge to continue to build stronger community organizations.

But before I act on that plan I want to confer with the individuals in Oklahoma, and families of the victims and that will take place shortly,

But at the same time, he will fight on those issues that he believes are important to working families and is not going to just roll over because people and special interests want to stop him,

Based on recent precedents, compensation payments to passengers' families are running at about $2.4 million per passenger, which suggests the total cost to insurers could be between $250 million to $350 million.

Basically, theyre looking for families with children because its going to be a little harder for them to get on their feet,

Basically, taxpayers would pay $2.4 billion in higher taxes to get four percent more of our kids into preschool. That just doesn't seem like a very good bang for the buck. Rather than focus resources on the state's most pressing needs or helping parents of low-income families who need the most help sending their kids to preschool, this flawed measure creates a subsidy for rich and middle-income families that already send their kids to preschool.

China's one-child policy punishes families for having 'out-of-plan' children, resulting in sex-selective abortion and tens of millions of 'missing girls' as well as forced abortion and sterilization campaigns.

I'm an advocate for working families and senior citizens.

Imagine the feelings of victims' families as they read the list and see the names of victims alongside those of their murderers.

I lost my own son (Steven) at 18, five years ago, in a car accident, so I can really sympathize with what the families have gone through.

I loved and hated India; the pressures of class division and riches and poverty there are devastating, but love predominates. I have two families and scattered friends there, mainly in Delhi, but south also, and wish I had the stamina to tackle it again. Maybe I'll make it some day yet, but it does take stamina.

I have a very difficult time moving west of Metcalf when you have families driving past one, two or three elementary schools that are closer than 21.

I have my dream house. I got my big kitchen and my big living room so all the kids and their families can come over at the same time. I just love cleaning it, and how many women say that?

I have kids sign the walls so they would feel like it's their place too. We get a lot of families and college students and we are hoping they will come back this year.

I have mended fences with both my sisters. But do I have their families on my side? Not easily. My one sister, Florence, has two lawyers in the family and two doctors. Of course, I couldn't win that battle.

I had tried my best to bring in representatives of the Indian community, but fear for the safety of their families has been a real inhibiting factor,

I had one of those families that let me watch things they should not have let me watch. When I was a kid, I remember I watched 'Alien' at, like, 6. It was traumatizing.

I feel this is key because I think people assume that their families are going to want them at the house at a certain time,

I feel fortunate because I have my family. They're healthy, and they're in the same place. ...There are a lot of other families going (through) a whole lot worse and our prayers go out to them.

Getting your kids to read around other kids can help improve their level of reading greatly, ... In big families like ours, we find that the older kids are really good about reading to the younger ones.

For years, the Blue Dogs have stressed the need for a rainy day fund in the event of disasters such as Hurricane Katrina and 9/11, ... Unfortunately, this concept, which is adopted by most families and businesses, has eluded many members of Congress and the current administration.

Fountain Square has been a favorite spot for families to view the parade in the past. However, with construction under way there, it seemed appropriate to avoid the area for convenience and safety reasons.

For some, their fate still remains in question, ... To those families and friends of our missing in action, we vow to continue efforts to locate, recover and bring their loved ones home. Whatever the cost, however long it takes and wherever it takes us, these American heroes will come home.

From a financial point of view, this is a healthy development for the communities we serve and our shareholders. The bank will be able to continue to grow and expand, which allows us to continue to lend more money to families and businesses in our local areas. Our shareholders' investments should continue to increase in value in addition to providing a cash dividend.

From March 1 to opening day, it's crazy around here with stadium preps, making sure that the host families are set up for the players coming here and trying to figure out the roster ... which seems to change every day.

Fund families are rolling these out all the time. We?d rather see everyone jumping on this bandwagon than launching hot sector funds.

From the day he took office, President Obama has been open to any good idea when it comes to the budget, as long as supporting middle-class families remains our North Star. Republicans won't extract concessions over the full faith and credit of the United States.

If Arkansas has enough damage, it will become a federal disaster area, and the homeowners can get more money when it comes to temporary housing assistance. The Arkansas Department of Emergency Management may offer only three months, while FEMA could possibly give six months. It will be more money for the families to get them get back on their feet.

If Black folks want to blame someone for this tragedy they only need to look in the mirror. Mayor Nagin has blamed everyone else except himself. The Mayor failed in his duty to evacuate and protect the people of New Orleans. Our prayers go out to the families of the deceased. Hopefully this will help Black people realize the folly of depending on the government or leaders and serve as a notice to avert future tragedies in other cities.

I don't want families split up. Too many times in my line of work I see families split up.

I extend my sincere gratitude to all donors and their families for the hope they provide others.

I enjoy helping families and try to give them whatever they want for their loved one.

I don't think society as a whole realizes that there are needy families in South County, that the numbers have been documented over the years. A lot of people do fall through the cracks.

For us to get Independence up and running again, we need to inject the community with an infusion of cash. We're trying to raise $250,000 and 100% of it will go to helping families in the area and rebuilding the community. We're asking the people of Connecticut, especially from Waterbury where we've made our home since 1812, to help Independence become independent again.

Forty-three percent of their tax benefits go to people earning an average of $900,000, ... We want to provide a cut for families that pay only payroll taxes, who would not be helped under the president's plan.

For the sake of these youngest and most vulnerable children, we ask all adults to help make sure their families can get them to the distribution point in their ward office and back safely and without fear.

For those students who still have unmet needs and families who can't afford to contribute, the Perkins Loans fill in the gap.

For most people, the two primary relationships they have are with their families or romantic ones. And everyone knows those two relationships have a lot to do with one another.

For most of our young lives, my family was baffled by elementary school bake sales, to which we were told to bring in goodies to sell. While other kids arrived bearing brownies, chocolate chip cookies, and apple pies, Chinese families didn't bake.

Given the strength of this (trial) court decision, the opponents to Proposition 71 should demonstrate their respect for the voters of California who overwhelmingly approved this initiative, and patient families who suffer every day with the advance of chronic disease, by dropping their intent to appeal.

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If words cannot console this loss, they also cannot fully express the pride that all Canadians have felt on the exemplary way (Canadian forces) have carried out their duty, ... There are so many questions. ... How has this happened? I want to assure the families and the people of Canada that these questions will be answered.

If we only have five families that want to relocate, that is wonderful, ... We will have done what we should.

If we look at the importance of poultry as a percentage of GDP, it tends to be pretty small. But in terms of development and poverty, it's extremely important. Thousands and thousands of families depend on the chickens they raise in their backyards for food and income.

If that day could bring one thing, I would love that families would turn off their televisions for a little bit, walk across over to the island, get a little exercise, spend time with the majesty of the Mississippi River and also be exposed to wonderful music that's part of our Memphis heritage.

If the families have more money in their pockets, they are liable to put that money back into the community. Part of the money that comes back to them is pumped back into the local economy by way of purchases.

If the home is not reinforcing reading, it is much more difficult to learn it in school, ... Reading scores don't just measure schools. They're also a reflection of the values societies or families put on reading.

If students are intimidated, they just won't fill out the form. This is especially true in families where no one has previously attended college.

If someone can identify a site where they can host a couple of families and the infrastructure is available or would be quickly available, yes, we will consider that.

If oil prices continue to shoot up, instead of the state getting a massive windfall, Colorado families get to offset their heating costs.

He was thrilled to know that all of the miners had been rescued, were reunited with their families and were doing fine.

He got me started in the game and I know he wanted me to play. There's more pressure on me this week than if I was coming and my dad was around. I'm not only trying to compete, but I've also got that little chip on my shoulder. I really want to do it for him and for our families who are going through a tough time.

He needed a place to practice so someone from those two families told him to come to Mt. Pleasant. They showered at the armory on Eagle Street and stayed at the National Hotel on Main Street.

What makes me the proudest is that our families are close, work closely together and have a true Aloha between them. That is what we hold onto as dear and sacred.

There is no agreement on the compensation yet. We got notice at our meeting with the Bulgarian side of the precise demands of the families of the sick children. The families want to get $12 million (BD4.5m) each.

We're offering so much for families at this week's Farmers Market. After you buy your locally grown produce, children can participate in crafts and games at the Family Fund's Big Pumpkin Fair. We're very pleased to partner with the Family Fund again for this memorable event.

What I learned from 9/11 that is really important, first and foremost, you have to motivate all the workers and understand that they've left their families to help clean up a pretty awful situation. Every time you have an emergency management situation, it's all about teamwork.