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Democrats Let Lieberman Keep Senate Chairmanship

Nov. 18, 2008
Senators decided not to strip Joseph I. Lieberman of his homeland security leadership post over his support for John McCain in the presidential campaign.
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Russian Maria Sharapova signs autographs after winning her French Open womens first round match against Romanian Alexandra Cadantu at Roland Garros in Paris on May 29, 2012. Sharapova defeated Cadantu 6-0, 6-0 to advance to the next round. UPI/David Silpa