>>>>>http://www.cnn.com/2010/POLITICS/03/22/stupak.shout/index.html?hpt=T1
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>>>>Yep, it clearly outlines the political crisis your country currently is in. I've not seen a clearer sign of the polarisation between republicans and democrats. It really is a shame. All we can hope for is that within a few years, the reps have to admit that this is a milestone in american history from which every american benefits.
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>>>And I hope a Norwegian will beat Sven Kramer at least once within the next years. As opposed to yours, my hope can be a reality. :-)
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>>Did not know you were an speed skating fan.... anyways.... keep on dreeming... :)
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>Is he the guy who lost a gold medal because of an incorrect lane change his coach insisted on? That was really a shame.

Yep., he was. He got world champion all round (500m, 1500m, 5000m, 10000m) for the 4th in a row time last weekend. That had never been done before.... and he's only 23. So he might get a 3rd chance at the olympics in 4 years time.

Anyways there was a promosing newcomer as well. An american guy of 20 years old with the name of "chuck" (forgot his surname). He got 2nd.

Bokko from norway got third. He's like Sven a stayer (5000m and 10000m) but also does until now always finishes after sven. I can imagine he gets really frustrated.