September 14, 2009

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Public insurer
support fading

Leading moderates in both parties retreated further from the government-backed health insurance option yesterday, echoing the argument Obama made last week that the issue had been overblown and that alternatives, such as private nonprofit cooperatives, might be acceptable. (By Lisa Wangsness, Globe Staff)

Coakley faces tight funding window

Raising big money quickly is the major challenge for Attorney General Martha Coakley, the first candidate out of the box in the three-month primary campaign of the special election to fill the vacant Senate seat of Edward M. Kennedy. (By Brian C. Mooney, Globe Staff)

BU begins $10m global health effort

Boston University is launching a major global health initiative today, investing $10 million to bolster research and education, and helping to build a nationwide consortium of universities devoted to improving health in the Third World. (By James F. Smith, Globe Staff)

In Concord, a bid to save
tie to abolitionist days

A house on Bedford Street, built in the 1780s by Concord's first freed slave, is in danger of being demolished, but advocates are mounting a spirited campaign to stave off its demise. (By Peter Schworm, Globe Staff)
Race for Mayor | The Challengers

Sharpening his aim - and his image

In the mayor's race, candidate Kevin McCrea is determined to hold accountable Mayor Tom Menino and his two other opponents - both City Council members - and hopes to be seen as more than the bomb-throwing long shot. (By Eric Moskowitz, Globe Staff)

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