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Airstrike targets Gaza militants Israeli attack kills two, wounds four Palestinians By Laurie Copans The Associated Press

JERUSALEM — An Israeli airstrike in northern Gaza killed two Palestinians and wounded four others yesterday, Palestinian security officials and medics said, as President Bush arrived in the Mideast to try to build momentum for stalled peace talks. The Israeli army said it had targeted militants in the area firing projectiles at the rocketscarred southern Israeli city of Sderot.

Danny Dahan told Army Radio that a rocket tore through the ceiling of his Sderot home and landed on his son’s bed. “Rockets have been raining on this town for years and no one is doing anything,” a crying Dahan told the radio, speaking from the hospital where he was treated for shock. He did not suffer any serious injuries. Members of the Hamas-allied Popular Resistance Committees told Hamas television that members of their group were firing salvos before the Israeli strike. Israel is pursuing a peace

agreement with the moderate Palestinian government of President Mahmoud Abbas, who rules from the West Bank. At the same time, it is battling Hamas, which seized control of Gaza in June after routing Abbas’ forces. The U.S. and Israel consider Hamas a terrorist group. At a November peace conference in Annapolis, Md., Israel and the Palestinians pledged to try to reach a final agreement before Bush leaves office. “I come with high hopes,” TSAFRIR ABAYOV | AP PHOTO

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SHATTERED: An Israeli man stands in the broken window of a house hit by a rocket.

WBGU to discuss education system

Gay sergeant open about sexuality in armed forces

The station is hosting a forum titled “By the People: Dialogues in Democracy,” that focuses on national issues | Page 3

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Think before you drink ... and drive Driving while drunk often has disasterous results. Watch out — if you aren’t careful, those horror stories you hear about could be you | Page 4

Think before you drink ... and post indecent photos People’s habit of uploading pictures of their drunken adventures on Facebook is often more harmful than hilarious | Page 4

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SOLDIER: Pictured above is Sgt. Darren Manzella, an openly gay active duty soldier.

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After her 22nd birthday, Danielle Remias cannot get sick — at least not until she buys health insurance. Like many recent college graduates, Remias faces the problem of losing health insurance coverage. Dr. Glenn Egelman, physician in chief of the University’s Health Center, said a significant number of graduates face the dilemma of being kicked off their parents’ health plans. The question then becomes, for many young people, do they buy the insurance or eat an apple a day in hopes of staying healthy? “Many students do not know how to go about getting insurance,” Egelman said. “They have been with their parents’ plans

for so long and are just thrown into finding their own plans through employers or a private company.” Private companies can become expensive, especially for a recent graduate who does not know exactly where to look. As a result, the price of insurance is usually the biggest concern for young people who do not yet have a steady or large income. “I know insurance is usually between $80 and $100, and I’m definitely worried about how I’m going to pay for that,” Remias said. More than one-third of people between the ages of 18 and 25 live without health insurance, according to a recent survey conducted by the National Insurance Commissioners. This is problematic

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U.S. military operation aims to better Iraqi lives ‘Phantom Phoenix’ part of new offensive tactic to convert civilians to American war effort By Steven R. Hurst The Associated Press

BAGHDAD — The U.S. military launched a countrywide offensive Tuesday against al-Qaida in Iraq’s efforts to regroup and intensify suicide strikes on civilians who have sided with the Americans against the terror group. But the latest U.S. blitz brings more than just firepower to the field — a determination to speed up work on basic services and other civic projects that commanders believe will win more converts to the American effort.

The No. 2 U.S. commander, Lt. Gen. Ray Odierno, announced the new operation — named Phantom Phoenix — and took pains to say it would focus on bettering Iraqi lives as well as on attacks against al-Qaida. “The non-lethal aspects of this operation are designed to improve delivery of essential services, economic development and local governance capacity,” the military statement said. Byemphasizingthattheoffensive was twofold, the Pentagon appeared to acknowledge that

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U. S. ARMY, SPC. JOHN CROSBY | AP PHOTO

TAKE COVER: In this image released by the U.S. military, a soldier scans his sector for threats using a Stryker vehicle for cover on a main road in Muqdadiyah, Iraq.

WASHINGTON — Even if no one is asking, Army Sgt. Darren Manzella has been telling anyone who’ll listen that he’s gay — without serious retribution so far from the military. Manzella, a medic who served in Iraq and Kuwait, has acknowledged his sexual orientation in national media interviews and again on Tuesday in a Washington news conference. “This is who I am. This is my life,” said Manzella, who received a combat medical badge for his service in Iraq. “It has never affected my job performance before. I don’t think it will make a difference now. And to be honest since then, I don’t see a difference because of my homosexuality.” Aubrey Sarvis, executive director of Servicemembers Legal Defense Network, said Manzella’s case demonstrates the military is arbitrarily enforcing its “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy now that the country is at war. The “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy prohibits active-duty service members from openly acknowledging whether they are gay or lesbian. Manzella still could be investigated now that he has left the battlefield. Every time he has said he is gay publicly can be counted as a violation of the policy, one of his attorneys said. Manzella first told a military supervisor about his sexual orientation in August 2006 while he was stationed at Fort Hood, Texas, and working in division headquarters. Three weeks after Manzella made the revelation, his battalion commander told him an investigation had been closed without finding “proof of homosexuality.” A month later, Manzella was redeployed for the war in Iraq. Paul Boyce Jr., an Army spokesman, said he was unaware of an investigation of Manzella being opened or closed. He said the investigation would have been done by Manzella’s Fort Hood unit, and officials there are on leave and unavailable to discuss

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TUESDAY 9:19 A.M.

The rear tires and rims were stolen from a car parked at the Enclave apartments. Cost is estimated between $200 and $250. 4:05 P.M.

A purse containing $235 worth of various items was stolen from the Bowling Green High School cafeteria. 7:25 P.M.

Darin T. White, 41, of Bowling Green, was arrested for disorderly conduct while intoxicated and taken to the Wood County Justice Center. Police say White was seen stumbling into traffic on North College Drive. 11:32 P.M.

Ralph Edward Price III, 26, of Findlay, was arrested for stealing items from Wal-Mart in order to have a friend return the items for store credit.

because an average trip to the emergency room for a broken arm or leg can cost thousands of dollars in hospital bills. The University offers health insurance options for recent graduates through the Alumni Association, giving students three options for affordable insurance after graduation. GradMed is one of those programs offered by the Alumni Association, and it offers 180 days of coverage with a $500 deductible. This plan costs $662 for a 22-yearold female graduate and $602 for a male graduate. The insurance covers basic health needs such as hospital room and board, lab charges and X-rays, but it does not cover expenses such as pregnancy, dental treatment, mental illness or regular checkups. The University also offers a

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WEDNESDAY 1:02 A.M.

Justin James Skrzynski, 33, of Bowling Green, was arrested for criminal trespass and obstructing official business. Police said Skrzynski had been asked by Uptown/Downtown staff to leave the bar several times. When police arrived and began questioning him, he started walking away. When officers ordered him to stop, he began to run. Police stopped him and took him to the Wood County Justice Center. 1:48 A.M.

Ashley N. Stumpf, 24, of Toledo, was arrested and taken to the Wood County Justice Center for criminal trespass and disorderly conduct when she wondered into the back door of a bar on North Main Street after the staff had told her to leave. 2:46 A.M.

Richard A. Luebrecht, 38, of Bowling Green, was cited for driving under the influence of alcohol and speeding.

MILITARY From Page 1 the case. “This particular soldier’s unit only recently returned from the war to Fort Hood, Texas, so it’s premature to speculate on any future actions until the young man’s situation can be considered by his chain of command,” Boyce said in a statement. Manzella, originally from Portland, N.Y., returned from the Middle East last month and went on leave shortly before Christmas. He will return to

it will be difficult to maintain lower levels of violence without swaying more support from the streets — particularly as al-Qaida is waging a renewed campaign of suicide attacks in recent weeks against America’s new Sunni allies. The Pentagon’s emphasis on the “non-lethal” aspects of the operation — while vague — indicates Washington feared the window could slam shut on ongoing successes in recruiting former enemies, many of whom are being paid $300 a month by the U.S. military. There has been increasing frustration among American military and political leaders that the government of Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, a Shiite Muslim, has been hesitant to embrace the so-called “Awakening Council” movement — mainly among Sunnis — that has seen about 70,000 men switch sides and join the Americans against al-Qaida. Sunni tribal leaders have complained bitterly that al-

“The cost of the hospital bill will be more expensive than any plan.” Jennifer Potocnak | Insurance Manager number of other health plans on the Alumni Association Web site. The plans are easy to sign up for, but many students still see the cost as an issue. Remias expressed concerns that she will have to give up certain things, like eating out, when the insurance bill arrives. Some states have recognized the problem that recent graduates face and have passed legislation to extend coverage to students after they receive their diploma. Though Ohio has not passed any such laws, Colorado, Delaware, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico and Rhode Island do allow young

people to stay on their parents’ plans after graduation. Some of the states require students to be single or ask for proof that the graduate lives under their parents’ roof. Other laws may allow the insurance company to charge a higher premium to include adult children on the plan. Though insurance may be expensive, Jennifer Potocnak, Student Health Insurance manager, reminds students that it’s worth buying. “The cost of the hospital bill will be more expensive than any plan,” Potocnak said. Part-time students at the University have the option of remaining on the University’s health plan as long as they are taking between five and seven credit hours. “In today’s job market, insurance is definitely a concern,” Potocnak said. “But always try to remind students that it is so important and worth it to be insured.”

“The non-lethal aspects of this operation are designed to improve delivery of essential services, economic development and local governance capacity.” The military statement on operation Phantom Phoenix Maliki was foot-dragging on getting central government money and expertise into Sunni-dominated areas now that violence there has greatly diminished. The Americans have been pressuring al-Maliki, with only limited success, to bring the new American allies into the Iraqi military and police forces and to form and fund civilian labor corps with others who would work to rebuild devastated regions. The U.S. military already has spent vast sums on public works projects nationwide in attempts to improve schools, boost electricity and potable water service, pave roads and rebuild sewer systems. But Tuesday’s announcement appears to have been the first American operation that publicly declared an intention to at once kill and capture al-

Qaida fighters while pushing to improve the lives of Iraqi people in other ways. The statement from Odierno said the division and brigadelevel operation would “synchronize lethal and non-lethal effects to exploit recent security gains and disrupt terrorist support zones and enemy command and control.” U.S. commanders credit the Sunni backlash against the terror group with helping reduce violence over the past six months. But devastating attacks persist even as Iraqi casualties are down by 55 percent nationwide since June 2007, according to an Associated Press count, and al-Qaida leader Osama bin Laden condemned the new American allies in an audiotape released Dec. 29.

the 1st Cavalry Division at Ford Hood at the end of the month. A bill to eliminate the military’s sexual orientation policy, filed by Rep. Ellen Tauscher, DCalif., is pending in Congress. Sarvis said the bill is unlikely to get out of committee during this election year, but hearings could be held. Elaine Donnelly, president of the Center for Military Readiness, said Manzella’s commanders should have discharged him when they learned he was gay. Her group opposes allowing gays to join the military.

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FORUM: United States President George W. Bush and Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert hold a joint press conference in this photo taken yesterday. The conference followed their meeting at Olmert’s residence in Jerusalem.

ISRAEL From Page 1 Bush said as he began his first presidential visit to Israel yesterday. “And the role of the United States will be to foster a vision of peace. The role of the Israeli leadership and the Palestinian leadership is going to do the hard work necessary to define a vision.” In Gaza, thousands of Palestinian hard-liners staged small Bush protests, underscoring the deep political split with West Bank moderates who have welcomed his visit as an important gesture to the Palestinians. Supporters of the Islamic militant Hamas chanted “Death to America,” and burned U.S. and Israeli flags. A shadowy al-Qaidainspired group appeared in public for the first time with rifles and rocket-propelled grenade launchers, and uttered vague threats against U.S. targets. In Hamas-ruled Gaza, about 5,000 supporters of the Islamic militant group marched in the streets to protest the visit, burning effigies of Bush and Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert. “America has declared war on the people and imposed an unjust, murderous siege on our people,” Mushir al-Masri, a Hamas leader, told the crowd, referring to U.S. support for Israel’s virtual closure of Gaza since Hamas seized control of the territory by force in June. Even supporters of Abbas were critical of the U.S. leader. Some 200 supporters allied with Abbas’ Fatah movement and other secular Palestinian factions urged Bush to abandon what they said was his pro-Israel bias. “We call on President Bush in his visit to adopt an equal standard, and not to continue the biased policy in favor of the occupation government,” a senior

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WBGU to host dialogue on education, national agenda By Adam Louis Reporter

A local discussion is seeking answers to the nation’s questions about education. Portions of a forum on higher education between BGSU and Kent State University appeared across the nation on PBS. A five-minute segment from the forum will be featured on the program “Citizenship in the 21st Century,” anchored by Jim Lehrer. The segment appeared about eight minutes into the program on Tuesday at 10 p.m. on WBGU. The forum, held in October, was part of the national program “By the People: Dialogues in Democracy.” The program was a discussion in which about 1,100 citizens considered pressing national issues like health care, immigration, housing and education, said WBGU general manager Patrick Fitzgerald. WBGU was one of 11 stations nationwide selected to host the show.

“How are we going to fund education for people who don’t have money when the public goes ‘lower taxes, lower taxes, lower taxes’?” M. Neil Browne | Economics professor “I felt very honored,” Fitzgerald said. “MacNeilLehrer Productions thinks highly of WBGU.” Fitzgerald served as one of the moderators between Kent State and BGSU during the forum. A special one-hour edition of “NW Ohio Journal” will feature the forum tonight at 8. The program will air again Sunday at noon. Panel members for BGSU were Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Shirley Baugher and economics professor emeritus M. Neil Browne. Representing Kent State was 68th District Rep. Kathleen Chandler. “We all pretty much agreed on what the important issues were: quality, access and affordability,” Baugher said. “I think questions are important,” Browne said. “How are we going to fund education for people who don’t have the money when the public goes ‘lower the taxes, lower the taxes, lower the taxes’? It’s going to be very expensive to solve.” There will be a follow-up edition of “NW Ohio Journal” airing on WBGU on Jan. 17 at 8 p.m. Guests Baugher and University President Sidney Ribeau will answer call-in questions about education and the forum on the air. The show will be hosted by education administration associate professor Patrick Pauken. Fitzgerald encourages students to ask questions during the program by calling 1-800-255-9248.

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Between six and 12 University students have come to the Student Health Service with influenza in the last three days, prompting SHS Director Glenn Egelman to send a warning e-mail to students Tuesday. “That’s a lot and that’s fast,” Egelman said by phone yesterday. “Whenever we see a cluster of students with similar symptoms, we pay very close attention to that,” he said. Egelman stressed the campus isn’t suffering from an influenza outbreak. He said a good diet, exercise and appropriate amounts of sleep can keep students healthy. “Pay attention to what your body is telling you,” he said. Students feeling symptoms of influenza — including sudden onsets of fever, body aches, coughs or exhaustion — can visit the Health Center for tests and necessary medication, including flu shots. Flu vaccines are also available for $10

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I swear, this column is not about Facebook “Drinking until you do not realize how dumb you are behaving is a form of entertainment older than the Bible.”

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like a starfish will find good company among the thousands of photos of young women across the country and across the pond inebriated, sloshed, wasted, drunk and doing something dumb on top of that. However you may find yourself subject to some backlash: cries about how our youth culture has deteriorated into substance abuse, name-calling and even rape threats. For example, a recent article in the UK magazine the Daily Mail begins, “Drunkenly dancing on tables or collapsing in the street used to be a source of acute embarrassment for young women the morning after the night before.” Obviously you didn’t put enough emphasis on the shame part during your 9 a.m. walk home in last night’s puke-stained clothing. For next time, may I suggest a nun’s habit? Maybe use last night’s lipstick to paint a big scarlet letter on your forehead. The article contains pictures straight from the Facebook group; of girls passed out on the floor or caught deer-eyed relieving themselves in a bush, Victoria’s Secret bunched in a very un-ladylike way at the ankles. A commenter beneath the Daily Mail article states, “what man would want a women [sic] who behaves like that — your behaviour [sic] is worse than tarts and you deserve the reputation

It’s a column about going out with your girls and having a good time; maybe having a little too much to drink and ending your evening with your head in a recycling bin. You of course have no recollection of this, but luckily for you someone posted pictures of it on Facebook the next morning (did I mention that the recycling bin was in the common area of your dorm?). If you have a healthy self esteem, you will eventually laugh it off and remember to lay off the tequila. Hopefully you will take a few minutes of your hung-over day to consider taking Alcohol Awareness classes and think back on this unfortunate incident next time you are at the bar and someone says “one more shot.” Maybe you will even wake up the next morning with a newfound appreciation for Paris Hilton. What do you do about the fact that everybody and their Greataunt Ethel who just discovered social networking has access to documentation of you doing the chunky monkey in your best heels? Maybe you will choose to get over your embarrassment by embracing your drunkenness and posting a photo to an online group like “30 reasons a girl should call it a night.” You would not be the first, more like the five-thousand-and-somethingth. That picture of you passed out

someone discovered grapes get tastier with time. If we are truly concerned about alcohol abuse in young people, then all fingers should be pointed at a culture that encourages binge drinking as a pastime, in adults as well as young people. After all, America’s favorite crime is the DUI. Yes, abusing alcohol puts young women at risk of rape and sexual assault, but if we want to make an impact on the high number of crimes against women, shouldn’t we be directing our anger towards the men who rape? On many of the Web sites that posted stories on the “30 Reasons” group, commenters were quick to label the girls in the photos as sluts. On dlisted. com, a comment read “Hahaha, drunk bitches were asking for it!” Perhaps if we are truly concerned about rape we should question a culture that promotes such a feeling of entitlement over young women’s bodies, incapacitated or not. I really should end this with some kind of a disclaimer: The author and the BG News do not endorse underage drinking or drinking until you cannot be responsible for yourself. Nobody wants to be the one looking after Sloppy McPeesherself. Alcohol poisoning can kill you, so if you choose to drink, drink responsibly. Finally, posting pictures of yourself on the Internet sans underwear will not impress future employers. Bars later, anyone?

that you get. Get a life you should be ashamed of yourselves.” Even a purported “women’s Web site” like Salon.com asks, “Why are young women posting blackout photos and drunken crotch-shots on Facebook for the world, including their friends, classmates and co-workers, to see?” Since I’m “down with the young folks,” let me clue in the authors of the Salon and Daily Mail articles, as well as anyone else who is looking at pictures of Tara Reid stumbling drunkenly out of some Vegas club and predicting the subsequent demise of humanity. Drinking until you do not realize how dumb you are behaving is a form of entertainment older than the Bible. Documenting said dumb behavior is not new either, definitely not for men. Thanks to Facebook, digital cameras and camera phones, it is just that much easier. Actors like Will Ferrell have made a career of playing characters caught with bottle in hand and pants down. Why should young women be worried about their job prospects after posting their drunken photos when men have been using alcohol to facilitate business networking since Prohibition? Yes, drinking until you have no judgment is stupid, but guess what? That’s what kids do for fun and have been doing ever since

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Drinking and driving threatens everyone on the highway of life MARISHA PIETROWSKI COLUMNIST

On Dec. 30, a mother and four children from Maryland were killed when their minivan was hit by a driver on Interstate 280 in Toledo. Bethany Griffin, 36, and her children — Jordan, Vadi Griffin, Lacie and Haley Burkman — were killed. The children’s father, Daniel Griffin, and 8-year-olds Beau Burkman and Sidney Griffin were seriously injured. This horrific accident was simply a case of the family being in the wrong place at the wrong time. However, what is most unfortunate is the reason behind the crash. The driver of the truck that hit the family’s van, Michigan resident Michael Gagnon, was driving under the influence of alcohol after a night of drinking in Oregon, Ohio. With a blood alcohol level more than three times the

legal limit, Gagnon entered the southbound entrance of I-280 heading northbound, dodging numerous cars on the highway until the Griffins’ van could not swerve out of his way. This accident would not have happened had Gagnon not left the Rodeo Bar and Grill to make a trip to Taco Bell and decided to get on the interstate. He decided to risk his own life, and in turn, the lives of others. This tragedy serves as a clear reminder why those who drink alcohol cannot get behind the wheel when they are under the influence. The Griffin and Burkman families should not have had this happen to them, but while it is a horrible tragedy, I hope others can learn from Gagnon’s mistake. If you are engaging in alcohol consumption, it is absolutely essential to have a designated driver or other means of transportation home after the evening ends. Asking a favor of a friend, paying money for a cab, or simply staying home and not drinking can hardly compare to the hor-

“This accident would not have happened had Gagnon not left the Rodeo Bar and Grill to make a trip to Taco Bell and decided to get on the interstate.” rible consequences that can result from an accident such as this. It should also be noted that Gagnon was drinking at the Rodeo Bar with his family, who had rented out rooms at the Holiday Inn next door. Gagnon decided to leave the establishment and headed to Taco Bell (where responsible workers called the Oregon Police after he went through the drivethru, but arrived too late) and I-280, when he did not need to drive anywhere to go home. Even if you and your friends are not planning on driving, keep an eye on each others’ actions to prevent rash and impaired judgments from being made, as was the case with the Gagnon family. One simple lapse in judgment caused so much pain to this family, and driving drunk or

making other mistakes while under the influence just one time can be deadly. If the idea of killing innocent victims isn’t enough to make you put down your keys, think in more egocentric terms about the impact driving drunk can have on your own life. Fines, imprisonment, a police record, car damage, license suspension and the lifelong impacts of a DUI arrest or accident just cannot justify drinking for one evening. Again, as Gagnon’s actions show, it takes only one time to cause damage. He now faces 40 years in prison — one decision has dramatically altered his life forever. Of course, there is a chance that you may not have to face these realities as a result of driving drunk. There is no guarantee that you won’t be a fatality in a crash that you

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caused. You are not invincible when driving drunk. In this case, the Burkmans and Griffins are not the only family impacted by this crash. As Gagnon’s brother Samuel told The Baltimore Sun, “We’re supposed to be celebrating the New Year, but now I got to look forward to my brother in jail the rest of his life.” While it is inappropriate to compare the heartache of a family member facing consequences for his actions to the Burkmans and Griffins having innocent family members taken from them forever, the family of the person committing the offense will have repercussions from a bad decision, too. So, what can be done to stop drunk drivers from getting on the road? It is illegal for bars to over-serve (although this appears to have happened in this case), and while it could be a good idea to require breathalyzers at bars, there is nothing stopping drunk drivers from pretending to leave with someone sober or driving after closing time.

It all comes down to the fact that you must take personal responsibility for your actions, as well as those around you. Do not make yourself a criminal or victim through rash decisions, and think before you drink and drive.

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Candidates react after N.H. By Laurie Kellman The Associated Press

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FIRED UP: After Tuesday’s close race, Barack Obama rallies supporters.

WASHINGTON — Barack Obama talked of introducing some Chicago smackdown to his politics of hope yesterday, seeking a rebound after Hillary Rodham Clinton grasped victory in the New Hampshire primary. In the wideopen Republican contest, John McCain pressed to build on his New Hampshire win and named experience, knowledge and judgment as his calling cards in the races ahead. Clinton pored over election strategy in the first blush of her surprising success and indicated she’d

compete in every big Democratic contest coming up this month rather than try to cherry pick her way to the nomination. “I’m going to keep going as we take on all the rest of the contests between now and February 5th,” she said, back home in New York to “get grounded and take a deep breath” after a victory that surprised her own campaign, confounded the pollsters and shocked nearly everyone else. Two dozen states vote Feb. 5. Obama responded not just to his Democratic rival’s New Hampshire primary win but to attacks on him by her husband, former President Clinton

“I think that Senator Clinton, obviously, is a formidable and tough candidate, and we have to make sure that we take it to them just like they take it to us,” the Illinois senator said. “I come from Chicago politics. We’re accustomed to rough and tumble.” Obama is bidding for resurgence in South Carolina and Nevada, which vote this month. Yesterday, he received the endorsement of the 60,000-member Culinary Workers Union local in Nevada in addition to the backing of the state’s chapter of the Service Employees International Union. Bill Clinton complained in New

Hampshire that Obama was getting a free pass from the scrutiny turned on Hillary Clinton and likened the Illinois senator’s campaign to a “fairy tale.” Obama shot back yesterday that “the real fairy tale is, I think, Bill Clinton suggesting somehow that we’ve been just taking a cakewalk here.” McCain campaigned in Michigan, hoping to reprise his win there in 2000 just as he did in New Hampshire. staggering onetime poll leader Mitt Romney. “I can throw a dart at a map of the world and show you a place ADAM BIRD | AP PHOTO where there’s national security challenges,” McCain said before RALLYING: John McCain speaks in Grand Rapids, Mich., after Tuesday’s vote. a Grand Rapids rally.

Congress works to stimulate economy By Jennifer Loven The Associated Press

WASHINGTON — President Bush said Tuesday that he is watching very carefully to see if the struggling U.S. economy needs a short-term boost from the federal government. “We’re listening to different ideas about what may or may not need to happen,” he said. “We’ll work through this. We’ll work through this period of time.” He wouldn’t comment on any specific ideas he is considering, such as tax cuts aimed at lessening the chance of a recession. “We’ll look at all different options.” On Monday, Bush talked about recent indicators that have been “increasingly mixed,” a new recognition of the challenges now facing the economy, primarily resulting from a severe housing crisis. Previous Bush statements

“I’m optimistic, as I’ve seen this economy, you know, go through periods of uncertainty.” George W. Bush | President have paid attention to the financial fears of many American families and the effects of the housing slump, but focused on what he calls the strong fundamentals underpinning the economy. “It’s going to take awhile to work through the downturn,” he said Tuesday of the housing crisis. He spoke in response to a question, during a Rose Garden event on Iraq. Bush regards his State of the Union address to Congress at the end of the month and the release of his new budget proposal shortly after as a sort of deadline for making the call about

whether to propose a stimulus package. Aides say he wants to analyze more economic data before making a final decision. On Friday, the government reported that hiring practically stalled in December, driving the nation’s unemployment rate up to a two-year high of 5 percent. With such reports fanning fears of a recession and more Americans growing anxious, Bush has taken to talking about the economy often. As before, he spoke on Tuesday of his confidence in the American economic system and the ability of it — and his administration

— to weather even severe shocks. “I’m optimistic, as I’ve seen this economy, you know, go through periods of uncertainty,” the president said. “I like the fundamentals, they look strong, but there are new signals that should cause concern. And one of the signals is the fact that the housing market is soft.” On Capitol Hill, Democrats promised action on the economy. “Congress is committed to early action to stimulate and strengthen the economy on behalf of the majority of Americans who know the economy is headed in the wrong direction,” said House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif. “We will work to make sure this effort is bipartisan and urge the president to join us.” No decisions have been made on the size and shape of any congressional economic package, though speculation mounted.

‘Mark of the beast’ drives man to microwavable madness HAYDEN, Idaho (AP) — A man who believed he bore the “mark of the beast” used a circular saw to cut off one hand, then he cooked it in the microwave and called 911, authorities said. The man, in his mid-20s, was calm when Kootenai County sheriff’s deputies arrived Saturday. He was in protective custody in the mental health unit of Kootenai Medical Center. “It had been somewhat cooked by the time the deputy arrived,” sheriff’s Capt. Ben Wolfinger said. “He put a tourniquet on his arm before, so he didn’t bleed to death. That kind of mental illness is just sad.” It was not clear whether the man has a history of mental illness. Hospital spokeswoman Lisa Johnson would not say whether an attempt was made to reattach the hand, citing patient confidentiality.

“It had been somewhat cooked by the time the deputy arrived.” Ben Wolfinger | Captain The Book of Revelation in the New Testament contains a passage in which an angel is quoted as saying: “If anyone worships the beast and his image and receives his mark on the forehead or on the hand, he, too, will drink the wine of God’s fury.” The book of Matthew also contains the passage: “And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to go into hell.”

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Free tacos all around as Falcons rout MAC rival Akron FOOTBALL AP All-Pro team announced

BG had a great night for many reasons

LaDainian Tomlinson, Randy Moss and Tom Brady headline the announcement of the AP All Pro Team. Both Moss and Tomlinson were unanimous selections; Brady missed out by one vote. PAGE 7

By Chris Voloschuk Sports Editor

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OUR CALL Today in Sports History 1990—NCAA approves random drug testing for college football players. 1982—Petra Schneider swims world record 1500 m freestyle (15:43.31). 1957—Baseball Commissioner Ford Frick rules Bing Crosby can keep token stock in the Detroit Tigers, even though he owned part of the Pittsburgh Pirates.

The List The bowl season has come to a close, and while the BCS Bowls may have been duds, that does not mean there were not exciting games to be had. We give the top five bowl games this season.

1. Motor City Bowl: Purdue won this wild game 51-48 vs. Central Michigan on a last-second field goal by Chris Summers. Purdue blew a 34-13 lead earlier in the game to make things interesting.

2. Las Vegas Bowl: BYU hung to beat UCLA when they blocked Kai Forbath’s last-second, 28-yard field goal attempt to win 17-16.

3. Hawaii Bowl: East Carolina proved all doubters wrong by upending Boise St. on a last-second field bowl by Ben Hartman to win 41-38. Boise St. tied the game on a fumble-return for a touchdown but ECU was able to recover and win it on Hartman’s kick.

4. Poinsettia Bowl: It was the first bowl but it was a dandy. Utah fought off a late Navy rally to win 35-32. Navy recovered an onside kick after drawing to within three points, but threw an interception two plays later.

5. Chick-fil-A Bowl: This New Year’s Eve game was the only game to go into overtime. Auburn defeated Clemson 23-20.

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THREE MORE: BG’s Whitney Taylor makes a three-pointer over Akron’s Amanda Sedlock in BG’s 88-56 victory. Taylor had 13 points with four three-pointers made.

BG dominates in all facets against Zips at home By Jordan Cravens Reporter

BG women’s basketball Coach Curt Miller made one thing clear to his team heading into last night’s contest against Akron — don’t take them lightly. This was heard loud and clear by his players, who posted an 8856 victory to begin Mid-American conference play. “Even though we’re not the preseason favorite, there is still a bull’s-eye on our back and there is a hatred, a true hatred, out there of Bowling Green basketball,” Miller said. The Falcons heeded Miller’s warning beginning the game, causing three turnovers and jumping out to a 5-0 lead. “You would have never known what defense we were in the first four minutes of the game,” said Akron coach Jodi Kest, who, as a result, was forced to call an early timeout. With the exception of a few

“Even though we’re not the pre-season favorite, there is still a bull’s-eye on our back and there is a hatred, a true hatred, out there of Bowling Green basketball.” Curt Miller | BG coach lackluster streaks, BG maintained command throughout the game’s entirety, building a comfortable lead early on in the first half. Although defense secured the win for the Falcons, it certainly didn’t hurt having strong offensive performances to back things up. Lauren Prochaska posted 18 first-half points, going 4-4 from behind the arc as BG’s leading scorer on the night. Matching Prochaska with four threes was Whitney Taylor, who went 4-4 from that distance and closed the night with 13 points. “It was important for us tonight to guard their physical motion,

while not putting them on the line,” Miller said, reflecting on his team’s defense. Again, BG stuck with its game plan, gaining a 24-5 point advantage at the free-throw llne over Akron. Offensively, the Zips were playing down with the loss of Sarah Tokodi to an ACL injury, but were led instead by freshman Kara Murphy, who contributed 18 points. Not only was the victory the ninth consecutive for the Falcons against Akron, but it also was a milestone for Miller, who surpassed former head coach Jaci Clark moving him into second

Browns GM Savage discusses team’s future By Tom Withers The Associated Press

BEREA — As a reward for Cleveland’s comeback season, the Browns plan to extend coach Romeo Crennel’s contract. “We have every intention of doing something right by Romeo,” said Browns general manager Phil Savage yesterday. Crennel signed a five-year deal with the Browns in 2005. He began this past season with his future in doubt and a 10-22 record to show for his first two seasons in Cleveland. But after a terrible start, the Browns went 10-6 behind an explosive offense and barely missed making the AFC playoffs. The 60-year-old Crennel, who won five Super Bowl rings as an assistant, is 20-28 in his first stint as an NFL head coach. Savage said Crennel’s extension will be addressed in the near future, possibly in the next few days. “Romeo has a great connection with the team,” Savage said, who praised Crennel’s efforts during his 2007 season-wrapup news conference. “I think the players really respect him.” Earlier this week, the Browns gave offensive coordinator Rob

place in the all-time wins list for women’s basketball. “Our consistency is what’s been truly special about this program,” Miller said. This consistency Miller speaks of is his team’s performance — winning 38 of its last 39 conference games. Hoping to improve on their near perfect streak, the Falcons will take on pre-season favorite Ohio on Sunday in a home game set to begin at 2 p.m.

By The Numbers 3-Ball: The team shot 10-19 from beyond the arc and held Akron to 3-15. On The Glass: The Falcons grabbed 44 rebounds in the game. Akron was limited to 27. From The Charity Stripe: BG shot 24-31 from the free throw line while Akron shot 5-8. It’s Miller Time: Head coach Curt Miller notched his 136th career win.

After last night’s blowout 88-56 victory at Anderson Arena, the BG women’s basketball team all but guaranteed that their opponent, Akron, wouldn’t be interested in “Fourth Meal.” But for the 1,267 in attendance at the arena, the free taco earned by the team’s 85+ points was almost, for a stretch, the biggest thrill in a night of accomplishments. The Falcons took control of the game early and never looked back. With 14:04 to play in the first half, they led 19-5. The deficit would never be less than 12 points for the Zips. With their first MidAmerican Conference game of the season in the books, BG looked as convincing a contender as ever. The win was their third 30+ point victory in a row. BG head coach Curt Miller stressed the importance of getting off to a good start in conference play. “This is a big opening win,” Miller said. “We talked all week as a staff and with the team that [win] No. 1 is always the hardest win in MAC season. It was a great start.” “It’s definitely exciting to have our first win,” said guard Whitney Taylor. “It’s one of the biggest games of the year. Everyone’s starting over so you have to go out strong and start the season on the right foot.” The team has now won 38 out of its last 39 conference games. Miller attributed the consistent success to taking everything one game at a time. “We prepare. It’s one of our big words in our program,” Miller said. “And what we’re all about is preparation and effort. We never get too high over any win, we’ve never gotten down over losses.” “I’ve been fortunate that the

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Clemens’ meeting with Congress to be pushed back By Howard Fendrich The Associated Press

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IN THE PLANS: Browns GM Phil Savage talks to the media about the team’s future.

Chudzinski a two-year extension. Savage said the Browns were “open to a couple of different things” when he was asked if Crennel would get a multiyear extension. Also, Savage said the Browns have begun talks with quarterback Derek Anderson’s representatives on a long-term contract. Anderson, who began the season as Cleveland’s backup, threw 29 touchdown passes in his first year as a starter and was selected as a Pro Bowl alternate.

Savage believes Anderson, scheduled to become a restricted free agent, deserves to start again following his breakout season. “He deserves a chance to go into the batter’s box and swing for the fences next year,” Savage said. The Browns want to prevent Anderson from going on the open market, where other teams could make him an offer that Cleveland would have to match if they wanted to keep the 24year-old.

WASHINGTON — Congress wants to be prepared when Roger Clemens and his former trainer, Brian McNamee, head to Capitol Hill. The House hearing involving Clemens, McNamee and Andy Pettitte was postponed yesterday from Jan. 16 until Feb. 13, giving lawmakers more time to gather evidence, to take depositions from the witnesses and to coordinate their investigation with the Justice Department. The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform was to begin meeting with lawyers for the witnesses today. Clemens’ attorney, Rusty Hardin, said he hopes to meet with committee staffers next week. In addition, McNamee is to meet with federal prosecutors today in New York. “Roger hasn’t done anything,” Hardin said. “The federal government looking at Roger is fine with me.” Plans are still in place for the Jan. 15 hearing before the same committee about the Mitchell

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DELAYED: Roger Clemens had his meeting with Congress pushed back by the House Committee yesterday.

Report on baseball’s Steroids Era. The witnesses that day will be commissioner Bud Selig, union leader Donald Fehr and former Senate majority leader George Mitchell, the report’s author. Questioned by federal prosecutors last year, McNamee said he injected Clemens with steroids and human growth hormone in 1998, 2000 and 2001. Prosecutors had him repeat

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Moss, Tomlinson, Brady headline AP All-Pro team By Barry Wilner The Associated Press

NEW YORK â&#x20AC;&#x201D; LaDainian Tomlinson and Randy Moss were unanimous selections to The Associated Press 2007 NFL All-Pro team yesterday. So was Tom Brady â&#x20AC;&#x201D; sort of. The leagueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Most Valuable Player and Offensive Player of the Year was chosen on each of the ballots from 50 media members who regularly cover the NFL. One voter, however, split the vote at quarterback between Brady and Green Bayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brett Favre. Still, Brady was a runaway choice at the position, and was joined by four other unbeaten Patriots on the squad: Moss, tackle Matt Light, cornerback Asante Samuel and outside linebacker Mike Vrabel. All but Moss made the All-Pro team for the first time; Moss was chosen as a Minnesota Viking in 1998, 2000 and 2003. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every week, we come in here on Monday and you win and everybodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s excited, the plane flights home are great,â&#x20AC;? Brady said, referring to what has been a historic season so far for the 16-0 Patriots. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a lot of fun. To see what weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve accomplished thus far is great. At the same time we realize that, as coach put it, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s another mountain to climb.â&#x20AC;? Easily scaling the All-Pro mountain were Tomlinson for the third time, and Moss. Joining Tomlinson, the leagueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading rusher, were fellow

CLEMENS From Page 6 those charges to Mitchell, and since the report was issued last month, Clemens has repeatedly and vehemently denied the allegations. A lawyer for McNamee said yesterday his client wants immunity from the House committee. Hardin said Clemens will not request immunity. McNamee will meet with the BALCO prosecutors who are in the area for former track star Marion Jonesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sentencing tomorrow. Jones pleaded guilty to lying to investigators about steroid use and a check-fraud scheme. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They want to talk to him while theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in town,â&#x20AC;? said Earl Ward, McNameeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary lawyer.

Chargers Lorenzo Neal, who clears many of L.T.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paths from his fullback spot, and cornerback Antonio Cromartie. Cromartieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s breakthrough season saw him lead the NFL with 10 interceptions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I should have had 13,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This year, I think I proved a lot of people wrong, with everybody saying how my knee injury was going to affect me. I mean, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m two years off of it. My biggest thing was proving everybody wrong.â&#x20AC;? Also with three players on the team were Dallas and Seattle. The Cowboys had linebacker DeMarcus Ware, tight end Jason Witten and wide receiver Terrell Owens; Ware and Witten were first-timers, Owens also was selected in 2000, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;01 and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;02 with San Francisco, and 2004 with Philadelphia. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Any time you can be the best in the entire league, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always a special moment,â&#x20AC;? Witten said, who had 96 receptions and seven touchdowns this season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of great tight ends out there, so to be on the top of that list is nice.â&#x20AC;? The Seahawks had tackle Walter Jones, defensive end Patrick Kerney and linebacker Lofa Tatupu. Jones previously made All-Pro in 2001, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;04 and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;05; the other Seahawks were first-timers. Seahawks coach Mike Holmgren called Tatupuâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s threeinterception day in a win at Philadelphia on Dec. 2 â&#x20AC;&#x153;one of the great games Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever seen a

linebacker have.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everybody has been instrumental in everything that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been able to do,â&#x20AC;? Tatupu said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The D-line has been enabling me to get sacks, DBs staying on their guys so we can get back there and get sacks, or getting interceptions.â&#x20AC;? Joining Brady, Tomlinson and Neal in the backfield was Philadelphiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brian Westbrook, who led the league in total yards from scrimmage with 2,104. The rest of the offense had Minnesota guard Steve Hutchinson, Pittsburgh guard Alan Faneca, and Indianapolis center Jeff Saturday. The other All-Pros on defense were Kansas City end Jared Allen, the league sacks leader with 15; Minnesota tackle Kevin Williams and Tennessee tackle Albert Haynesworth; San Francisco inside linebacker Patrick Willis, the only rookie on the squad;

Does this mean prosecutors are now turning their attention to Clemens? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nothing like that,â&#x20AC;? Ward said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They just wanted grab a cup coffee, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just an informal, quick meeting.â&#x20AC;? Last week, Congress asked seven-time Cy Young Award winner Clemens, teammate and friend Pettitte and their ex-trainer, McNamee, to testify under oath. Also invited were former Yankees player Chuck Knoblauch and Kirk Radomski, the former New York Mets clubhouse attendant who was one of the main sources of evidence for the Mitchell Report. Radomski pleaded guilty in April to federal felony charges of distributing steroids and laundering money, and he is scheduled to be sentenced Feb. 8. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Justice Department told the committee it would be helpful

if we waited until after Radomski is sentenced,â&#x20AC;? the committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s minority staff director, David Marin, wrote in an e-mail to The Associated Press. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This also gives us more time to delve into more recent developments, gather more information, and depose all witnesses before they testify in public.â&#x20AC;? McNamee lawyer Richard Emery said he believed the postponement was an act of respect toward Mitchell and Tuesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s session. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He wanted it to be focused on steroids issues and the larger policy issues instead of everyone waiting with bated breath for the professional wrestler to get up there and make a statement,â&#x20AC;? Emery said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Roger became the main attraction. Usually Congress loves those kind of shows.â&#x20AC;?

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Indianapolis safety Bob Sanders, the Defensive Player of the Year; and Baltimore safety Ed Reed, making it for the third time. The special teams players were Titans kicker Rob Bironas and 49ers punter Andy Lee, both newcomers to the squad, and record-setting kick returner Devin Hester of Chicago, who also made it as a rookie in 2006. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been an incredible journey,â&#x20AC;? said Bironas, who also played in the Arena Football League and arenafootball2 before making good with the Titans. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have any doubt in myself when I got started on this journey in high school. That was my dream to play in the pros, and I just kept pursuing it. I wanted to be one of the better kickers in the NFL, and this year I was able to do that.â&#x20AC;? In all, 15 AFC players and 12 from the NFC were chosen as All-Pros.

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gram, he was more proud that the previous second place coach, Jacki Clark, was being mentioned again. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jacki Clark can be credited for assistants keep finding kids that are willing to go into the film why this program has such a traroom and prepare one game at dition,â&#x20AC;? Miller said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The reason a time and never look ahead,â&#x20AC;? he Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m excited is Jacki Clarkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s being mentioned in the media again. said. Those kids he spoke of played Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s such a huge part of this tough, aggressive defense and history. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a privilege to be menscored effectively in transition for tioned in the same breath as her.â&#x20AC;? In the end, last nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s win had the majority of the game. From beyond the arc, they shot 52.6 it all. A point differential streak percent compared to Akronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 20. continued. The 12-3 Falcons Along with the free food and continued to flex the in-conferthe MAC victory came a piece ence muscle theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve built up of history. With his 136th win, over recent years. The coach took Miller took sole possession of sole possession of some history second place in career victories with win No. 136. And the fans BRIAN BORNHOEFT | THE BG NEWS in Anderson Arena went home for BG. CELEBRATE: The Falcons have won 38 of While the win was a mile- one free taco richer. Quite an their last 39 in-conference games. stone for Miller and the pro- evening.

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COLUMBUS — Death row inmate John Spirko wanted a full pardon but would have settled for the chance to leave prison and prove his innocence. He got neither, but he did escape execution. Yesterday Gov. Ted Strickland commuted Spirko’s 24-year-old death sentence to life in prison. Spirko was to be put to death in less than three weeks for killing an Ohio postmistress. He could be moved off death row as early as Thursday. Strickland made clear he wasn’t convinced of Spirko’s innocence. But he also said he couldn’t ignore the lack of physical evidence linking Spirko to the 1982 killing of Betty Jane Mottinger in northwest Ohio and “the slim residual doubt” about Spirko’s responsibility for the slaying based on a careful study of the case. Those factors make “the imposition of the death penalty inappropriate in this case,” Strickland said. The attorney general’s office said last week it had concluded that no DNA evidence links Spirko to Mottinger’s death. Strickland, a Democrat, is a death penalty supporter but has said he is conscious of the numerous examples of exoneration through DNA testing around the country. Spirko had previously received seven reprieves while the Ohio Parole board reconsidered his case and DNA testing was conducted on material found near Mottinger’s body, a

record under the state’s current death penalty law, which went into effect in 1981. Although Strickland spared Spirko, he rejected several alternatives suggested by Spirko’s attorneys that would have freed their client. Attorneys had asked for a full pardon, a conditional pardon or a commutation to time served, all of which would have allowed Spirko to be released. Strickland said state and federal courts reviewed and upheld Spirko’s conviction and the Ohio Parole Board twice rejected his petition for clemency. Under the commutation order, Spirko will not be eligible for parole. “At times, when he wasn’t denying having committed the murder, he appears to have admitted doing so,” Strickland said. “Spirko’s claims that his own lies led to his conviction for an offense that he did not commit are unpersuasive in the face of the judicial scrutiny this case has received.” Spirko’s attorneys said they were disappointed that Strickland did not free Spirko. “There can be no joy in the commutation of an innocent man’s sentence to life without parole,” Washington, D.C.-based lawyers Tom Hill and Alvin Dunn

said in a statement. Spirko, 61, is the second death row inmate in a week to avoid execution after a long legal struggle. On Monday, U.S.-British citizen Ken Richey, 43, entered a plea deal in a northwest Ohio court that allowed him to accept a sentence of time already served and leave the United States. The agreement came after an appeals court overturned Richey’s 1987 death sentence last year. Spirko also is the second death row inmate whose sentence was commuted to life in prison under the state’s new death penalty law. In 2003, Gov. Bob Taft commuted the sentence of Jerome Campbell of Cincinnati because of concerns about evidence presented at Campbell’s trial. Spirko was convicted based on his comments to investigators and witness statements. Charges against a co-defendant who linked him to the murder have been dropped. Courts at all levels have previously upheld Spirko’s conviction and death sentence. Spirko’s case illustrates a crisis within U.S. death penalty cases, namely, problems with questionable eyewitness identification, said Richard Dieter, executive director of the Washington, D.C.-based Death Penalty Information Center. Former Postal Inspector Paul Hartman, who interviewed Spirko 16 times during the investigation, said he remains convinced Spirko killed Mottinger and called the governor’s decision an acceptable resolution.

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