"'America must not fail in Iraq'" by Doyle McManus and Maura Reynolds, Star Tribune
Summary:
In his State of the Union Address, President Bush focused on his agenda for Iraq, but also gave insight into his plans for health insurance coverage and gas consumption. Bush's domestic policy proposed that health insurance spending be tax deductable up to $15,000 per family which can benefit some families and have a negative effect on others. He also proposed cutting gas consumption by 20 percent in the next 10 years by requiring the use of alternative fuels like ethanol. Bush's main concern was with his decision to send more troops into Iraq.
Challenge:
This story is one of the most important stories in the nation at the time and the pressure to report accuartely and promtly is a challenge. Also deciphering what the most news worthy topics were in the address was key.
Comparison:
Dan Balz of the Washington Post reported on State of the Union Address as well. All of the same topics were stated.
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Lede: I noticed that the lede is a hard-hitting quote.