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CBS Cameraman Shot By US Troops Under Arrest Troops believe he was working for insurgents, not just covering them as reporter. Just announced on CNN. Developing...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The last time the Vietnam War loomed so large in a presidential election, it was 1972 and U.S. soldiers were still fighting in Southeast Asia. But the war has taken center stage again as both parties seek the support of Vietnam veterans - turning to them as the emerging elder statesmen among U.S. war veterans. At a conference this past week, on the 40th anniversary of the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution, the Vietnam Veterans of America urged its members to make their voices heard. "This election is probably more important than any election for president since...

THE REUTERS DIARY FOR JOHN KERRY AND JOHN EDWARDS Thursday, August 5, 2004 I. Schedule for John Kerry All times Eastern JOHN KERRYS UPCOMING SCHEDULE Thursday, August 5 In Washington, Missouri 9 a.m.: Delivers remarks at the UNITY: Journalists of Color, Inc., 2004 Convention. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, Washington, D.C., NW. Open press. 1:30 p.m.: With Edwards, attends "Believe in America." Union Station, 450 Union Station, St. Louis, Mo. Open press. 6:30 p.m.: With Edwards, attends a "Believe in America" rally. Missouri State Capitol, Jefferson City, Mo. Open press. Note: The candidate overnights in Kansas City, Mo....