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WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. _ Engulfed in fresh controversy over new inflammatory remarks by his retiring pastor, Barack Obama made a public break Tuesday with the Rev. Jeremiah Wright Jr., denouncing the minister's latest comments as "outrageous, "appalling" and a contradiction of the senator's life work.

By Nedra Pickler Associated Press WASHINGTON -- In a defiant appearance before the Washington media, the Rev. Jeremiah Wright said Monday that criticism surrounding his fiery sermons is an attack on the black church, and he rejected those who have labeled him unpatriotic.

In what amounted to an attack by friendly fire, Mr Wright made a lively and defiant appearance before the US media and restated opinions which cost Mr Obama crucial white support in the recent Pennsylvania primary, won by Hillary Clinton.

By Julie Bosman and Patrick Healy Julie Bosman reported from Tampa and Patrick Healy from Greensburg.