Polls reflect pressure for Gore concession in Florida case
NBC and Gallup show slim majorities urging Gore to concede as Florida recount issues surface. Florida Supreme Court sets noon deadline for briefs ahead of Thursday arguments while parties await a ruling likely before December 12 when electors must be chosen. Gore avoids committing to concede pending court decisions.
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Christmas Eve sales law paused by county option
SLED sought legal opinion after Union County ordinance would have let workers start before 1 30 pm on Christmas Eve. Several counties consider suspending Sunday sales, worried retailers will lose Christmas shopping day revenue. Malls in Charlotte open at 8 am. merchants fear competitive disadvantage. Counties not exempt by accommodations tax can suspend temporarily, not permanently.
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Bush interview hints at Florida governor role for brother
Scott Pelley asked if Jeb Bush would take a cabinet post. Bush said his brother should stay in Florida as governor and noted he would be glad to hear his name mentioned on national TV. He outlined aims for Social Security, Medicare, tax cuts, and education if he becomes president, praising Greenspan as a steady influence on the economy.
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Greenspan Reappointment Pitched If He Becomes President
A proposal aims to reappoint Greenspan to another term as chairman should he ascend to the presidency. The plan hinges on political developments and Greenspan’s acceptance of the role.
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