Textile protection bill faces veto and job loss fears
A proposed Textile and Apparel Enforcement Act would slash imports from 11 Asian nations and Brazil by 35 percent, drawing Senate support but prompting warnings of inflated costs, retail layoffs, and retaliation against U S exports. Proponents cite jobs saved, opponents warn of higher prices and slower growth.
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House of Representatives
Capitol Hill
Brazil
Senate
White House
Reagan
U.S
Congress Lacks Will To Reduce Spending
Analysis argues the 1985 deficit at 211 billion reflects congressional and executive inaction. It critiques policy forecasts and the impact of debt on future borrowing, inflation, exports, and the dollar. A balanced budget amendment with state support is urged as the only lever to force fiscal restraint.
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Federal Reserve Board
Congress
Congressional Budget Office
U.S
United States
Treasury
Reagan
Senate
House-Senate
House
Edward J Walsh USBIC column notes nationwide papers
USBIC Writers Syndicate staff writer Edward J Walsh pens a nationwide column circulating in multiple US newspapers offering commentary on current events, trends, and public affairs. The piece reflects the syndicated writer’s broad reach and editorial voice.
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Edward J. Walsh
Usbic Writers Syndicate
United States
Aircraft Maintenance Upheaval At American Airlines
FAA fines American Airlines 1.5 million for improper maintenance in 11th hour repairs. Reports say line crews faced pressure to skip fixes to keep planes flying. The scandal spurs audits, new hires totaling 500 more mechanics, and heightened industry scrutiny.
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Air Force
FAA
Federal Aviation
American Airlines
American
Sanctuary movement sparks debate over immigration and socialism
A seminar in Washington explored who has the right to enter the United States amid Sanctuary advocacy. Officials argued immigration policy is generous and essential, while critics warned the movement seeks broader social change and antiwar aims, with religious leaders framing refugees in biblical terms.
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William J. Davis
Sanctuary
State Department
Laura Dietrich
Institute On Religion and Democracy
Washington
Central America
U. S
Ghana
Lebanon
Elliott Abrams
United States
Abrams
William Sloane Coffin Jr
Aiken Standard
Don Law
The
Institute of Religion and Democracy
Sanctuary Movement
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Wheaton
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