Powell For President Powell weighs White House bid amid GOP shifts
Colin Powell, a potential Republican candidate, draws support from voters and is praised as a capable, credentialed leader. His moderate stances alarm many on the right, while some Republicans back his views, signaling a notable but uncertain path to a presidential bid. The piece also notes debate over speed limit repeal at federal and state levels and President Clinton's stance on safety concerns.
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Colin Powell
Minneapolis
Star Tribune
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Senate
Clinton
Miami Herald
Lawmakers pursue rapid changes to federal student loans
The article argues that Republican proposals to curb direct loans and end the six month grace period would raise borrowing costs and penalize colleges for admitting students who must borrow. It also targets pay as you can repayment tied to income, which supports lower defaults and lets graduates pursue meaningful work.
Aiken Standard Print Contact and Subscribing Details
Information on location mailing address office hours and phone numbers for subscribe delivery problems circulation customer service switchboard fax story ideas editors and publisher contact in Aiken South Carolina. Key numbers include 6495315 for subscriptions 6498315 for delivery issues 648-2311 for switchboard and 648-2911 for editorial contacts.
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Graniteville and Galey & Lord plan merger to boost textile strength
Graniteville, founded in 1845 by William Gregg, would merge with Galey and Lord, creating a strong combined entity under Triarc lineage. The deal targets year end completion, aims to dominate domestic utility wear and sportswear markets, with no expected local plant layoffs, and hopes to preserve the Graniteville name in product lines.
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Aiken County
South Carolina
Graniteville
William Gregg
Kalmia
Kalmia Hill
Horse Creek Valley
Triarc Companies Inc
New York
Harold D. Kingsmore
Galey
Lord's
Punitive Damages Topic Sparks Courtroom Debate
The BMW v Gore case tops a string of punitive damages awards from California and New Mexico juries, including $7.1 million to a legal secretary and $2.9 million for a coffee burn incident. A doctor sued after discovering a repainted BMW had a 3 to 4 inch tape line left by refinishing, leading to a $4 million punitive award. Three recent Supreme Court cases have tackled punitive damages claims.
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Gore
Jules
California
New Mexico
Ira Gore Jr
Birmingham
Ala
Slick Finish
Dr. Gore
Supreme Court
High Court
BMW Gore punitive damages case summary and critique
The piece argues punitive damages in civil cases are excessive and misaligned with criminal fines. It centers on BMW v Gore, where a $4 million punitive award followed $4,000 in compensatory damages for repainting a car. It condemns the windfall to plaintiffs and calls for reform by courts and Congress.
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Dr. Gore
Picayune
BMW
United States
Supreme Court
Congress
Perot third party plan prompts federal financing debate
The plan to form an Independence Party for a 1996 presidential bid triggers FEC questions on funding. Perot may spend freely on his candidacy but is limited on other contributions, while Mulford argues there may be no cap on funds to create a new party. Ballot access across California, Ohio, and Maine aims to pressure Congress, with concerns about aiding Republican foes and potential legal challenges.
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Ross Perot
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Clay Mulford
Independence Party
California
Ohio
Maine
United We Stand America
Mulford
Sharon Snyder
Congress
Clinton
Jan Baran
GOP
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