GOP plan would seed primaries by state size next year
GOP state leaders backed a plan to reorder the presidential primaries by state size with the smallest first and largest last, delaying a decision on exempting Iowa and New Hampshire. The issue, to be reviewed at the Philadelphia convention, could provoke a floor fight and alter perceived influence among states amid talk of retail politics and broader party unity.
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Million Mom Marchers push for gun control nationwide
President Clinton urged Congress to pass common sense gun laws as Million Mom March events and Mother's Day rallies spread across the country. He cited California Maryland and Massachusetts as examples of progress and warned the fight will continue beyond the marches. He urged child safety locks tightened background checks at gun shows and ban on large capacity clips amid ongoing bills since the Columbine shootings. Republican leaders countered by blaming criminals and urging local solutions rather than federal action.
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Momentum grows to repeal 3 percent phone tax after 102 years
Washington moves toward repealing the 3 percent telephone excise tax raised since 1898 to fund wars. The bill, backed by Portman and Hastert, would end the levy 90 days after signing, with House votes targeted for the week of May 22. The change would reduce revenue about 24 billion over five years, sparking debate over Social Security and Medicare finances.
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