Government press calls for split of Microsoft into two firms
The government reiterates that Microsoft should be broken into two companies while Microsoft seeks dismissal of the plan but offers to adjust practices. A federal judge will hear arguments from both sides this week as discussions include licensing technology to aid software makers and changes to desktop icon displays.
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Poll Puzzle: State Wins Decide Presidential Outcome
National polls mislead as election hinges on 50 states and DC. Analysts say 270 electoral votes decide the winner, with state contests shaping the race. Bush leads nationally, Gore stronger in New York and California, battlegrounds: Illinois, Michigan, New Jersey, New Mexico. Michigan State’s Rohde warns polls aren’t dependable until after conventions.
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Clinton trade speech airs on NBC as CBS ABC skip
President Clinton will address the nation on the China trade deal with NBC CNN and FOX airing the five minute live address while CBS and ABC will not. White House officials say the speech aims to explain why a vote on the deal benefits the U S economy and national security as Congress prepares to debate the measure.
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Farmers Fuel Debate as Democrats Eye Farm Issue in Fall
Democrats push farm reform as rural districts show discontent with the 1996 Freedom to Farm law. Blue Dogs plan August release of a subsidy tied to farm income to gain swing voters in farm states. Analysts say few seats may flip, with Montana highlighted as a key race as farmers seek more safety nets or price supports.
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