PepsiCo growth plan for Quaker foods eyed in merger talks
PepsiCo aims to grow Quaker's food business across 45 countries while keeping Quaker Oats headquartered in Chicago. Quaker shareholders will receive 2.3 PepsiCo shares per Quaker share, with deal close targeted in five to six months subject to shareholder and antitrust approvals.
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Court victory fuels Bush transition push after tight election
On Day 27 of the close race, Lieberman and Daley urged Democrats on Capitol Hill to stand firm amid legal actions. Gore dispatched Lieberman to rally lawmakers while Cheney planned talks with GOP congressmen on transition plans. Senior Democrats voiced staying power. advisers warned time is running out if Florida cases fail.
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Supreme Court ruling stokes Florida election dispute hope
Political leaders react as the high court hints at limits of Florida court’s ruling on recounts. Supporters urge unity while critics press for definitive resolution ahead of December electors meeting. Debates center on Bush Gore and impending deadlines shaping a contested national outcome.
Court wrangles over overseas ballots in Florida recount fight
Federal judge in Pensacola hears Republican bid to add overseas ballots mainly military to Bush margin. Florida Supreme Court sets 3 p.m. deadline for Gore and Bush briefs after a US Supreme Court ruling. Appeals court in Atlanta weighs suits to discard hand recounts. Cheney to meet House Republicans. Lieberman to meet, while Florida faces certification deadline and possible statewide electors appointment.
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Florida lawmakers face snag on special session
Florida House Speaker Tom Feeney and Senate President John McKay could not agree on language for a proclamation to convene a special session. Bush signaled no rush to intervene in the disputed election as legal rulings narrow options. Republicans hold 77-43 in the House and 25-15 in the Senate.
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