Jackson rallies Cedar Rapids workers in push for Rainbow Bill of Rights
In Cedar Rapids Jackson urged 350 attendees at Teamsters Local 238 to join a labor rights push and collect names for campaign work. He called for a Rainbow Workers' Bill of Rights, opposed Gramm Rudman Hollings, and argued unemployment figures mislead. He urged higher minimum wage, pregnancy leave, and stronger safety laws while criticizing right to work.
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Taiwan
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Jobless: Vibrant economy hinted as layoffs rise in year end
The report notes a 6.978 million unemployed in December 1987 down from 7 million, with 910,000 discouraged workers, 200,000 below 1986. Analysts credit a strong economy while markets show stress. Ann McLaughlin cites opportunities for workers and employers as key to continued good news.
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Ann McLaughlin
Reagan
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Sinai
Federal Reserve
Bush rivals push Iran issue in Iowa debate
At the Des Moines Civic Center 2,500 heard Governor Bush defend responses on the Iran arms sale. Rival candidates cited the Iran-contra legacy as a campaign handicap and pressed for full disclosure including 10-year tax returns.
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Iowa
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Robert Dole
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Jack Kemp
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Arizona Drops Lotto America In Multistate Play
Arizona lottery officials reject participation in Lotto Amer ica a joint venture of six states and the District of Columbia that could offer jackpots up to 40 million. Iowa Kansas Missouri Oregon Rhode Island West Virginia and DC join the program starting Feb 3. Arizona Lottery Director Bill Henry says the game lacks attraction here. The state weekly numbers game record jackpot is 8.7 million.
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