Briefs on engine inspections and violence free zone signs
Regulators promised prompt action on a NTSB call for new jet engine inspections after a Pratt & Whitney engine failed on a ValuJet flight in Atlanta. Cambridge declares itself domestic violence free with 60 signs, aiming for education over immediate change.
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CDC urges prenatal AIDS testing for all pregnant women
The CDC proposes making AIDS testing standard prenatal care for all 4 million yearly pregnancies to cut mother to child transmission. AZT could reduce infant infection risk by about two thirds, with confidentiality kept between patient and doctor unless state law demands disclosure.
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Gephardt proposes 10 percent top rate with deductions cut
House Minority Leader Dick Gephardt outlines a tax plan to set a 10 percent top rate for most, end most deductions except mortgage interest, and tax all income while preserving some personal allowances. The plan targets relief for the poor and middle class but imposes higher rates up to 34 percent on higher earners.
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Clinton Calls for More Conversation and Less Combat
President Clinton urged in a Georgetown University address for less political combat and more dialogue across the nation. He challenged Sen. Jesse Helms over AIDS funding while defending rights for those with AIDS and noting unity as key to prosperity. He cited bipartisan dialogue with Newt Gingrich as a model.
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Miami lawyer named independent counsel for Ronald Brown probe
The federal appeals court named Daniel Pearson a 64 year old Miami attorney as independent counsel to probe Ronald Brown's private financial dealings and public reports. The assignment will cover possible federal law violations tied to accepting things of value from Noranda Hill and a related company.
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