Republicans seek smaller tax cut to avoid veto fight
GOP lawmakers push a 2001 budget plan with a tax cut of 150 to 240 billion dollars, far smaller than Bush's 483 billion target. The move aims to appease spending demands, shield against Clinton vetoes, and reflect internal GOP tensions in an election year. Kasich had fought to include more of Bush’s proposal but lost.
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Ex-teacher at education seminar sparks D C furor over remarks
Washington AP A former teacher and author Jane Elliot drew sharp pushback after describing Govs George W Bush and Jeb Bush as racists during a March 8 Education Department seminar on diversity. House lawmaker seeks explanation as department officials say remarks were unclear and spontaneous. Elliot advised staff not to vote for Republican candidates. she is known for an eye color diversity lesson. Elliot received about 7500 dollars from the department.
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