Activists brace for tobacco deal amid health concerns
Public health advocates say the $206 billion settlement falls short of a full tobacco control strategy though they expect states may sign. They urge using funds to curb smoking and seek federal FDA authority, cautioning against diverting money to unrelated areas amid a looming decision by 46 states.
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Diane Canova
American Heart Association
Food and Drug Administration
Bill Novelli
Campaign For Tobacco-Free Kids
College course sparks civil rights protest in North Carolina
In Archdale North Carolina black leaders criticize a Randolph Community College class taught by Sons of Confederate Veterans members for claiming most enslaved people were happy in bondage and that the Civil War centered on self determination. The nine week course enrolls twelve students and aims to restore Confederate pride while acknowledging slavery as wrong.
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Leased car returns flood market creating buyer bargains
In Cedar Rapids, Iowa, dealers report a rush of off lease and rental returns as 4 million plus vehicles hit the market. Cars selling below book value while incentives on new models stay high, making late-model lease returns strong bargains for buyers.
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GE. Burton
Cedar Rapids
McGrath Used Car Outlet Bets on Off‑Lease Treasures
The dealer trades on a soft wholesale market to offer low mile vehicles at up to 60 percent of original price. Majors like Pontiac Bonnevilles Ford Tauruses Jeep Grand Cherokees and Dodge Intrepids fill the lot as favorable rates and low down payments attract buyers.
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Mike McGrath
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