Miers pledges abortion opposition before 1989 Dallas bid
Supreme Court nominee Harriet Miers wrote she would oppose abortion and back a constitutional ban in most cases. She said she would attend pro life events and oppose city funds promoting abortion. Critics warned the stance could affect fair judicial application while supporters hoped the disclosures reassure conservatives.
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Panel Backs Tax Reform to Simplify Filing
The President's Advisory Panel on Federal Tax Reform endorsed a simplified income tax system that would reduce rates from six to four and keep tax totals similar to current levels. It would cut paperwork, replace many breaks with a family credit, and tax free accounts while capping mortgage deductions and health insurance write offs.
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Taunton Dam Breach Fears Prompt Evacuations and Inspections
Engineers work to ease pressure on the 173 year old Whittenton Pond Dam in Taunton Massachusetts as floodgates are opened and a second dam is managed upstream. Evacuations and closures remain in effect while Gov Romney orders emergency dam inspections statewide.
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Senate votes to forgo pay raise amid Katrina costs
Senate approves 92 to 6 vote to forgo the 1.9 percent cost of living increase for all members as part of a spending bill. The move, supported by Sen. Jon Kyl, aims to curb federal spending amid Katrina expenses and a growing deficit. House previously backed the comparable measure with limited opposition.
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