Split view on U S job market hinges on data used
The AP reviews conflicting counts of the U S job market under Obama and Romney. Unemployment sits around 8.3 percent, while job gains since 2010 number in the millions, but many metrics—labor-force participation, underemployment, and public versus private payrolls—paint a mixed, evolving picture ahead of the election.
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Debt hits $16 trillion as campaign focus shifts
In Charlotte the AP notes the U.S. debt reaching $16 trillion as the Democratic convention opens. It highlights partisan questions on deficit reduction, Romney and Obama tax plans, and the gap between promises and the money needed for Medicare, Social Security, and services.
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Huelskamp Praises Romney Ryan Ties at Hutchinson Meeting
U S Representative Tim Huelskamp spoke to about 200 at the Ramada Hutchinson meeting, saying Romney is not his top choice but approves of Romney's VP pick. He noted his and Ryan’s similar ages and focus on fiscal issues, warned of rising debt to 16 trillion dollars, and discussed farm bill subsidies and wind tax credits during the Patriot Freedom Alliance event. Huelskamp, residing in Hutchinson and Fowler, is unopposed for re election on November 6.
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