States cut pension benefits for public sector retirees
In New Jersey lines form outside pension offices as workers retire amid Christie push to curb benefits. The governor seeks to repeal increases, end automatic cost of living adjustments, raise retirement age, reduce payouts, and raise employee contributions. The state faces a $46 billion gap, with Pew noting unfunded obligations across eight states.
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House Democrats split over Obama tax plan in race heated week
In Washington, congressional Democrats debate whether to back President Obama’s plan to extend middle class tax cuts or pursue a broader tax extension. Moderates push for a short term renewal while others insist on a full extension, highlighting tensions ahead of the midterm elections.
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Tea party surge overturns Delaware and key races
Conservative Christine O'Donnell stunned nine term Rep. Mike Castle in Delaware's Republican Senate primary, fueling tea party momentum that reshapes races from New York to New Hampshire. Paladino and Ayotte win in other states as party divides over the path to November. O'Donnell pursues Coons, arguing for sharp reform and Obamacare repeal.
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