Nader accuses Claybrook as NHTSA chief clashed over air bags
Washington AP report details consumer advocate Ralph Nader demanding Joan Claybrook resign as NHTSA head while she refuses to answer questions. Nader accuses her of softening consumer positions, criticizing lead time for passive restraints and agency efforts in auto safety. Claybrook defends choices and pledges to serve four years, citing political realities and prior achievements.
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Wage Increase Rate Drops Slightly in September
Washington AP draws from Labor Department data showing average wage gains of 0.8 percent for the three months ending September, with manufacturing leading at 2.2 percent and wholesale retail at 0.1 percent. Consumer prices rose 1 percent in the quarter, keeping yearly wage growth modestly ahead of inflation at 0.8 percent. Blue collar pay rose 7.8 percent year over year versus 6.6 percent for white collar workers.
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First prisoner swap with Mexico Dec. 9
The United States and Mexico will begin prisoner exchanges on December 9 with about 70 Americans and 38 Mexicans to be sent home to their countries to serve remaining sentences. The swap follows a treaty signed over a year ago and ratified after Carter’s implementing legislation.
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Farmers rally Midwest Southwest to publicize Dec. 14 strike
Irving Texas AP farmers from the Midwest and Southwest gather for a two day benefit to publicize their proposed December 14 strike. Dan Yokum of American Agriculture says 15 000 farmers from out of state confirm participation. The action aims to protest low prices for farm commodities.
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