Pentagon ends forced discharge rule for pregnant servicewomen
The Pentagon announced pregnant service members may remain on active duty rather than be discharged under the 1951 policy, with optional discharge if requested. The change, ordered by the Defense Department civilian secretariat, applies to all four services and aims to improve equal opportunity.
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Federal election panel weighs banning party freebies at conventions
The Federal Election Commission recommended prohibiting political parties from accepting free services at national conventions. The draft opinion defines a broad range of corporate contributions as unlawful if they convey money or services in connection with conventions. It notes that free use of facilities and transport services are not necessarily components of an overall purchase.
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Politicians rated low in trust in national survey
Radnor Pennsylvania report from UPI notes that politicians scored only about 4 to 4.5 on a 1–10 honesty scale in a Chilton Research Services survey of 1,000 men and women. Doctors led at 8.2, bankers and professors followed, while used car and door to door salesmen trailed.
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Senate Delays Cloture Vote in New Hampshire Seat Fight
Washington Republicans hold firm against ending debate on the New Hampshire senatorial dispute as Democrats press to seat a winner. Cloture fails 79 to 91, with southern Democrats and GOP members opposing. Mansfield’s concession pact rejected on principle amid sharp exchanges over a prolonged election controversy.
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