U.S. Admits Flu Shot Plan Is a Gamble
Washington officials call the 135 million push to vaccinate nearly all Americans next fall an insurance policy though uncertain. White House aides say the program may be necessary to avert a future epidemic, while some critics warn against overreach. Ford seeks a 145 million supplemental to fund vaccine production and mass immunization by September.
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Postal management ripped for damaged mail blunder
Washington AP reports postal officials blamed new machinery for damaging millions of parcels at bulk mail centers in Washington Memphis and Detroit. Chairman Wilson said the centers will cost the public millions and lower mail quality. Dorsey and Brower admitted lack of awareness of damage rates and promised fixes while noting a projected ROI. Rep Ford criticized management as unsatisfactory and likened the system to an Edsel.
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