Murdoch urges free air time for candidates at NAB gathering
Rupert Murdoch calls for broadcasters to provide free airtime to political candidates to reduce money influence in politics. NAB officials and station execs respond skeptically, noting existing free coverage and ads amount to millions. Murdoch cites 1994 political ad spending at 355 million and links reform efforts to Capitol Hill scrutiny of his firms.
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Transit strike ends as SEPA T reaches tentative three year deal
Philadelphia AP report says a two week transit strike by SEPTA workers ends with a tentative three year contract. Wage gains of 3 percent annually plus pension cap increase from 35000 to 40000, enhanced benefits, and a revamped workers compensation system. Union members vote Friday on the settlement.
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