Budget reality check shapes 2001 fiscal battle and debt aims
The budget fight over 1.83 trillion dollars for fiscal 2001 pits Republicans against Democrats as both sides tout surpluses and debt reduction hopes. Analysts foresee possible use of Social Security surpluses for debt relief, cautious on Social Security and Medicare cuts, and continued political posturing ahead of November elections.
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Clinton orders 328000 acres protected for giant sequoias
President Clinton designated 328000 acres in Sequoia National Forest as a national monument to safeguard 34 sequoia groves. The move bans most commercial timber, mining, and some recreation, while allowing roads, some winter access, and core hiking and horseback activities.
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