Washington voters rate education top in poll
Washington-Education tops voters' list of issues likely to influence the November midterm elections. The Washington Post-ABC News poll shows Social Security tax reform and patient rights as major concerns, while campaign finance reform and tobacco policy rate lower. Democrats lead on several key issues as the economy remains reassuring four months before the vote.
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Justice to appeal Secret Service ruling in Lewinsky case
Justice Department plans to ask the full U S Court of Appeals to reconsider a ruling that would compel Secret Service personnel to testify before the grand jury in the Monica Lewinsky inquiry. The decision urges Congress to decide protective function privilege and its reach while lawmakers consider legislative fixes.
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Japan election shakeup tests LDP reform push
U S pressure to push Japan to continue reforms follows LDP loss of 17 upper house seats. Hashimoto signals possible permanent tax cuts as market reactions boost hopes for quicker economic action. Rubin says Japan must act fast on economic issues while market jitters loom over yen and Asia. Clinton aims for talks with a new prime minister on reform measures and export barriers.
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Hashimoto resigns as Japan premier sparks leadership scramble
Prime Minister Ryutaro Hashimoto announces his resignation ending a 2 1/2 year tenure after Liberal Democratic Party losses in the upper house. Candidates include Keizo Obuchi and Seiroku Kajiyama, neither an economic specialist, amid a deep recession and market volatility. The LDP aims to nominate a successor by July 21 with parliamentary approval likely after July 26.
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County fights budget increase amid agency funding requests
Douglas County budget hearings focus on funding for outside agencies and proposed 2.5 mill levy increase. Agencies seek raises from 2 to 14 percent, with Health Department and Independence Inc. among top requests while county reviews service duplication and transportation roles. Budget director Weinaug's recommended 1999 budget totals about $34.4 million.
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Investigation finds little evidence of racial remark by USDA official
Agriculture investigators concluded there is not enough proof to support John Boyd's claim that a Department of Agriculture attorney used a racial epithet during a May conference call. Boyd, head of the National Black Farmers Association, says the matter remains active in Congress and in court.
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