Sloppy DEA records raise questions after audit findings
The audit on the DEA reveals poor accounting of property, seized drugs, and cash from undercover operations in 1997, with Peat Marwick unable to form an opinion on the books. Justice officials say a modern system is being implemented and all recommendations are in progress as Janet Reno faces questions. Senator Grassley warns taxpayers to beware of weak financial controls.
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Powell outlines NAACP priorities
Retired Gen Colin Powell urged NAACP delegates that improving schools and home life should outrank affirmative action. He warned there is little point in creating opportunities if youths cannot use the English language and encouraged community involvement in upbringing.
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NAACP
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America
Arts center costs exceed estimates raise budget concerns
City commissioners hesitate to endorse a plan that may shrink under pressure as walls shift and materials change. Arts center officials delay decisions to Thursday, aiming for Septembers HRC review and a design ready for approval, while seeking more funding beyond the $3.625 million city commitment and $2 million pledged in donations.
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Democrats threaten farm bailout tactics as Senate standoff grows
Democrats press to attach emergency farm aid to every bill advancing to the Senate floor amid GOP opposition. Leaders warn of a legislative logjam as conservatives push tax cuts and limits on managed care while farmers face low prices and bad weather.
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Four drug makers propose up to 350 million settlement
Four major drug makers offered on Tuesday to pay as much as 350 million dollars to settle federal lawsuits alleging they conspired with others to inflate prices charged to pharmacies.
Drug insurers target pills from major firms in bid
In a move affecting aged care, insurers focused on drug coverage, naming Abbott Laboratories of Illinois, Hoechst Marion Roussel unit of Hoechst AG Germany, Pharmacia Upjohn Inc of New Jersey, and Rhone Poulenc Rover unit of Rhone Poulenc SA France as key suppliers.
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