Social Security debate shifts as Medicare premium rises
The Medicare premium hike of 11.60 dollars next year will swallow much of the 2.7 percent Social Security COLA, prompting Kerry and other Democrats to push caps while Bush defends seniors. The SSA also raised the payroll tax cap to 90,000 dollars, affecting about 9.9 million workers and 159 million payers nationwide.
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Election meltdown warned as polls near in 2004
The Election Reform Information Project warns tens of millions may face Florida style chaos due to confusing rules, new voting systems, and poll worker shortages. Provisional ballots, funding delays, and state rule variations complicate counting in swing states like Missouri Ohio Florida. Early voting grows as touch screen use rises despite security concerns.
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Clinton to campaign for Kerry in early next week
Former President Clinton, recovering from heart surgery, plans a Philadelphia appearance to back Senator Kerry as Kerry runs tight against President Bush. The effort could include solo and joint events with Kerry, phone messages, and possible radio ads, depending on medical clearance.
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