Debates Highlight Bind of Bush Kerry Claims
In the last presidential debate Bush credited homeland security efforts while Clinton era style debate tactics were questioned. Kerry defended his health plan and criticized port cargo inspections as inadequate though officials note screening and risk targeting reduce uninspected shipments. Fact checks challenge points on taxes and bin Laden remarks amid Homeland Security concerns.
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Debate highlights clash over taxes health care and rights
In a 90 minute televised exchange Kerry assailed Bush over health care layoffs and a rising tax burden while Bush accused Kerry of promising tax increases and failing to pay for his plan. They sparred on abortion gay rights immigration and a minimum wage with both sides insisting their positions and voting records.
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Job numbers show mixed signals ahead of election
Survey data indicates 139.5 million Americans employed, 1.7 million more than 137.8 million when Bush took office, while employers report 821,000 fewer workers. Unemployment rises from 4.2 to 5.4 percent as the economy grows at 3.3 percent this year despite a record 415 billion deficit. Bush touts tax cuts totaling 1.8 trillion over ten years, benefit skew toward wealthy, campaign tailwinds hinge on swing states and wage perceptions.
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