Consumers resume big ticket shopping in June report
Paul Taylor of the National Automobile Dealers Association notes Americans returned to shopping in June, with sustained demand for big-ticket items as consumer spending holds steady.
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 2000
Page
4
Paul Taylor of the National Automobile Dealers Association notes Americans returned to shopping in June, with sustained demand for big-ticket items as consumer spending holds steady.
David L. Sobel, general counsel for the Electronic Privacy Information Center, urged a judge to order release of details on the government's Carnivore email surveillance system in a bid for expedited treatment.
William E. Lori, auxiliary bishop of Washington, lauds Mayor Anthony Williams for not signing a bill that would require health plans in the capital to cover contraceptives. The announcement follows the mayor's decision not to approve the measure.
The piece weighs the impact of the Brady Act, comparing states with and without 1994 changes. It cites Ludwig Cook's study showing minimal differences in homicide and gun-violence trends, while noting aging and transfer concerns. It also highlights opposing views from the Center to Prevent Handgun Violence and NRA supporters. The editors defend the act as prudent and balanced with civil liberty considerations.
Aaron Cc condemns Mylan Laboratories for a 147 million settlement with 33 states and the FTC over price increases on two tranquilizers. He notes price hikes of 3219 percent and 2523 percent, charging the company targeted a captive elderly and ill market. He urges justice and a return to ethical business, calling the conduct despicable greed.
The article notes Colin Powell's rising popularity within Republican circles amid debates on his potential role in a Bush administration. Delegates discuss Powell possibly joining as secretary of state or in a top cabinet post to bolster foreign policy credibility. Powell’s broad appeal spans parties, though his exact stance remains unclear.
The News editor reports a July 22 letter from Harry Flannery and a fellow resident criticizes the board for avoiding bumps in the school matter. The writer, a taxpayer with relatives in the district, argues deception and manipulation are wrong and urges addressing bumps rather than ignoring them.
Melinda A. D'Augustine of Neshannock Township laments board decisions and the impact on students and families. She urges Flannery and other members to rigorously evaluate matters affecting education and restore a moral, healthy district environment.
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