Verizon strike widens over wireless access and ballot rights
Verizon workers in 12 states join a broad action over organizing rights and overtime as unions seek a representation vote method for the wireless division. Officials say high tech jobs should be opened, while managers cover rounds of 12 hour shifts during the walkout.
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Plaque dispute over Kuskusky location sparks local debate
Local historians dispute a plaque near Slippery Rock claiming Kuskusky village tied to 1758 treaty and French and Indian War victory. Lawrence County records place Kuskusky in New Castle, not Slippery Rock, prompting calls for plaque relocation or revision.
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Gore Lieberman clash over Social Security and school issues
Gore and Lieberman diverge on Social Security and school vouchers with both Democrats downplaying specifics. Lieberman says they share most paths and disagreements have been in good faith. Gore seeks to wait for formal announcement as Bush gains in polls ahead of the Democratic convention.
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Gore Lieberman ticket shapes race and faith in play
The choice of Jewish senator Joseph Lieberman as vice presidential running mate by Al Gore introduces religion as a campaign factor in 2000. Lieberman’s devout faith affects scheduling and public perception, while Gore and Lieberman plan a Midwest tour before a Los Angeles convention.
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Protest Mobilizes for Broad State Drug Benefit
The organization backs a state bill that would extend drug coverage to all Pennsylvanians, not just Medicare recipients, aiming to add a meaningful prescription benefit to Medicare and address pricing. They contrast with a recent Republican plan that covers only low income seniors and bypasses Medicare.
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Louisville's Grain, Whiskey and Derby Heritage
Louisville Kentucky, founded along the Ohio River, is famed for grain and whiskey distilleries, barley, tobacco and horses. Named for Louis XVI, the area around Bluegrass yields rich farming. The Kentucky Derby is hosted annually at Churchill Downs.
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