Deficit debate over balanced budget proposal in Senate
Sen. Simon argues for a constitutional balanced budget by 2001 citing Jefferson. Sen. Byrd counters with Madison and warns of power shifts and debt limits. Hearing on Byrd Appropriations Committee previews a close Senate vote with unclear support in both chambers.
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Gun measure boosts sales in Hawaii
Honolulu AP reports a Hawaii Legislature push to ban handguns spurred a spike in gun purchases. Police logged 68 permit requests, about double normal. retailers saw crowded shops as the Senate backs a ban on importing selling or transferring handguns and a registration proposal while the House weighs less restrictive options.
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Windsor Casino aims to lure U.S. gamblers from Detroit
Windsor plans Ontario’s first government owned casino on the Detroit River to attract American players. Operator Windsor Casino Ltd, a Caesars World Hilton Circus Circus joint venture, will invest 375 million Canadian dollars for a 125 table and 2400 slot complex with a riverfront phase at the Art Gallery site while Windsor hopes for 12,000 jobs and boosted tourism.
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