Democratic candidates decline to push black running mate
Four Democratic presidential hopefuls faced a caucus on race at a Charlotte conference. Carter Brown Church agreed America is ready for a black vice president while Udall declined a flat commitment and Brown said he would pick the best person available. Carter, fresh from Texas primary victory, said he would not commit to pushing for a black VP.
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Arizona
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Gary
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Texas
Black caucus outlines 1980 Democratic platform focus
Delegates discuss for a black vote impact with candidates offering varied views on busing and civil rights. Unemployment is named top priority as four candidates pledge more black representation in government and a tax restructure to aid the poor. Hatcher stresses black voters’ importance to the party’s presidential chances.
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Reagan criticized over Panama Canal policy stance
Senate Goldwater and Vice President Rockefeller joined Ford supporters in rebutting Reagan after he attacked Panama Canal talks. Reagan warned U.S. forces might be used to defend the canal, while Ford said such rhetoric risks alarm among Panamanian allies and the public.
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Meet the Press
Hughes will contested as possible fraud claim emerges
A Nashville genealogist says he represents up to 11 Hughes relatives and will contest a March 1968 will found in Mormon church records. Noah Dietrich seeks probate in California as executor, while Richard Gano is temporary administrator. Rhoden notes plans to use handwriting experts to verify authenticity amid estate battles.
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California
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Superior Court
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Careful shoppers save money by month’s end
An Associated Press market basket survey shows April savings at eight of 13 cities with the overall bill down about 1 percent by early May. Prices fluctuated with pork chops and all beef frankfurters easing, while coffee and chopped chuck rose amid tighter cattle supply and Brazil crop losses.
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Moynihan to speak at AP meet in New York
About 1,200 leaders in the broadcast and newspaper industry gathered for the Associated Press annual meeting at the Waldorf Astoria. Former UN Ambassador Daniel Patrick Moynihan was scheduled to address the gathering as the American Newspaper Publishers Association began its meeting.
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Mideast
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Congress Reviews Charity Regulation After Mail Appeals
Congress moves toward tighter charity rules amid revelations that only about ten percent of Pallottine funds reach abroad missions. The House Post Office Committee plans a bill requiring clear disclosure of the share used for charitable purposes. The Postal Service backs the measure though charities oppose it.
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