Senate Defeats GOP Bid to Limit Labor Spending in Campaigns
The Senate, 59 to 41, blocked a Republican amendment allowing unions to demand refunds of dues not used for collective bargaining and grievances as lawmakers pursue tighter federal race financing rules. The vote also saw a Boren measure, 57 to 43, aiming to tax union spending on lobbying as a legitimate expense.
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Senvid Boren
D-Okla
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Exxon Valdez spill blamed on Exxon and Coast Guard
Federal investigators fault Exxon Corp for operating tankers with reduced crews and inadequate rest and criticize the Coast Guard for not adequately policing icy navigation. The National Transportation Safety Board, after a 16 month probe, cites Captain Hazelwood for leaving the third mate at the helm during ice, while noting fatigue and policy failures contributed to the 11 million gallon spill. An Alaska jury had convicted Hazelwood of negligent discharge but acquitted intoxication.
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Togo president pledges second political party promise
President Gnassingbe Eyadema of Togo told President Bush he would allow a second political party to broaden democracy. The two leaders discussed Liberia's crisis, UN role in a cease fire, and Eyadema’s offer of asylum to Samuel Doe. Bush welcomed the pledge.
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Souter avoids questioning by reporters
Washington AP Souter renews a low profile Senate office tour dodges questions about George Steinbrenner and the Yankees after People for the American Way released a 1976 brief he helped draft calling abortion the killing of unborn children Souter declines to comment on the controversy while a New Hampshire attorney general figure.
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Hearing Tests Set For Odessa at Miracle-Ear Office
Free electronic hearing tests offered Wednesday through Friday August 1 3 from 9 AM to 5 PM at 1541 JB Shepperd Pkwy 1 Old Town. Professional Hearing Aid Specialists explain causes and show ear diagrams. Appointments encouraged. in-home service available by calling 363 9566.
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