Clinton ethics under spotlight as indictments rise
Washington AP report notes five years into Clinton's term, ethics scrutiny grows with former Housing Secretary Cisneros indicted on conspiracy and false statements charges. Whitewater probes continue, while DOJ investigates 1996 campaign finances. Commentary cites Reagan era probes and calls for accountability.
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Phone subsidies spark bill itemization debate in Congress
Washington Republicans and the Clinton administration clash over whether long distance bills should itemize subsidies funding rural phone service and school library Internet hookups. FCC discussions continue as lawmakers push for transparency while the administration argues for flat treatment.
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U S Bans European cattle and sheep imports over mad cow fears
The United States barred imports of all cattle and sheep from Europe amid mad cow disease concerns. No US cases of bovine spongiform encephalopathy have been reported, but safety fears prompted the action to protect health and export markets. The USDA will lift restrictions only for countries meeting international standards and controls.
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Michael V. Dunn
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Wholesaler prices drop for 8th time this year
Prices paid by wholesalers fell in November for the eighth time this year signaling cheaper goods from cars to computers. The Labor Department reported a 0.2 percent drop in finished product costs from U.S. factories and refineries, with inflation still easing overall.
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