Reagan ready to tap minorities women for top posts
President elect Ronald Reagan moves to diversify his early top posts with minorities and women. Thomas Sowell is favored for the Council of Economic Advisers, with Jewel Lafontant discussed as a potential combined minority and cabinet appointment. Haig is likely to be named secretary of state, while eight initial cabinet picks remain white and male.
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Mojo Panthers Triumph Over Highland Park In 5A Semifinal
In Texas Stadium, Permian's oil field underdog team defeated Highland Park 21 to 3, denying the wealthy powerhouse and advancing to face South Texas powerhouse for the state title. About 20,000 fans witnessed the upset as West Texas pride outpaced the Scots.
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Congress stalls pay hike decision in late session
Congress delayed a decision on a proposed ten thousand dollar annual pay raise for senators and House members after a tense Saturday session. The Senate and House recessed until Monday as negotiators pressed for a compromise while votes split on a stopgap spending bill that would block the pay raise. PMID
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Iranian says more talks needed on hostages
An Iranian official says the U S response to demands for freeing 52 American hostages is positive but more indirect negotiations are required. Four black American ministers in Tehran said their trip aims to build ties with Islamic leaders, not to influence negotiations. Nabavi says Iran will propose new measures for U S action to resolve the issue while awaiting U S response.
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OPEC conference opens with uncertain actions in Bali
At Bali Indonesia the 13 nation OPEC begins deliberations on world oil prices amid uncertainty on eve of talks. Analysts see a possible price freeze or hike but no firm agenda. Iran and Iraq continue to affect dynamics as Saudi Arabia signals mixed positions. See ACTIONS Page 2A.
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