Clinton budget proposal sparks spending surge debate
President Clinton unveils a 2001 budget totaling 1.835 trillion in spending with a projected 167 billion surplus and major new programs including socialized medicine, elder prescription coverage, after school funding, hiring teachers, and expanded tax credits. Critics warn surpluses could vanish if programs grow, while supporters cite targeted relief and work incentives.
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Peter Sperry
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Controversy Over Violence Against Women Act in Rape Case
In a Virginia Tech dorm encounter, two Black men face civil suits under VAWA while a grand jury declined criminal indictments. The piece critiques federal authority, notes seven states supported VAWA while Alabama opposed, and cites Jeremy Rabkin and columnist Coulter on the matter.
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Noble Little
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Jeremy Rabkin
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Un-Republican McCain, a Big Government Candidate
Feder argues John McCain is a big-government conservative, attacking Bush taxes while proposing limited tax cuts offset by new revenue, and criticizes his Social Security plan, abortion stance, and foreign policy stance as insider Beltway pragmatism.
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Feder
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