Poll finds faith in economy slipping ahead of Bush inauguration
Americans grow anxious about the economy as the Bush transition begins. Only a third expect better family finances in a year, and a majority say investing a thousand dollars in stocks would be a bad idea. Public confidence shows partisan divides with many independents cautious.
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Americans doubt economy in AP poll results
An AP poll of 1,020 adults across 48 states, conducted January 3–7, finds Americans largely unsure about the economy. Respondents were asked whether the country is headed in the right direction or on the wrong track with a margin of error plus or minus 3 percentage points.
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Government rates SUVs worst for rollover risk
The U S government issued its first rollover ratings for passenger vehicles naming two General Motors SUVs the lowest with a one star score while the Honda Accord earned five stars. Critics say the system is simplistic and should rely on real world tests.
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Supreme Court narrows reach of Clean Water Act ruling
The 5-4 decision limits federal power under the Clean Water Act by allowing a Chicago suburb landfill to proceed without federal wetlands clearance. Chief Justice Rehnquist writes that ponds and mud flats are far from protected navigable waters, sparking concern from environmental groups about potential future erosion of federal regulation.
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