Clinton lawyers mull grand jury testimony strategy
Washington AP report outlines negotiations between President Clinton and Independent Counsel Starr over how the president might provide information to the grand jury in the Lewinsky investigation. White House aides stress Kendall works with Starr to ensure access without a subpoena while disputing the scope of presidential subpoena power.
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Senate pushes ban on smoking on international flights
The Senate added an amendment to a 47.1 billion transportation bill to ban smoking on international flights. Sponsor Sen. Richard J. Durbin, 14 when his father died of lung cancer, cited the issue. British Airways had already banned smoking on its routes. Lotti notes Alitalia offers both smoke free and smoking flights between Rome and New York and other routes.
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House Republicans push health care bill in House vote
Republicans push a 216 to 210 party line health care bill to shield patients from managed care excesses. The measure promises ER coverage, gag-rule bans, direct OB GYN access, and external appeals with penalties. Democrats call it a political shield while Senate action looms after August recess.
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GOP push for merit pay in teaching gains support
Washington AP reports merit pay for teachers gains traction amid Republican pressure and union backing. Some states and Florida districts tie raises to performance, but critics warn of cost, unfair evaluations, and morale harm. Finally, concerns persist over implementation and fairness in open evaluation.
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