Supreme Court weighs gay marriage in major case
The Supreme Court opened a historic debate on gay rights over California Proposition 8 and a federal ban on benefits for same sex couples, with justices split and no clear majority. Some urged caution citing the issue's novelty as President Obama voices support for same sex marriage. And the court could dismiss the case or limit its ruling, potentially allowing California renewals but not a nationwide effect.
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Housing and manufacturing lift U.S. economy
U.S. housing gains and a jump in durable goods orders propelled the economy in winter. Prices rose 8.1 percent in January, the fastest since 2006, while February factory orders surged 5.7 percent. New home sales softened in February but remain above year-ago levels, and stock indexes climbed on signs of resilience despite spending cuts.
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The Conference Board reports March consumer confidence at 59.7, down from February’s revised 68. Anxiety rose as $85 billion in across-the-board government spending cuts took effect March 1, amid a stalled recovery. Lynn Franco notes uncertainty about the economic outlook.
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