Budget balance by 2002 without broad spending cuts
Senate Budget Committee Chairman Pete Domenici and House Budget Committee Chairman John Kasich propose a balanced federal budget by 2002. They argue that achieving balance does not require sweeping overall spending cuts, a point noted by discerning observers.
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Can a Balanced Budget Be Achieved Without Slashing Welfare
The piece argues that a balanced budget is possible mainly by reforming or cutting bloated federal programs and reforming spending growth rather than welfare cuts. It notes the difficulty from special interests, the use of baseline budgeting, and political posturing around Kasich and Domenici’s proposals, concluding that real action remains unproven.
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Network news analysis and the politics of fear and greed
The piece argues that television news analysis shapes public perception more than reporting. It cites ABC NBC CBS NBC coverage of the 1980s greed era and health care crisis, then critiques its focus on budget cuts and political bias. It notes poll results showing public skepticism and quotes Carole Simpson admitting explicit editorial stance.
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Politicians and Christian Coalition swing in U S politics
Thomas, a lecturer and commentator, reviews the week for social and religious conservatives. Ralph Reed graces Time cover as Gramm lectures at Liberty University and Heritage, framing the unity and risk of coalition power while Gingrich outlines containment on abortion politics.
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By Bruce Tinsley