Subsidy bypass program nets farm giants millions
Florida developer Maurice Wilder controls 130,000 acres across eight states and has earned 1.2 million under a program designed to bypass payment limits on federal subsidies. King Ranch Inc. in Houston received more than 638,000, while a South Dakota beekeeper collected 280,000. The program lets farmers borrow against a crop at support prices and repay at market value, pocketing the difference, drawing both support and criticism over mega farms. The House mulls a strict 150,000 cap. critics warn it fuels excess production and hurts small farmers.
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Fallout From War On Terrorism Could Create Foreign Policy Problems
The United States war on terrorism may trigger unintended global effects. Analysts warn of strengthened Islamic radicals, potential instability in Pakistan under Pervez Musharraf, and risks of a nuclear state. While outcomes vary, gains include possible progress toward Middle East peace as Arab moderates cooperate with anti-terror efforts.
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Reagan National Airport reopen favored by Bush aides
White House Chief of Staff Andrew Card and Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld signaled support for reopening Reagan National Airport with enhanced security. Card emphasized balancing safety and economic needs, while Rumsfeld urged ground security measures and air marshals.
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Coast Guard crews and gear short in new report
A government review finds Coast Guard search and rescue stations understaffed and under equipped forcing some crews to work 84 hour weeks and boats to operate without routine inspections. Officials acknowledge gaps and pledge corrective actions as 188 stations answered 40,068 calls in the last year, saving 3,365 lives.
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