The Great White Lie review by Walt Bogdanich
A Wall Street Journal reporter critiques The Great White Lie, examining hospital mismanagement and Medicare overcharges. The chapter focus includes Stormont Vail in Topeka, corporate pressure on Cleveland hospitals, and a mysterious spider infestation linked renovation, noting not all hospitals are failing.
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Hawke ousted in Australia by Paul Keating
In Sydney, Prime Minister Bob Hawke is toppled by former treasurer Paul Keating after a party vote 56-51. Keating vows to restore unity, create jobs, and maintains steady relations with the United States as Australia faces 10.5 percent unemployment the highest since World War II.
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Bush considering $300 tax rebate amid deficit warnings
Federal Reserve Chairman Greenspan and Congress skeptically weigh the Bush administration plan to issue a one time $200 to $300 tax rebate to lift the economy. Officials say options include raises in the personal exemption and allowing penalty free IRA withdrawals for first time home purchases, with broader debate on deficits and long term impact.
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