Reagan Campaigns to Boost GOP War Chests in 1990
Reagan shuns pay for party appearances while aiding GOP candidates in Georgia Washington Indiana Iowa and California. He says he plans to be active this year with fundraisers and letters, helping coordinate a political plan for key races as Nixon also increases involvement and Ford sits out due to knee surgery.
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Voice activated Dragon Dictate boosts productivity for handicapped
Newton Massachusetts AP reports Dragon Systems unveils the Dragon Dictate Voice-Typewriter, a voice activated system for PCs that turns speech into text at 35 words per minute. It recognizes 30000 words, costs 9000 dollars, and aims to help professionals who struggle with typing or rely on dictation for reports and letters.
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Caro’s Lyndon Johnson bio draws supporters’ ire
New York AP reports Robert Caro defends The Means of Ascent as fair and evidence based while acknowledging some Johnson backers feel betrayed. He contrasts Johnson with Al Smith, noting Johnson’s drive for power and alleged willingness to steal a Senate seat, exaggerate wartime exploits, and risk his life for self advancement.
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Lawmakers' junkets cost taxpayers about a million dollars
Washington AP. A1: During Oct 1 to Dec 31, 1989, 87 House members and over 100 staff flew abroad to 60 locations, costing taxpayers at least 971000 with reports possibly exceeding 1 million. Delegations visited Europe, the Third World, and Antarctica for research and oversight study.
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Poll shows broad support for chemical-free organic labeling
Washington AP reports Senator Patrick Leahy promotes a federal organic labeling law citing a Louis Harris poll. It finds 84 percent would choose organic produce at the same price as conventional, and 52.1 percent would buy organic even if pricier, signaling demand and need for a national standard.
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