Democrats unveil five guiding principles for fall elections
Democrats released a five point set of principles to guide their fall election agenda. House Minority Leader Dick Gephardt said the plan centers on working families and the middle class and is unrelated to the Republican Contract With America. He urged a second chance and promised a 24 hour effort to avoid past mistakes. Senator Tom Daschle said details would be drafted after lawmakers gauge constituents' priorities.
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ValuJet cancels flights amid inspections after crash
In Atlanta, ValuJet canceled and delayed numerous flights as federal inspectors begin intensive checks on all planes. ValuJet chief Lewis Jordan said vapors from an air conditioning unit prompted groundings, not safety threats. Travelers voiced worries about getting stuck at airports as operations shrink following Flight 592’s crash.
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Trade deficit widens to 8.92 billion in March
The Commerce Department said the U S trade deficit jumped to 8.92 billion in March, up 26.8 percent from a revised 7.04 billion February gap. Imports reached record levels despite declines in oil and cars, with gains in semiconductors, heavy machine tools, and chemicals.
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Philadelphia diners top tipper survey beats New York and Los Angeles
A 13 city Zagat survey finds Philadelphia diners most generous, with almost half tipping 20 percent or more. New Yorkers rank 10th, while Los Angeles diners largely tip 20 percent or less. New Orleans, Boston, Orlando and Atlanta follow Philadelphia in tipping generosity.
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Make A Wish reviews hunting trip policy
The Make A Wish Foundation will review its hunting wish policy after granting a bear hunting trip to a Minnesota teen. Board member Doug Elmets said the issue will be revisited by the Phoenix based foundation and its 82 chapters. Erik Ness, 17, with a brain tumor, went with his father on a 10 day Kodiak Island Alaska trip.
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