Gore and Bush clash in final debate of series
ST LOUIS AP reports that Gore and Bush traded sharp parting shots in the last debate before the election. Each claimed strength, with Gore attacking Bush on federal spending and Social Security while Bush touted tax cuts and a smaller government. Instant polls showed mixed results as voters and uncommitted audiences weighed the candidates, who paused post debate rallies to honor Missouri Governor Mel Carnahan, killed in a plane crash.
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Administration warns of veto for Medicare package
Washington AP administrative officials warned Republican leaders that a major overhaul is needed or President Clinton may veto the Medicare package as too favorable to managed care. The dispute centers on HMO funding and expanded preventive benefits, with Congress racing to adjourn amid partisan tensions.
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Energy prices push inflation higher in September
Energy led a 0.5 percent rise in the consumer price index in September, the largest jump since June, while housing construction inched up 0.3 percent to a 1.53 million unit annual rate. Energy prices surged 3.8 percent after a 2.9 percent fall in August, prompting debate over further Fed rate hikes and a Social Security cost of living adjustment of 3.5 percent next year for 45.2 million beneficiaries.
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