Radioactive Leak Debate Roils Denver Area Plants
A Colorado scientist group charges the Rocky Flats plant near Denver released plutonium into air, water, and soil, claiming a serious health risk and urging phased closure with tighter safety. Officials acknowledge minuscule releases but say they pose no public hazard while expanding monitoring to restore public confidence.
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Pentagon under fire over billions in cost overruns
GAO reports 38 of 57 major weapons programs exceeded original estimates by about 50 percent. Delays and defects cited as key causes while Nixon administration claims of $25 billion saved are challenged by Sen. Proxmire who says $10 billion was absorbed by services.
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