Senate approves tax exemption for publishers last act of Congress
The Senate voted to exempt the book publishing industry from an IRS ruling that could have forced mass book destruction. The stopgap funding bill to keep the government running after Dec 15 was approved 56 to 22, closing the 96th Congress with House-Senate conferees set to reconcile differences.
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Reagan lobbies for cabinet picks as Haig emerges as front runner
Ronald Reagan's first eight cabinet choices are announced, all white and male Republicans, pushing tax cuts budget cuts and defense. Gen Alexander Haig remains the leading candidate for secretary of state as seven more posts await decision and Haig's nomination could come soon.
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Teamsters press Betty Murphy as Labor secretary pick
The Teamsters press Betty Murphy as the sole Labor Department secretary candidate, aligning with influential vice president Jackie Presser and union leaders to counter New Jersey builder Ray Donovan amid Reagan’s transition. A key contact with Ed Meese hinting Reagan may reconsider Donovan.
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