Unemployment rate hits 7.5 percent analysts cite economy
The Labor Department reports September unemployment at 7.5 percent with nearly 8 million jobless, up 309,000 from August. White unemployment rose to 6.5 percent while Black unemployment edged to 15.1 percent. Part time work hit a record 4.5 million as full-time employment fell 670,000. Discouraged workers grew by 1.1 million in the third quarter. Reagan argued his program could create 13 million jobs eventually, but effects won't be immediate.
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Reagan Warns Israel as AWACS Sale Faces Senate Vote
Reagan says Saudi UAE AWACS package is none of Israel’s business and vows American security will not be debated away. Haig cites Saudis’ joint crew talks. Glenn presses for joint manning. Congress has until Oct 31 to veto the $8.5 billion deal. Senate and House committees move toward opposition.
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Reagan’s Personal Details and Quirky Facts Snapshot
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Americans rate Reagan highly on personal qualities poll
An AP NBC News poll of 1,601 adults found Americans still give President Reagan high personal marks despite concerns over his latest economic plan. While his overall job rating slipped, 58 percent trust him to do right and 52 percent feel he cares about people like them.
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