Emergence of a New Political Party Seen Possible
Wire briefs note a potential shift in U S politics as history shows two major parties dominate. Analysts like Vin Weber cite signs of a new party forming that would differ from current Republicans and Democrats before the century ends.
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Dozens of lawmakers to leave for good
Dozens of lawmakers will pack up their offices and depart Congress at the end of the week. Some seek higher offices in November, others want less hectic lives, and several newcomers leave frustrated after primary losses. In all 49 House members and nine senators chose not to return.
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Mike Synar
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Younger Supreme Court set to rule on term limits
The 1994 95 term opens with a political flare as the court weighs states past and proposed limits on Congressional service. The lineup has grown younger, averages drop to about 60 with five new justices since 1988, while signed decisions fall to near 100, signaling a potentially narrower court agenda.
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Diary claims director protected Brady in Haiti embargo case
AP reports that Richard Newcomb of OFAC told aide William Wasley he was “protecting” then Treasury Secretary Nicholas Brady over Texaco embargo violations in Haiti. Notes show Brady allegedly told Newcomb to go slow, delaying oil and money flow to the military junta as investigations continued. The matter is under review by multiple agencies and committees.
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GM workers approve strike settlement in Flint vote
Striking autoworkers approved a settlement with General Motors to end their walkout after demanding more hires. In Flint at the Buick City area, workers applauded as UAW leaders announced the deal and then voted 1850 to 151 in favor.
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General Motors
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