Central New York Democrats Back Budget Plan and Abortion Ban
In Washington Central New York representatives push a tax measure adding a 3 cent federal sales levy while debating a nonbinding budget resolution. Votes split on other measures including funding Alaska oil drilling and private organ transplant control. Hinchey Houghton McHugh Reynolds Walsh vote yes on the abortion ban, amid partisan debate over late term procedures.
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Hillary Clinton Faces Suburban Skepticism in New York Bid
In Scarsdale and nearby suburbs Clinton draws mixed support from white, middle class mothers. Some voters praise her intellect and education stance while others question residency and New Yorker credentials. Giuliani leads among suburban women, yet Clinton remains a strong alternative in a tight race.
Clinton says Republicans backing her grows amid Giuliani critique
Hillary Rodham Clinton told a Owego Tioga County audience that she is drawing more Republican supporters both men and women, though she stressed the remark was anecdotal. Giuliani campaign aides countered that he speaks on issues with a record to back it. A CBS News New York Times poll found the race near even, with Giuliani's support waning after the Dorismond police shooting controversy. Clinton aides project gains among women and suburban voters as she campaigns.
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Misconduct charge roils Army leadership over claims
Reports allege Lt Gen. Claudia Kennedy faced a misconduct charge amid a top brass turmoil. A retired officer notified the Defense Department IG of alleged personal misconduct from the mid 1980s, with formal investigation possible as Mancuso handles the case. Kennedy and Maj. Gen. George Larry G. Smith have not commented.
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Pork barrel spending mocked at charity event
A humorous scene features a pink pig mascot and a real hog at a pork barrel protest. Citizens Against Government Waste cites examples like Rep Walsh’s $40 million and other lawmakers receiving funds, while McCain criticizes rising pork projects and visa tales unfold.
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Middle class pays less federal income tax than four years ago
The federal income tax burden for many middle class families is lower than four years ago while overall tax take stays high. The piece notes 1999 tax rates for a family of four around 7.5 percent on income tax and discusses cuts from the 1980s to the 1990s, including the 1997 child credit. It cites Treasury and CBO figures, quotes Summers, Archer, and Rangel, and outlines the surplus debate and year 2000 tax code burdens.
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