House Democrats brace for labor trade vote fight
The Associated Press reports House leaders face a caucus split as trade policy nears a vote. Democrats and labor groups clash over job impact while business groups urge opening a vast market. Delegates weigh merits to win support for the agreement amid tough elections.
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Taiwan arms request stirs debate in U S Senate
President Clinton shelved a four billion dollar arms package for Taiwan amid GOP pressure. Senate leader Trent Lott plans a vote, risking a veto as Republicans press stronger support while dissenting voices, including Jesse Helms, warn against provoking Beijing. The debate centers on deterrence versus provoking mainland China.
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Army studies young officer exodus prompt
Officials ordered panels to study why many young Army officers are leaving. About 1,000 officers at the Command and General Staff College in Fort Leavenworth discussed distrust of senior leaders, reluctance to shift to peacekeeping and humanitarian missions, and spouses unhappy with long absences and frequent moves.
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Lawmaker vows inquiry into State Dept laptop loss
Rep. Benjamin Gilman of New York, chair of the House International Relations Committee, pledged hearings next month into security lapses at the State Department after officials disclosed a missing laptop containing highly sensitive information. The laptop reportedly held code word information beyond top secret and was missing from the Bureau of Intelligence and Research for two months.
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Clinton pledges aid to Indians and digital plan
President Clinton promised over 100 million dollars in industry pledges to improve jobs and internet access in Native American communities, including 1 a month telephone service for 300000 households. He criticized past federal failures and visited Navajo lands and Shiprock while outlining broader efforts on education and regional poverty.
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Bush campaign shifts toward housing focus in Michigan
George W. Bush signals a moderate shift with a housing plan aimed at the elderly and working poor in Michigan. He visits a renovated private home and holds a forum in Dearborn, stressing a sustained effort in the key Midwest state to broaden appeal and counter McCain’s earlier momentum.
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