China U.S. deal on IP protection seen as initial win
The late hour agreement to curb theft of American goods may avert tariffs and escalation. If China enforces terms, U.S. copyright protections could improve and U.S. exports may rise, but ongoing monitoring and Chinese follow-through are crucial for lasting impact.
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Navy silence in face of Hultgreen crash inquiry
The Navy confirmed Lt. Kara Hultgreen died when the F-14A she piloted suffered a left engine failure during approach to USS Abraham Lincoln off California. It notes engine problems at low speed, cites a high accident rate for the F-14A, and criticizes prior innuendo about her qualifications and gender. The piece argues systemic bias against women in aviation persists.
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Freshman Republicans push to dismantle four federal agencies
The new House freshmen form four task forces aiming to eliminate the Departments of Commerce Education Energy and Housing and Urban Development. They advocate trimming government to save money, yet their lengthy press release hints at Washington tradition and uncertain cost.
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Compassion at risk of cuts to aid programs
A reader denounces Newt Gingrich and George Pataki for attacking social programs. They argue against cuts to school lunches WIC and student aid, urging compassion and a stance that favors helping the less fortunate over cutting funding for education and health care.
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Fitzpatrick seeks aid in workers' comp cases
Andrew F. Plasse criticizes Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick for proposing to hire staff and seek funding from insurance carriers to fight fraud in workers' compensation. He argues carriers often refuse legitimate claims and could misuse funds, predicting increased bad faith by insurers if accepted.
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Investing can beat Social Security stock tale and warnings
In a readers note Myron Egvtvedt analyzes Social Security versus stock market returns using the S&P 400 average and a 3.5 percent dividend from 1951 to 1990. He projects a nest egg near 645000 and urges using 401 K plans early, while a separate line remembers an early victim named Jesus Christ.
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Diving into HIV risks in Louganis case
Greg Louganis has contracted HIV. The piece discusses risk, urges adherence to preventive guidance, and stresses that everyone faces HIV risk with certain activities being more dangerous. It advocates avoiding high risk behaviors like the plague.
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