Gore and Bush trade barbs on campaign trail in South
In a sharp clash on the stump Gore questions Bush readiness to lead while Bush accuses Gore of dishonesty. The rivals battle over campaign funding reform and health care as voters in Florida Louisiana Mississippi Oklahoma Texas head to primaries. Gore campaigns in Tennessee voting position and cites Grass-roots support while Bush seeks top-down GOP backing and picks up Sen. Fred Thompson endorsement.
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Lawsuit challenges sewage project neighborhood impact study
A group including clergy, business owners, and community groups filed suit to halt $458 million in federal money for the Onondaga County sewer project. They argue EPA scope was too narrow and seek a broader environmental impact review for the South Side area. The plaintiffs contend the project will significantly affect the neighborhood and alternatives were ignored.
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Iranian reformer Hajjarian shot in Tehran coma after attack
Saeed Hajjarian, a leading reformer reviled by hard liners, lies in a coma in Sina Hospital Tehran after being shot in the face on Sunday. President Khatami denounced the assassination attempt as sinister and progress threatened by desperate hard liners blamed by reformists and pro reform newspapers.
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Japan slips back into recession on weak fourth quarter
Japan’s economy contracted for a second straight quarter with GDP down 1.4 percent in October to December and private consumption dipping 1.6 percent. Officials cited hopeful signs in orders and capex, while analysts had expected a smaller decline. If the trend continued for a year, the economy could shrink about 5.5 percent.
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