Week in review of Bush campaign struggles and side issues
A condensed look at last week's political news showing Bush facing reversals and distractions as he toured Washington and California for 65 electoral votes while Gore spent time at a Maine high school with four electoral votes.
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Birdwatchers expose CBS phonies in golf broadcasts
CBS apologized after birdwatchers uncovered the use of recorded bird sounds in televised golf events. An expert pinpointed a white throated sparrow’s song in broadcasts from Colorado and Michigan, noting the species could not be in those locations. CBS spokeswoman said the practice has ended.
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Fuel protests roll through Europe as oil hits decade high
Trucker and farmer blockades cripple urban centers across Europe over high fuel taxes. France Italy and Belgium concede tax reliefs while Britain Ireland Spain Germany and the Netherlands hold firm amid the dispute.
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Chase Manhattan to buy J.P. Morgan in $30.98B deal
On Wall Street Chase Manhattan Corp agreed to acquire J.P. Morgan & Co for 30.9 billion dollars in stock. The merged group will retain Morgan’s brand from founder John Pierpont Morgan and operate as J P Morgan Chase & Co, ending Morgan's independent firm.
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Clinton to visit Vietnam after election
President Clinton plans a visit to Vietnam after the election. The trip will accompany a new trade deal and broad outreach as U S policy shifts to engage Vietnam more closely. Widespread analysis notes the move aims to draw Hanoi into America's orbit.
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Global oil price surge and energy crunch forecast
Energy experts warn Middle East oil dependence risks sharper price rises that could slow U S growth and lift winter heating costs. Oil tops 35 dollars a barrel as natural gas prices near 3 50 per thousand cubic feet amid low heating oil and gas inventories. OPEC boosts quotas by 800000 barrels daily, yet markets doubt the move will ease prices or curb overproduction.
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Steinem aging gracefully sparks debate on marriage and power
Marianne Means notes Gloria Steinem, 66, wed a younger man and prompts renewed discussion of feminism, aging, and love. While Steinem remains a respected voice, critics say her embrace of marriage challenges the movement’s earlier stance, yet her example signals evolving goals for women over 60.
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