Munich summit yields vague economic communique
The Group of Seven produced a general joint statement on jobs and growth as leaders Bush Kohl Mitterrand and Miyazawa faced domestic pressures. Rates, deficits, and inflation dominated talks with no bold steps, leaving hopes for broad service industry agreement uncertain amid political concerns.
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BMW Sets U S Plant in South Carolina near Spartanburg
The BMW Group will start producing convertibles in 1995 at a new plant near Spartanburg South Carolina, creating about 2000 jobs. The move follows German wage levels and benefits, but highlights the efficiency gap with U S workers who produce 40 percent more per hour. South Carolina offers a 20 year level tax rate and a 1500 dollar per job tax credit.
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Chronicle-Telegram Opinion Page Encourages Reader Letters
The Chronicle-Telegram states editorials express our views while guest pieces challenge readers to form opinions. It invites letters to the editor from readers who wish to share their thoughts on the page's content.
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Lucky bunch of guys and the Bush campaign
Reese reports from the Orlando Sentinel on claims that money buys access in politics. The piece highlights Team 100 donors like Tony Mitchell and Jose Fanjul, noting favorable government dealings and questioned oversight. It cites Dole Food, Brown Forman, and Perot allies, urging skepticism of official denials and arguing money influences policy.
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Army Stalls on Gulf hero life insurance claim
Ronald Randazzo, a Desert Storm sergeant killed Feb 1991 in Saudi border patrol action, left two life insurance applications. His family fights the Army over a $250,000 policy reportedly canceled for non payment amid lost paperwork and bureaucratic disputes. Congressman McMillen and President Bush spoke with the family as the case seeks resolution and recognition of the service sacrifice.
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Tailhook wreckage cleanup sparks reform call
Chicago Tribune columnist analyzes Tailhook scandal and its fallout. Lt. Paula Coughlin’s account of assault at Las Vegas in September underlines culture issues in the Navy. The piece links Secretary Garrett's resignation to broader calls for oversight, including a Pentagon inspector general and mandatory harassment training, criticizing a male-dominated culture and urging accountability.
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