Perot Pushes Voters to Oppose NAFTA in Broadcast
Ross Perot accused Mexico of hiring former US trade officials to tilt NAFTA in its favor in a televised broadcast urging a campaign against the pact. He argued foreign lobbyists influence Washington while noting Americans have the votes. The Center for Public Integrity reported Mexico paid millions to US lawyers and consultants to promote NAFTA since 1989.
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Merger Offer Rejected By Boston Globe Publisher
Affiliated Publications Inc, owner of the Boston Globe, rejected a Times Co merger bid valued at about 15.50 a share or 1.09 billion. Times and Affiliated had reportedly discussed a possible merger amid takeover rumors tied to family trusts due to expiring control in 1996.
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Dollar up in Europe as currencies shift and gold moves
The dollar rose against major currencies in early European trading as markets closed for holidays. Tokyo closed with the dollar at a record 10700 yen, and London quotes showed 107.15 yen. Gold prices were mixed with London dealers at 378.25 per ounce, Zurich 377.85, and Hong Kong 378.40. Silver in London traded at 4.64 a troy ounce.
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Call COSE Before Your Group Health Insurer Rate Surprise
COSE as a large buyer negotiates with insurers to keep group health plan costs affordable for its 12,000 member companies and 175,000 employees and dependents. It partners with Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Ohio to secure favorable rates and continues to provide member education and networking opportunities.
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Accord reached in aluminum talks
Tentative three year agreements were reached in Cleveland covering about 17 000 aluminum industry workers with United Steelworkers and Aluminum Brick and Glass Workers Union. Ratification by local presidents and council meetings was pending. Members were told to report to work as negotiations continue on medical care and contract extensions.
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Personal income flat in April despite solid spending rise
In April Americans' personal income was unchanged at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.26 trillion dollars, due to lower farm subsidy payments. Consumer spending rose 1 percent to 4.28 trillion dollars, the strongest gain in six months, after March saw income up 0.6 percent and spending down 0.2 percent.
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