Economic fears overshadow war in Washington Post survey
The Washington Post reports Americans worry more about the economy than the Iraq war. Truck driver Frank Miller and loan officer Liza Kwon illustrate anxiety over savings and jobs as polls show 70 percent say the economy is not good and 67 percent expect it to worsen. Bush's Iraq ratings stay high while 49 percent disapprove of his handling of the economy.
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Oil's Role in Iraq's Postwar Oil Power Return
Western forces rapid control of southern fields like Rumaila Majnoon and West Qurnah could position Iraq as a major oil power within years. Experts warn postwar governance must manage oil policy amid debates over US versus European and Russian roles and OPEC stability. Ralph Nader questions US control and future profits.
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Surplus Store Sees War Time Surge in Gear Sales
In Seattle’s Belltown, the Federal Army & Navy Surplus Store runs by Jack Schaloum and his brother Henry. Since mid February the shop has sold over 1 000 gas masks and nearly 800 cases of MREs as fear of terrorism rises. Schaloum notes the surge mirrors prior wars and is not something they promote. He offers British army underwear, French peacoats and Israeli gas masks alongside U S government issue MREs. Other surplus shops report similar demand for survival gear.
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ChevronTexaco halts Nigeria oil output amid Niger Delta clashes
ChevronTexaco evacuated staff and halted most installations at Escravos and offshore rigs in Nigeria after weeks of fighting between ethnic militants and government forces. Militants accuse the army of attacking Okpelama village as they threaten to strike 11 foreign oil sites. Local residents report indiscriminate gunfire and casualties as forces tighten security.
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Employers Cut Health Benefits for Future Retirees
The piece surveys widespread cuts by firms including Aetna TXU Motorola JC Penney Beckman Coulter and IMC Global reducing subsidies for future retiree health care. It notes workers may still access group rates but many will pay more as profitability drives expense trimming. Experts warn workers underestimate how many employers are changing commitments.
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