Youth Hides Behind Golden Sculpture at Swiss Exhibit
A 19-year-old boy hides behind a gold bronze sculpture titled Thumb by Cesar Baleaccini at the Swiss Exhibition Sculpture of the 20th Century in Riehen near Basle. About 150 masterpieces are on display through Sept 14, per AP.
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Defense Budget Defeated in House Deficit Fight
The House rejected the $613.3 billion defense heavy budget 242 to 141, sending the measure back to a conference with the Senate. Critics argued it shortchanged social programs during a recession, while supporters claimed a strong defense was essential. President Carter and House leaders opposed the plan, with liberal and moderate Democrats leading the defeat.
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Joint Chiefs push for more defense funds than Carter plan
The Joint Chiefs of Staff urged higher defense spending than President Carter proposed, resisting direct criticism of the president while the House defeated the $153.7 billion budget. Chiefs led by Gen. David C. Jones said they would like more funds but would not openly oppose Carter, who backs social programs and military pay.
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Metzenbaum Starts Insurance Bill Hearings on Race Bias
Senate subcommittee hearing features Austin Dunn a Dayton Ohio homeowner describing policy cancellation due to race. Metzenbaum leads push to roll back state regulatory powers, arguing for federal standards as Ralph Nader cites industry lobbying and vast policyholder funds.
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