Carter under fire over abortion stance during campaign
Jimmy Carter faced renewed questions on abortion after a meeting with Catholic bishops in Washington. He reiterated personal opposition to abortion but said he would not oppose a constitutional amendment, while bishops urged stronger legal protection of rights. He planned a quiet day in Plains before Mint Springs campaign kickoff.
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No Dams Inspected Despite Disasters
Washington AP reports four years after the Buffalo Creek and Rapid City dam disasters no nonfederal dam has been inspected under the 1972 law. funding and jurisdiction disputes leave inspections unfunded while states and the White House debate who pays. Army Corps estimates $73.5 million needed. inspections stalled by political and fiscal disagreements.
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