Americans Prosper as Inflation Favors Some Groups
Inflation hurts most Americans while certain groups gain. Social Security recipients federal workers and unionized wage earners keep pace with prices. Physicians executives and some high earners rose faster than inflation. Farmers posted strong income though volatility remains.
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Carter Discontent Worries Democratic Leaders Across Nation
Democratic Party officials from California to New Jersey express concern that President Carter is failing to meet public expectations amid energy and inflation woes. While some praise his efforts and note farmer and southern loyalty, others cite polling, media bias, and calls for health insurance action as factors shaping a tougher 1980 landscape. Kennedy remains a focal point of debate within the party.
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