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Bill to distribute money to lower and middle class taxpayers

SHANNON KEOUGH STAFF WRITER SEK723@CABRINI EDU

The Bush administration, along with congressional leaders, made a decision to cooperate to create a $150 billion economic stimulus package that will go to poor and middle class taxpayers. Up to $600 will be given to individuals, $1,200 for couples, and families will receive $300 for each child. Businesses will also be given a portion in order to purchase new equipment. Both Democrats and Republicans had to make political compromises for this package, but Bush hopes that the package will help boost the economy. Congress will debate the details in the coming week before voting on the bill to present to Bush on Feb. 6.

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The Police Athletic League has positions available for students interested in helping in their office and with after school programs. The Life Childcare Center provides students the opportunity to tutor children.

Students involved in Catholic Social Services will provide childcare for parenting groups. The Norristown Public Library offers a variety of options including help in the computer lab, programming assistance, database research and library aides.

The Tabernacle International Deliverance Church is in search of students who are able to teach computer classes. Students who

Stock market witnesses enormous fall

On Jan. 21 the stock markets radically dropped around the world. It proved to be the biggest loss since 2001 and many fear that the United States has fallen into a recession. The U.S. major stocks have dropped 15 percent since October and they could fall into a bear market if they drop to 20 percent. The drop resulted in the Federal Reserve Bank cutting interest rates by three-quarters of a percentage point down to 3.5 percent. This is the biggest cut in 18 years.

are interested in coaching would be able to assistant coach at the Norristown School District.

“The best benefits of this job are the students’ ability to make connections with their community,” Mindermann said. “They meet leaders who can serve as references for their job search after graduation.”

Students may work between two to 15 hours a week. Their amount of hours worked depends on the agency they decide to work for. The hours can be flexible depending upon the commitment the student has to the job.

Students can find out more about the jobs available by contacting Mindermann or visiting the Wolfington Center.

Importance of Florida’s primary elections

The Florida primary election on Feb. 29 will be an extremely competitive election for Republicans. This will be the first Republican closed primary election. Rudolph W. Giuliani has fallen behind in the polls but a win in Florida will certainly keep him in the race. If John McCain, winner of the South Carolina primary, wins he may become the front-runner of the Republicans. The winner of this primary election will benefit on Super Tuesday, Feb. 5.

Obama wins South Carolina

Barack Obama won the Democratic primary election in South Carolina due to the large support of black voters. Although John Edwards is from South Carolina, he came in third place and has not yet won any state. Obama’s win will put him on an equal playing field with Hilary Clinton on Feb. 5.

Kennedy takes sides

Senator Edward Kennedy has decided to back Obama’s campaign which may increase support from many union workers and Hispanics. The Clintons have continued to urge Kennedy not to support anyone in the race. With Kennedy’s political power, the Clintons fear that Obama may now be able to steal Hilary’s victory.

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