Town hall questions highlight dividing Iraq policy at OSU
The Wednesday town hall at Ohio State University drew heavy audience skepticism about U S policy toward Saddam Hussein. Demonstrators disrupted the event, while attendees pressed the administration to explain whether war abroad is justified without a provocation akin to 1991 Gulf War. The piece urges consulting Middle East nations and learning from George Bush’s approach before seeking public backing for an attack on Iraq.
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Stocks now top American household wealth at 50 year peak
The New York Times notes households hold more of their net worth in stocks than ever, including 401(k)s and pensions, totaling 28 percent of assets up from 12 percent in 1990 as the Dow hits new highs. Optimism grows though long term housing and Social Security debates continue.
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Divided House Faces Iraq War Speech at OSU
White House emissaries at Ohio State University outlined the push for air strikes on Iraq while noting mixed reactions and protests. Madeleine Albright and Cohen defended possible military action, stressing Saddam Hussein's weapons program and the dangers of mass casualty attacks, as Congress considers next steps.
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Conversions and the higher good in Karla Faye Tucker case
The Aiken Standard reporter discusses Karla Faye Tucker's claimed conversion before execution and raises questions about who can deem jailhouse conversions real. It contrasts evangelical leaders Falwell Robertson and John Paul II with Christ's teachings on judgment, noting potential political entanglements and the impact on Christianity's public witness.
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Pat Robertson
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Robertson
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Texas
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Letter to the Editor Attacks on the Presidency Stir Vexed Debate
Herbert P. Harden from Charleston criticizes Gregory J. Topliff's letter about the Clinton presidency, arguing the President bears blame for alleged misconduct. He cites Flowers, Willey, and Jones, accuses the administration of lies, investigations, and ethical lapses, and condemns liberal Democrats as reckless. Harden, a retired Navy veteran, urges moral clarity and loyalty to country.
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Amad
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Charleston
Bath area survey on local calling expansion
Federal Communications Commission survey cards were sent to Bath area telephone subscribers to gauge support for local calls to Bath and nearby towns including Graniteville Beech Island and possibly North Augusta EL Busbee Langley notes Bath New Ellenton would join existing Aiken Jackson and the Savannah River Plant for local access.
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