McVeigh Oklahoma City case ends quick prosecution phase
The government wrapped its case against bombing suspect Timothy J. McVeigh in 18 days, arguing trials stay about the law not drama. Observers note if defense follows, the trial could conclude within a month or two, focusing on essential evidence to determine guilt or innocence.
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Timothy J. McVeigh
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Change in Iran may still be slow
The election of Mohammed Khatami as Iran's president raises optimism at home and among neighbors but progress may be gradual. Supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei retains authority over institutions, limiting potential shifts in policy and Iran's commitment to the Islamic revolution.
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Mohammed Khatami
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Ayatollah Khomeini
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Gore Makes First 1997 New Hampshire Stop Amid Campaign Ties
Vice President Al Gore visited Manchester to push economic gains under the Clinton Gore era while promoting an anti smoking campaign at Northwest Elementary School. He avoided explicit 2000 primary timing, citing 967 and 994 days to the next NH primary, entertaining questions about Gephardt and policy while stressing bipartisanship and campaign readiness.
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al Gore
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Clinton Gore
Wmur-Tv
Elizabeth Dole
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Jim Demers
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Insurance parity for mental health in May Mental Health Month
A Mental Health Association ofiken County board member argues that insurance coverage for mental illness lags behind physical illness. The piece notes deductible gaps and 50 percent coverage for mental health after deductible, plus caps and lifetime limits, urging legislators to address parity and ensure access to treatment.
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William Eaton
Johns Hopkins School of Hygiene and Public Health
The
Mental Health Association
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Aiken Technical College Launches 25th Anniversary Campaign
ATC inaugurates a Five Year Strategic Plan emphasizing workforce and economic development in central South Carolina. Dr Kathy Noble outlines the goal to expand education access via electronic links and strengthen industry partnerships to boost regional economic growth.
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Kathy Noble
ATC
Noble
Aiken Technical College
South Carolina
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