Voices Gun industry blocks mandatory trigger lock standards
President Clinton and several U S gun manufacturers announced a voluntary plan to supply trigger locks with handguns. Critics say the move undermines Congress efforts to set minimum lock standards and may benefit manufacturers over public safety. The comments also touch on inflation risks from labor costs and cautions against spending projected surpluses.
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Reno Critique Sparks Calls for Independent Counsel
The piece accuses Attorney General Janet Reno of shielding the Clinton White House, urges appointment of an independent prosecutor, cites alleged evidence mishandling, and predicts political theater at a House hearing led by Henry Hyde while stressing perceived conflicts of interest and obstructed inquiry.
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Gallman elected SC NAACP president at Aiken convention
James Gallman of Aiken is new president of the South Carolina NAACP, winning over Rev. H H Singleton by 129 to 60 in a state convention held in Aiken. He succeeds Dr W E Gibson after a 20 year tenure and pledges unity and non discrimination as he leads the organization for a two year term. Gallman has long been active in education and local NAACP work and thanked Singleton and his predecessor in a gracious acceptance.
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Are Men Really So Bad in Feminist Debate
A column juxtaposes Take Back the Night protests with the Promise Keepers rally, arguing men can be better husbands and fathers. It critiques NOW leader Patricia Ireland and defends biblical headship while condemning gender-neutral militancy and feminist double standards. The piece frames men and women as mutually dependent allies under Christian ethics.
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