Next president could influence Supreme Court
The Supreme Court faces a 5-4 divide on abortion and race and the next president could shift its balance. Clinton warned that abortion rights hinge on the election, suggesting possible changes to Roe v. Wade if Gore or Bush wins, while Bolick warns of a potential court shift.
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Discovery lands in California desert after 13 day mission
Discovery touches down near the Mojave Desert after a 13 day flight. The seven astronauts return from a mission to prepare the international space station for its first full time crew. Commander Brian Dufty and Mission Control hailed the landing as a safe, successful conclusion.
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City Council Passes Nation's Highest Minimum Wage
Santa Cruz officials approve an $11 per hour minimum, or $12 with benefits, in a unanimous vote. The plan, developed over months, lacks formal opposition and targets city-funded agencies.
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China marks 50th anniversary of Korean War entry
Beijing observes the 50th anniversary of China joining the Korean War with tributes to fallen fighters and praise for peace overtures toward former adversaries. State newspapers say the 140,000 Chinese lives and economic costs were worthwhile as Beijing nudges North Korea toward reconciliation with South Korea and the United States.
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Soldiers clash as Ivory Coast election protests erupt
Mutinous soldiers warn troops at a military base amid new violence after bloody protests over Gen. Robert Guei and his rival claiming victory. Predawn clashes raise fears of unrest in Ivory Coast, once stable in West Africa.
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US commanders prep as Gulf forces stay at high alert
U S forces in the Persian Gulf keep Navy ships at sea and raise the alert level in Bahrain and Qatar after the USS Cole bombing. Pentagon officials say threats are credible but not yet pinpointed, with President advisers and military leaders testifying on the matter.
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Clinton signals separate talks with Israeli and Palestinian leaders
President Clinton said he is willing to meet separately with Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak and Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat in Washington if both sides show progress in halting violence. He met King Abdullah of Jordan to discuss a decade of trade liberalization as peace efforts continue.
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Judy Collins to sing at Belafonte tribute in New York
Judy Collins agreed to perform at a tribute to Harry Belafonte hosted at Ambassador Holbrooke's home, after a call that initially suggested a Middle East mediation role. She sang Scarlet Ribbons at the event last week.
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Foster Defends Confederate Flag at Reform Rally in South Carolina
Reform Party vice presidential candidate Erola Foster speaks in West Columbia praising heritage of the Confederate flag while criticizing the NAACP for opposing it. Maurice Bessinger, barbecue baron, defends flying the flag at his restaurants and cites free speech. Wal-Mart halted sales of his mustard sauce after his slavery remarks, costing him about fifty thousand dollars weekly.
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Haskins Dies at 45 House Leader in South Carolina
House Speaker Pro Tem Terry Haskins, aged 45, died after a five year battle with skin cancer. He shaped gambling policy in 1999 by drafting language that banned video poker, a key move praised by colleagues as a legal mastery and decisive leadership.
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