McCain Feingold reform deserves a fair hearing
The column argues that McCain and Feingold should push campaign finance reform without linking to Sen Thompson hearings. It praises McCain’s record, critiques tying reform to Thompson, and notes the need to curb soft money and PAC donations to prevent corruption in politics.
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Campaign reform critique exposes perceived bid to profit from power
A column denounces the McCain Feingold reform bill as dishonest and self serving. It accuses Washington insiders of shifting blame, restricting political speech, and empowering special interests while praising or condemning various actors in a harsh, satirical tone.
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Weld Helms clash ends Weld ambassadorship bid
The incident between William Weld and Sen. Jesse Helms over Weld’s Mexico ambassadorship became a public clash. Weld withdrew after Helms refused a hearing, calling Washington a funny town as the saga played out through the summer.
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Graglia remarks spark debate on race and merit at UT Austin
Barbara Ransby argues negative stereotypes hinder progress for African Americans and Latinos, criticizing UT Austin Law Professor Lino Graglia for remarks she calls biased and harmful. She notes systemic discrimination and questions how merit and support are defined in higher education.
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