Primary proves money can't buy public service
Four years after incumbents faced voter backlash, California's 1998 primary shows voters favor substance over style. Gray Davis won the Democratic nomination for governor, defeating wealthy rivals Al Checchi and Jane Harman, while spending and negative campaigns failed to guarantee victory. Davis now faces Dan Lungren in the general election, underscoring a mature electorate that rewards concrete credentials over slick ads.
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California
Gray Davis
Davis
Jane Harmon
al Checchi
Checchi
Harmon
Dan Lungren
U.S
Michael Huffington
Senate
Dianne Feinstein
Nichols silent at sentencing for Oklahoma City bombing
U S District Judge Richard Matsch sentenced Terry Nichols to life in prison for his role in the April 19 1995 bombing that killed 168 and injured hundreds. Nichols refused to answer questions, claiming fear of state charges, while McVeigh faces the death penalty.
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Terry Nichols
U.S
Richard Matsch
Matsch
Nichols
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
Alfred P. Murrah Federal
Timothy McVeigh
McVeigh
Editorial Page Note Clarifies Opinions of Writers
The Amarillo Daily News explains that editorials reflect the board’s stance while columnists offer individual views. Readers are reminded that opinions of local and syndicated writers do not necessarily mirror the newspaper’s official position.
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Eft
Amarillo Daily News
Colum
Nists
Bill Ginsburg exits Lewinsky case sparks media star shift
Milwaukee column writer venting over Bill Ginsburg leaving the Monica Lewinsky case laments the end of a TV era. The piece mocks his crisis public image, compares him to quirks of a family member, and hints at a new media opening for his hosts and admirers.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Bill
Monica
William Ginsburg
Miss Lewinsky
Ken Starr
Bill Ginsburg
Ginsburg
Nicey-Nicey
Independent Counsel
Seymour
Legislators Bush oppose tobacco fees in Texas dispute
Seven lawmakers in Austin back Gov. George W. Bush against $2.3 billion in legal fees tied to the $15.3 billion tobacco settlement. They say mediation was never rejected, while Morales accuses Bush of aiming to pick allies. Bush argues federal appellate judges cannot mediate as they may hear the appeal. Also urged: Texans buckle up under the 1985 seat belt law, with DPS stressing enforcement and safety gains amid 75 percent current compliance.
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Austin
George W. Bush
Texas
Bush
U.S
David Folsom
Seven
Folsom
Dan Morales
Margaret Wilson
Pete Schenkkan
Morales
Ward Tisdale
5Th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
Department of Public
Dudley Thomas
DPS
Thomas
Dallas Morning News
Mike Cox
Austin American-Statesman
Cox
Why We Root Against the Great Yet Cheer the Underdog
A column explores why fans celebrate underdogs and revel in the fall of great players like Michael Jordan. It argues greatness unnerves audiences, provoking envy, resentment, and a desire to see the mighty stumble, while admiring bold underdogs who chase impossible dreams.
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Miami
Michael Jordan
Chicago
Bulls
Jordan
John Elway
Chicago Cubs
Bob Dole
Susan Lucci
Havng
Jong
Doonesbury and the elusive reach of giants
An essayistic musing on fame and admiration. It notes that greatness inspires awe yet cannot fully captivate the human heart. The author discusses Michael Jordan as an emblem of excellence while asserting ordinary rivals can still evoke deeper loyalty.
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Uncle Seymour
Lawyers’ Magazine
Starr
Washington
Spicer
Rick Horowitz
Lyndell Williams
Leonard Pitts
Doonesbury
Schnook
Garry Trudeau
Sall
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