Chavez Wins Venezuelan Presidency in Landslide
Former military coup leader Hugo Chavez won Venezuela’s presidential election by a landslide. Chavez, 44, will control the country’s vast oil wealth, prompting U S concerns over autocratic aims and economic management. Fireworks and street celebrations followed the victory in Caracas as supporters wore red berets.
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Pinochet Arrest Returns Spotlight to American Victim Case
Joyce Horman, widow of Charlie Horman, sees renewed attention as Pinochet faces arrest in London and possible trial in Spain. She joins a Washington news conference urging release of U S classified records on Chilean human rights abuses during 17 years of his rule, amid claims of thousands disappeared or killed.
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White House rolls out forum on Social Security amid impeachment
White House press and legal teams frame President Clinton as focused on the public good during impeachment hearings. Clinton will speak at a national TV event about safeguarding Social Security while facing a partisan Capitol Hill clash and a later dinner honoring his Northern Ireland peacemaking.
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Father Convicted in HIV tainted blood case
LT. CHARLES MO AP A father Brian Stewart 32 of Columbia Illinois was found guilty of first degree assault for injecting his 11 month old son with HIV tainted blood to evade child support. Jurors after eight hours recommended life in prison with sentencing set for January 8. The mother identified as Jennifer wept as verdict was announced. Prosecutors said he stole HIV infected blood from his hospital workplace and injected it during a 1992 visit. the child now seven has AIDS. Prosecutors called the act a death sentence for the child. Defense denied proof of injection.
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Coalition Opponents Lead Early Nigerian Local Polls
In Nigeria early results show the Peoples Democratic Party leading in many states. The coalition includes 34 former opponents of the late Gen Sani Abacha with support from former military ruler Gen Olusegun Obasanjo who donated 2 5 million dollars for campaigning.
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