Civil rights groups press Ashcroft opposition in D C protests
Civil rights groups led by Jesse Jackson plan public demonstrations against John Ashcroft’s attorney general nomination and oppose Christie Whitman for EPA head, aiming to influence senators at public events including MLK Day. The drive targets testing Democratic votes while labor supports the push.
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Lawmakers Face Redistricting and Tough Economic Issues
State legislatures open new sessions with redistricting at the top of agendas. Health care funding, tax reform, and crime laws loom large as lawmakers from states like California Missouri Idaho and Massachusetts map strategies.
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Eight killed in Volendam New Year fire disaster
A Christmas party in a three story Volendam bar complex burned after midnight killing eight and injuring about 200 as patrons crowded toward exits. Teenage revelers leapt from windows while hundreds were treated for burns and smoke inhalation and some victims were flown to Belgium and Germany for care.
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Calderon pledges cambio as Puerto Rico votes no to statehood
Puerto Rico Governor elect Lila Calderon vows to mend ties with Washington and end the Navy bombing range on Vieques. She frames her win as a rejection of a 2003 withdrawal delay and pledges open democratic talks with the U.S. while opposition to statehood remains strong. Navy land transfer to Puerto Rico is postponed pending Calderon’s stance.
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Lawmakers face conflicts over stock holdings after sworn in
After taking office the Class of 2001 faces votes that could affect stock holdings in high tech health care and communications. AP found 15 own tech stocks incl Intel and Microsoft, 12 in AT&T and GE, 4 in America Online, and 9 in health firms. Critics warn holdings may color positions and create baggage as new senators plan blind trusts where possible.
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