Off the record in a world of media drama
Deborah Mathis advises readers on handling reporters and the dangers of off the record. The column warns that statements can be repeated, notes how reporters track conversations, and suggests precautions for those in the public eye including government officials and social figures.
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Balladur Leads French Presidential Race With Broad Support
Edouard Balladur formally entered the French presidential race with a televised address promising reconciliation and nonpartisanship. At 65, the Rally for the Republic figure enjoys strong polling, a large National Assembly majority, and leads rival Jacques Chirac by wide margins in both runoff and first-round projections.
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Gazette promotes farming via soybean ink and recycling drive
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SSI cuts threaten relief for disabled children
Lawmakers seek to end cash payments to 887,000 disabled children, shifting to focused medical aid under reform. The proposal would fund items like wheelchair ramps and therapy while tightening disability rules and limiting benefits, risking hospitalizing or institutionalizing families relying on monthly checks.
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