First live televised presidential press conference marks milestone
The 40th anniversary of JFK's January 25 1961 live press conference is noted, contrasting pre Rooseveltan press access with modern on the record televised questioning. The piece discusses live coverage benefits and drawbacks including Nixon Rather exchanges and the impact on public perception. Mike Deupree writes Sundays Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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McCain Fails to Shift Bush on Campaign Finance Bill
In a cordial Oval Office session President Bush and John McCain failed to reconcile key provisions of the reform campaign finance bill. McCain left noting further talks with Senate leaders while Bush kept his position unchanged.
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White House
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Corrections on SKATE Inc. pledges and local figures
The correction clarifies SKATE Inc. pledges total 2.9 million dollars for the ice arena project with some pledges over three years. The city has received 2 million from SKATE, and fundraiser Ed Babka raised 1 million for Rep. Jim Nussle. The address 930 16th Ave SE is noted for Carlos Isaac on the sex offender registry.
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The Gazette Champions Soybean Ink and Recycling Drive
The Gazette highlights environmentally friendly practices by printing with soybean ink and using recycled newsprint. It urges readers to recycle newspapers at City Carton on Sixth St. SW or at nearby locations, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable publishing and waste reduction.
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Thompson and Mineta gain Cabinet posts in Senate vote
The Senate confirmed Tommy Thompson as health and human services secretary and Norman Mineta as transportation secretary by 100 to 0. Mineta is the sole holdover from the Clinton era. other nominees Norton and Whitman faced questions, while Ashcroft faced delay amid civil rights concerns.
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Ron Wyden
Oregon
Charles Schumer
New York
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