Voter confidence returns in Brazil re elects Cardoso by landslide
Brazil’s President Fernando Henrique Cardoso wins re election by 56 percent to 29 percent over Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva amid a global market crisis. Voters criticize earlier social progress but trust the path set by his leadership.
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Russians Press Milosevic Against NATO In Kosovo Crisis
Russian Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov and Defense Minister Igor Sergeyev met Yugoslav leader Slobodan Milosevic to oppose NATO airstrikes as Kosovo tensions rise. Milosevic warned of defense if attacked while Yugoslav generals placed air defenses on high alert and Kosovo governance debates began.
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Environmental riders spark uproar over stealth budget deals
Environmentalists and the Clinton administration deride riders tacked onto spending bills to ease regulations for mining oil and development. Dozens of measures face veto threats as lawmakers argue over forest road removals Tongass timber limits and dam rules. A Green Group coalition mobilizes ads and 10 million members to pressure Congress.
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Lott accuses White House of brinkmanship in budget talks
Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott charged the White House with using the threat of a government shutdown for political gain. He said he may be unable to trust administration officials during budget negotiations as one week remains before Congress adjourns. White House aides deny seeking a shutdown and urge Republicans to address concerns on education and the environment.
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Openly Gay Utah Candidate Faces Campaign Fire
Jackie Biskupski, 32, the first openly gay candidate for Utah’s Legislature, runs on taxes crime and growth while facing attacks from the far right and some within the LGBTQ community. Her opponent highlights alleged hidden agendas as Eagle Forum officials defend revealing her sexuality.
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