Jackson May Run Washington Mayor After Poll Boost
A Washington Post poll indicates Jesse Jackson could defeat Mayor Marion Barry, prompting Jackson to say he has not ruled out a mayoral bid though he claims no campaign plans. He argues his national base is growing while Barry faces scandal and possible retirement. The piece notes Maurice Turner also defeating Barry in the same poll.
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Resignation of Wright aide follows hammer attack past
John Mack, top aide to House Speaker Jim Wright, resigned amid renewed focus on a 1973 hammer attack that nearly killed a young woman. Convicted at 19, he served 27 months before parole and rose to chief aide and executive director of a key Democratic leadership group before stepping down.
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Increased risk with painkillers for kidney disease
A UPI report notes a study of 554 kidney disease patients finding daily acetaminophen use for at least a year triples the risk of chronic kidney disease. Occasional use showed no significant risk. Researchers caution against overuse of non-prescription painkillers.
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Endeavour Named Shuttle Replacing Challenger
NASA sponsored a national contest to name the replacement for Challenger. Two winning teams from Mississ ippi and Georgia chose Endeavour after an 18th century ship, with the name endorsed by President Bush and NASA planning a 1992 debut flight.
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