Arab Leaders Warn Israel Over Ground Rules Shift
Arab leaders from 21 nations warned that changing the land for peace framework could derail the peace process and harm budding Arab ties with Israel. The Cairo summit urged Israel to honor its obligations, with hard-liners pushing for an end to trade if Israel backs away, while others opposed such moves. Jordan and others wary of losing profitable dealings urged restraint.
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Arab leaders warn deviation from peace formula risks talks
Arab leaders say straying from the agreed formula would threaten the peace process and economic ties. The statement pressures Israel to honor commitments from the recently ousted Labor government while Syria and other hard-line states push for a firmer stance. Netanyahu, Israel's new conservative prime minister, reacts angrily.
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Clinton consulted with adviser in imagined talks with Roosevelt
Hillary Clinton consulted with a spiritual adviser and an associate in imagined conversations with Eleanor Roosevelt during the 1996 campaign, described in Bob Woodward’s book. A Clinton spokesperson said the sessions were brainstorming for her book and not seances, urging a correct framing.
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Hillary Rodham Clinton
Eleanor Roosevelt
Noel Lattimore
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Nancy Reagan
GOP Puzzles Over Character Issue in Clinton Campaign
Washington report notes Republicans fear overreliance on Clinton collapse as a campaign misstep. It recalls 1992 lessons when Bush aides ignored calls to present a stronger case for a second term, fearing the character issue would not sink Clinton. The piece frames the election choice as a broad contrast on integrity and leadership.
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Whitewater
FBI
George Bush
Bush
Analysis links Clinton ethics to polls and past deeds
Article notes ongoing questions about Bill Clinton’s ethics and contrasts his governance with earlier Arkansas days and early presidency. It highlights Republican reactions as they assess potential political fallout and character debates impacting the public’s view. The piece references experience, philosophy, and character as central tipping points.
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Dole
Clinton
Arkansas
Class Facts: Fighting Tops Causes of Suspensions
Harrisonburg schools handed out 217 suspensions totaling one to 10 days in 1995-96 for fighting and disruptive behavior. Fighting caused 76 suspensions, the largest share, with inappropriate conduct second at 40. Weapons and substance violations also appeared, including knife and bullet cases, toy weapons, and firecrackers. Superintendent J W Good noted uncertainty over publicity effects.
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Harrisonburg
J.W. Good
City Schools See Moderate Enrollment Rise and Violations Review
Enrollment grows modestly in city schools while a policy debate prompts awareness. The suspension tally centers on Harrison Middle with 148 suspensions, 63 for fighting, and Harrisonburg High reports 44 suspensions due to a 1995-96 in-school program. Elementary suspensions total 25 across four schools. Boys face roughly triple suspensions compared to girls. 10-day suspensions cite substance abuse and attacks alongside weapon-violence cases.
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Harrisonburg High
Jerry Smith
Thomas Harrison
Democrats unveil famil ies first contract agenda
Democratic lawmakers reveal a families first contract aimed at winning back control of Congress. The piece notes international beef talks, obituaries, and a closing notice from The Daily News Record with July 4 observances and advertising deadlines.
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Daily News Record
Environmentalists Fight GW Gas Pipeline Plan
Environmentalists challenge the Forest Service approval of a 34 mile natural gas pipeline near Laurel Fork in the George Washington National Forest. Thornwood Gas Inc aims to run mainly through the Monongahela and GW NF territories, with 4.2 miles in Laurel Fork watershed. Opponents warn of potential future drilling on 1,900 acres held under federal lease. A regional decision is due next week.
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U.S. Forest Service
Allegheny Highlands
Thornwood Gas Inc
Laurel Fork
George Washington National Forest
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Blaine T. Phillips Jr
Southern Environmental Law Center
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Linda Tracy
Monongahela National Forest
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