Yeltsin Faces Challenge as Russian Assembly Votes
Russian lawmakers endorsed a 70 page draft constitution that would curb Boris Yeltsin's powers and push for a referendum. Yeltsin retains authority to issue decrees and appoint ministers while pushing for a presidential republic versus a legislative model.
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Rainy Earth Day parade dampens Lawrence celebrations
Rain cut short Lawrence Earth Day activities with a 150 member downtown parade at 11 a.m. and displays in South Park. Organizers including JOY HARRIS showcased environmental groups such as Sierra Club Kansas, NORM L Kansas, The Nature Conservancy Kansas, and local clubs. The event closed around 3 30 p.m. with most acts completed.
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Cox tops Kan Relays as standout KU runner
Kansas' Michael Cox, shown at right, ran a personal best mile leg in the distance medley relay and helped Kansas to victory. He was voted the Relays' most outstanding male performer after his Saturday performance on the final day of the meet.
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Legislators report progress on KU higher education needs
Local lawmakers who met Saturday with Kansas University officials said the session made headway on higher education. Representative Sandy Praeger noted a shift in attitude toward funding and said the Legislature is building momentum for future years. Topics included Hoch Auditorium repair funding, graduate teaching assistant waivers, staff salaries, and library funds totaling 160000 for the Lawrence campus and 35000 to 40000 for the KU medical center in Kansas City. Unresolved items include school finance and reapportionment, contingent on forthcoming actions at the state capital.
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Senator pressures Finney to sign abortion bill into law
Kansas state politics heat up as Governor Finney weighs a controversial abortion regulation bill. State Senator Wint Winter Jr. defends the measure as moderate and constitutional after Attorney General Stephan declared it valid. The bill would regulate abortions and make blocking access to a clinic a crime, while upholding a woman's right to abortion before viability.
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