Democrats push wider probe of Gingrich ethics
Democrats seek broader inquiry into House Speaker Newt Gingrich ethics amid past precedent from the Jim Wright case. Rep. Pat Schroeder and Rep. Tom DeLay argue the special counsel could expand findings, while Gingrich’s aides and ex-wife links surface in behind the scenes reports.
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Whitewater evidence contested by Senate panel chief
Senate Whitewater panel head Sen. Alphonse D Amato accused Clinton lawyers of meeting on November 5, 1993 to suppress federal investigators. He said the note dispute could trigger a protracted court battle over attorney client privilege as Senate probes continue amid election season.
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Hawaii panel backs same sex marriage in recommendation
A Hawaii state commission urged the Legislature to grant marriage rights and recognize domestic partnerships for same sex couples. The 5-2 vote said denial of licenses harms couples with legal and economic protections, arguing it violates equal protection though lawmakers had barred such marriages.
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Toy Story tops weekend box office in North America
Disney's Toy Story led the weekend box office with 13.5 million dollars in ticket sales. The report lists top earners including Father of the Bride Part II at 11.4 million, Goldeneye at 5.2 million, Casino at 3.7 million, a two way tie for Money Train and Ace Ventura at 3.3 million, The American President at 3.0 million, Get Shorty at 1.05 million, and It Takes Two with Nick of Time at 0.9 million.
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