Powell Nominated as Secretary of State in Bush Cabinet
President-elect Bush names retired General Colin Powell as secretary of state. Born April 5 1937, Powell served 35 years in the Army, held key posts including Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and earned multiple military civilian honors. He founded America's Promise and wrote My American Journey. He and his wife Alma have three children and two grandsons. Powell advocates equal opportunity and unity for all Americans.
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Powell named to Bush cabinet amid praise from allies
Colin Powell accepted a post in President Bush's Cabinet at Crawford Elementary School. Senate Democrats pledged cooperation to move the nomination swiftly as Powell urged global engagement and coalition building with Russia and China. Bush cited Powell's integrity and leadership, while Condoleezza Rice prepared to join as national security adviser. Senate leaders called the move a strong start for the new administration.
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What Ifs Shape History Tackling 2000 Election Scenarios
Historians and political scientists discuss counterfactuals in the 2000 presidential race. They consider how butterfly ballots early networks calls and campaign decisions might have altered the outcome. Experts say what-if analysis aids learning from history, though some dismiss it as idle speculation.
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What ifs swirl as Bush leads in poll after close election
The Los Angeles Times poll finds most Americans back Bush as president though a plurality believes Gore would have won Florida and the White House if the vote counted. It notes skepticism about Bush legitimacy and unity, highlights demographic divides, and discusses what ifs from butterfly ballots to Nader’s absence.
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