Why Saudis Won’t Back U S Strikes on Saddam Hussein
A Persian Gulf analysis argues that Saudi officials and the broader public oppose direct U S use of Saudi bases for strikes. It notes Saudi priorities favor surgically removing Saddam rather than punishing Iraq’s population, and cites Saudi press debates and regional shifts in alliances amid perceived U S indecision.
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Gramm Quietly Tackles Social Security Medicare Debate
Gramm, seldom seen at media events, shifts to deep work on Social Security and Medicare reform. He advocates moving from a debt based system to an investment based model using surplus Social Security funds to buy real assets under federal regulation. A separate Dome piece notes low recognition for Senate leaders Lott and Gephardt in a 1000 voter poll.
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