Americans may scrap swimsuit competition
Miss America Organization chief Leonard Horn announced that viewers will vote via a 900 number during the Sept 16 live telecast on whether to drop the swimsuit segment, with proceeds supporting scholarships or charity. The swimsuit portion would be removed if the public chooses, though preliminaries may still include swimwear.
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OKC rescuers urge national standards after bombing
Paramedics on scene of the Oklahoma City blast urged national training standards and a common radio frequency for disaster response. FEMA’s community-specific integrated emergency response course should be mandatory, with drills and simulations, citywide coordination, and stress-debriefing programs to help rescuers cope.
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Democrats say GOP wanted poster is racist
Seven House Democratic women named on a GOP poster claim it endangers them by fueling hostility toward black, Jewish and women lawmakers. Rep. Maxine Waters urged FBI and House security to warn the 28 targeted Democrats as GOP chair Bill Paxon defends the fundraising use and notes the poster targets voting records rather than individuals.
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