Nation Poll Shows Support for Stronger Terrorism Crackdown
CBS News poll finds two thirds of Americans want the federal government to have greater power to monitor terrorist groups. About 66 percent expect more U S terrorist bombings within a year. Roughly 9 in 10 favor more security checkpoints, guards, and metal detectors even if it means longer lines at public events. The Olympic bombing is viewed as unlikely to be repeated soon by 25 percent.
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Mack among eight as Dole VP hunt begins
Florida Senator Connie Mack, a tax cut proponent, is reportedly the eighth prospect asked to provide records for Bob Dole's vice presidential background check. Mack says he has not spoken with Dole but was contacted by the campaign.
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Investigators lift wreckage as bodies rise after TWA 800 blast
Divers recover more debris and 10 more bodies from the Atlantic south of Long Island as investigators seek causes for the TWA 800 explosion. The front fuselage and cargo area clues are prioritized, with a Navy salvage ship moving to lift debris and identify whether a bomb, missile, or mechanical failure caused the disaster.
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Welfare bill showdown signals reform battles in Congress
Congress moves toward a sweeping welfare overhaul as the House plans a vote and the Senate follows. GOP concessions meet Clinton’s objections on aid cuts, with a plan to end the federal entitlement, require work after two years, and cap aid at five years per family. The bill trims food stamps for immigrants, preserves federal food aid, expands Head Start eligibility, and adds a working-poor tax credit while limiting disability benefits.
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Dole repeats attack on Hollywood amid praise of films
In San Diego on Tuesday, Bob Dole praised films that uplift the country while denouncing degrading, tawdry fare, naming Striptase as lacking redeeming value. He skipped a Little Rock fundraiser to return to Washington for his economic package, citing timing with Whitewater charges in Arkansas.
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Gibson’s Lear stolen edition recovered in Fairfield
An early edition of Shakespeare King Lear valued at 7500 dollars was stolen from Mel Gibson’s Greenwich home and recovered. A rare book dealer flagged papers inside the book indicating a recent sale in Los Angeles, leading to police involvement. A Gibson representative asked no charges be filed. investigators have a suspect.
Religious group accused of illegally assisting campaigns
Federal regulators charged the Christian Coalition with illegal campaign activity during elections. The suit claims millions of voter guides and thousands of calls sought to turn out voters for Republicans including George Bush and Newt Gingrich, with no disclosure as campaign spending. Critics say the group acted like a political action committee while claiming education.
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