Bushs wiggle room on gun show checks and stance
Bush says he favors instant gun show checks yet let Texas legislation die and later opposes Senate backed measures. Analysts note his vague language and adaptive terms mask firm positions, a strategy likened to Clinton’s deft politicking in care full word choice and policy positioning.
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Colorado judges impose first death sentence under new law
A three judge panel in Golden awarded Francisco Martinez the death penalty, marking the first such verdict since Colorado law empowered panels to decide death cases in 1995. Proponents claim impartiality, while opponents warn of more appeals and political pressure on judges up for retention.
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Grounding urged for old T-34A fighter planes
A federal safety panel urged a temporary grounding of Beech T-34A aircraft used in civilian flight-simulated combat after a fatal crash near Rydall Georgia. The plane reportedly tore a wing during a high G turn, killing the pilot and passenger.
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Hackers Target Senate and FBI Web Sites
Hackers disabled and defaced federal and state sites including the Senate and Virginia state government pages. The FBI took its site down after attempts to compromise it, with no clear return date until possibly the weekend or early next week. Debbie Weyerman said restoration timing remained uncertain.
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Father sentenced on kidnap charges in Florida
Stephen Fagan, 57, pleaded guilty to kidnapping his two daughters abducted 20 years ago during a weekend visit in 1979. He received five years probation and a $100,000 fine after a plea bargain that avoided prison. He had secreted the girls under assumed names while telling them their mother was dead.
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Clinton's New York Senate bid sparks brutal race talk
The piece previews a possible 1990s Senate clash between Hillary Clinton and New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani. It notes advisers plan a late entry and a campaign that could shape national politics, warn of a fierce, mean-spirited race, and highlight attacks on Clinton's background and husband.
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House GOP leaders face tough path with slim majority
Washington Republicans confront a 222 211 1 vacancy House split as six defections can derail bills and sway control. Internal briefings stress unity while Democrats seek to highlight GOP weakness ahead of 2000. Nethercutt warns against creating the impression leadership is ineffective after beating Foley.
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