North Iran-Contra case ends with dismissal and exoneration
In Washington special prosecutor asks to drop all counts against Oliver North. Judge Gesell grants the motion, North proclaims total exoneration as President Bush calls it a good decision. Convictions earlier included destroying documents and obstructing Congress, with two later set aside on immunity and trial testimony issues.
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Judicial panel to hear Fulcher appeal at KU
Kansas Universitys judicial board will review whether to hear an appeal by Student Body President Darren Fulcher against his expulsion. The panel will determine jurisdiction and may issue non binding recommendations to the EU administration. Fulcher appealed after the senate voted 42 19 for expulsion amid reports of a February misdemeanor battery arrest.
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County administrator gets merit raise in Douglas County
Douglas County Commission approved a 2000 merit increase for County Administrator Chris McKenzie raising his annual salary to 70473.60 dollars. Chairman Louie McElhaney praised his hours dedication and knowledge.
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Senator Harkin seeks Democratic presidential nomination
Sen. Tom Harkin of Iowa formally entered the race on Sunday announcing his bid for the Democratic nomination. He hits the campaign trail starting in New Hampshire as he pursues nationwide support.
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Thomas backs death penalty in appropriate cases during hearings
Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas told the Senate panel he would uphold the death penalty in appropriate cases. He faced questions from Sen. Metzenbaum over fetal protection policies and past speeches. Kennedy accused him of vanishing views as the judiciary panel weighs his confirmation.
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Soviet change forces new university course focus
A Kansas University visiting professor from Poland says evolving changes in the Soviet Union will trigger a transformation in courses on communism and the Soviet system. Svetozar Stojanovic notes a unique shift from one social formation to another, urging sociology and philosophy to reframe Marxism and communism education as fall of communism reshapes the field. He teaches two KU classes and will return to Belgrade in the spring for research, warning academia must adapt before this historic transition.
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