Summit Focuses on Trade and Security Ties Between U S and Russia
As Yeltsin and Clinton prepare their third summit in Washington, both leaders face weak polls and mutual economic aims. They discuss trade expansion, NATO questions, and arms control while navigating Haiti, Georgia, Ukraine, and Bosnia issues. The meeting underscores Russia's future within the Western alliance and potential consequences of unilateral actions.
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Synar’s Capitol Hill Career Ends in Oklahoma Runoff Loss
Rep. Mike Synar, a tall tree on Capitol Hill and ally of Gephardt, loses a runoff primary in Oklahoma to a retiree amid anti-incumbent sentiment and campaign finance fights. The defeat ends a 16 year Congress tenure marked by open housing, gun control, cigarette regulation, farming fees, and bipartisan reform efforts.
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Clinton Warns Congress Won't Pass Major Legislation
President Clinton said time is running out as Haiti focus and election pressure limit congressional action. Health care reform stalled, world trade agreement back on track, while lobbying reforms and campaign finance rules face partisan gridlock. McConnell echoed voter impatience, urging lawmakers to pass or pause.
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