Our work has just begun in foreign trade and health care
A composite AP summary highlights with NAFTA GATT Asia and export strategy opening markets, a goal of comprehensive health insurance with preventive care and drug coverage, welfare reform emphasizing work requirements after two years, defense budget to protect readiness, and a nonpartisan call for a strong crime bill.
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Clinton pledges health reform crime bill in State of the Union
President Clinton, addressing Congress, vows universal health care reform and a tough crime package. He calls for 100000 more police, life terms for three time felons, and a ban on assault weapons, urging swift action.
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Quotes from Clinton Speech Highlights Balance
Key passages from Clinton's address mark a balance of positive and negative signals. The article notes measured praise for progress and candid acknowledgment of ongoing challenges, framing policy outcomes in a cautious, pragmatic light.
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Basha denounces Symington push for school vouchers
Eddie Basha the Chandler grocery chain owner and a Democratic challenger to Gov. Fife Symington blasted vouchers as part of state education reform. He faulted national figures backing vouchers and urged electing lawmakers focused on children and public schools. The Arizona Education Association rally urged defeating the governor’s proposal and boosting funding for public schools.
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Apple the dog swallows cake knife survives surgery
A border collie named Apple ingested cake and an eight inch carving knife. Veterinarians at the Animal Medical Center performed surgery, removing the knife with the handle first to save the 33-pound dog. Owner Eric Fuchs credits a guardian angel for Apple’s survival.
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Settlement ends molestation suit against Jackson
Michael Jackson settled a child molestation lawsuit Tuesday on terms that left his accuser very happy and the singer proclaiming innocence. A source cited at least 10 million dollars for the out of court agreement. Experts said the settlement could end the criminal investigation, though Jackson’s troubles remain.
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