George H W Bush dies at 94 former president passes away
George H W Bush the 41st U S president died Friday at 94 longtime public servant and former vice president who helped shape U S policy across decades. He later received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2011 from President Barack Obama.
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James Baker remembered by leaders worldwide tributes
In April 2018 tributes poured in for James Baker former chief of staff as presidents and officials worldwide offered condolences and remembrances for his decades of service in U S government and diplomacy.
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Coalition leads war to eject Iraq from Kuwait in 1991
The coalition formed to drive Iraqi forces out of Kuwait advances in the 1991 conflict. Key nations and leaders coordinate air and ground operations to restore Kuwaiti sovereignty and enforce UN resolutions.
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Clinton One-Term Presidency Seen as Highly Consequential
In 1992 remarks the speaker framed Bill Clinton as a controversial one term president whose impact they deem substantial and argue he was the best one term leader among U S presidents. The comment referenced political contexts of the 2000s and the 1992 election cycle.
Nativity Display At Villa Maria Marks Start Of Season
Hundreds visited the annual indoor Nativity display at Villa Maria Community Center, now featuring 300 scenes over 15 years. Linda and Richard Loudon of New Wilmington praised the variety, with the exhibit open next Sunday noon to five. Organizers expect 600 to 800 today and 1,200 to 1,500 over the weekend, showcasing pieces from Humility of Mary sisters and local collectors including a 10 year old.
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State opens first priest abuse compensation fund in Philadelphia
In Harrisburg a compensation fund for priest abuse victims is now active in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia with oversight by Kenneth Feinberg who previously led New York funds. The initiative follows grand jury findings of 300 predator priests and at least 1000 victims and runs until September 30, 2019. The Allentown region is mentioned among dioceses pursuing similar plans.
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Wolf Calls For Study Of Possible Redistricting Fixes
Governor Tom Wolf signed an executive order creating a special commission to study how Pennsylvania draws legislative and congressional districts. The panel aims to curb gerrymandering by using policy, technology and data, gathering experts and citizens to propose fair maps amid bipartisan debate.
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Pennsylvania counties race to select voting machines with paper trails
Harrisburg anxiously watches as counties decide on new voting machines with verifiable paper trails. Gov Wolf seeks state funding to cover at least half of the costs, aiming to meet a $125 million price tag before the 2020 presidential primary. Legislative review and partisan caution cloud the plan while counties prepare budgets and test systems under a state purchasing contract.
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