Bethlehem's Christmas Struggle Amid Economic Woes
In Bethlehem, a mainly Muslim city in the West Bank, Palestinian mother of ten Hanan Elayan, 37, voices a stark holiday sentiment as the biblical birthplace of Jesus faces harsh economic hardship and uncertainty.
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New warning on Iraq inspections by U.N. envoy
Bill Richardson, the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, warned that if Saddam Hussein advances and blocks further inspections, ten or more nations may push for force. He noted that current U.N. resolutions could justify military action to compel access to Iraq weapons sites.
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Christmas Budget Tips From Louisville Shoppers
Tina David used coupons and sale ads during a last minute Christmas shopping spree at a Louisville toy store. The piece emphasizes sticking to a budget to avoid post holiday woes and keep money for children’s smiles.
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Louisville
No Cooperation Adds To Tax Rate In Lawrence County
Our Opinion notes that commissioners Burick and Fasnaught claim opposition to higher taxes while preparatory actions push taxes up four mills in 1998 plus a mill for a countywide library. The column urges cooperation, warns voters, and argues the duo could reduce the planned millage with accountable reforms.
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United States accused of undercutting Wei Jingsheng interview
In a controversial move the U S government pressured Voice of America to halt a Wei Jingsheng interview and Worldnet replay after a deal with China allowed his release. Critics say Washington betrayed open expression principles and stifled dissent while promoting liberty worldwide.
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Land of the Free and the Brave
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America
Samuel Berger
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Worldnet
White House
Scripps Howard News Service
Quotes on aphorisms span politics and pop culture
A survey of notable sayings and snappy lines from Richard Grenier to Jerry Brown, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Homer Simpson, and Isabella Rossellini. The piece notes how aphorisms illuminate beliefs on tolerance, politics, media, and truth in modern life. It cites authors, politicians, actors, and journalists across multiple contexts.
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Michael Walzer
Johnny Chung
Clinton
White House
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Lyndi McCartney
Bill
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Promise Keepers
Homer Simpson
Joan Ganz Cooney
Children’s Television Workshop
ABC
Paige Chagois
Richmond
Robin Williams
Vince Lombardi
New York City
Seymour Fliegel
Bell Atlantic
Raymond Smith
Arsal Press
Syndiv
Clinton’s faltering foreign policy muddles the path ahead
The press conference shows President Clinton is reactive on Bosnia Iraq and the Middle East with deadlines unclear and sanctions failing as he weighs pulling out from Bosnia and confronting global warming talks and Russia China amid exhausted ideas and no clear doctrine.
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Yeltsin
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Making money overwhelms values in a holiday yearn
Editor laments commercialism during Christmas and millennium anticipation. The piece critiques profiteers and political excess, warning that commercial interests push aside religious scruples as society chases profits and power. The text references public figures, IRA violence, and a broad moral critique of contemporary culture.
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Letter writers condemn violence and politics in a call for ethics
In a New Castle letter, Nancy C. Brenner denounces wars and sectarian strife, condemns abortion and violence, and criticizes political leaders. She warns against hate, calls for honesty, and urges compassion amid global crises and domestic politics.
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