Beating Tape Review Sparks City Controversy in Philadelphia
A review angles on the videotaped police beating of a Black man as Philadelphia Mayor John F. Street faces a debate over the footage. The tape feeds tensions about police conduct while officials weigh criminal implications and public safety concerns.
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John F. Street
New AIDS Drugs Show Promise for HIV Treatment
Dr. Joseph Eron of the University of North Carolina cites a new class of AIDS drugs that researchers say may offer significant help to many patients, marking potential progress in HIV therapy.
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Joseph Eron
University of North Carolina
Israel Cancels Aircraft Sale to China Amid U.S Opposition
Defense Secretary William Cohen said China objected after Israel canceled a planned military aircraft sale to China. Chinese President Jiang Zemin had protested the deal, which the United States opposed.
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Defense
William Cohen
Jiang Zemin
Israel
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Viewpoints on Divorce and Its Effect on Children
The Heritage Foundation researchers say divorce harms children, raising crime, drug use, school struggles and risk of self harm. They cite rising divorce rates since 1935 and millions of affected children, urging government action and cultural moral renewal to protect youngsters.
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Heritage Foundation
Patrick F. Fagan
William H.G. Fitzgerald
America
Fagan and Fitzgerald
Health reform debate fuels a partisan push for patients bill
The patients bill of rights gains momentum in Congress amid claims it will curb HMO costs and protect patients. Critics say it risks massive lawsuits and higher inflation, threatening managed care’s gains while noting no broad proof of essential care denial. Analysts warn compromises exist but politicians focus on rallying constituents.
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al Gore
George W. Bush
Hmos
Scripps Howard News Service
The Patriot sparks political waves among critics and fans
Review lauds The Patriot as a well acted and accurately themed American Revolution film. It argues the movie presents historically true private arms defense and Christian figures while criticizing liberal critics for labeling its portrayal as controversial. Tarleton and real battles are noted for context.
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Columbine
South Carolina
Insurance subsidy plan exploited by Nevada lessons
The piece argues the national prescription drug subsidy for Medicare seniors mirrors a failed Nevada model. It notes insurers' profit motive, insufficient subsidies, and low private interest. It highlights political splitting, debates over direct Medicare benefits vs private plans, and rising drug costs with industry price concerns.
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Senate
Nevada
Kenny Guinn
al Gore
Scripps
Lead Wicks Raise Candle Health Concerns
The Public Citizens Health Research Group warns air and surface lead from metal wicks may exceed federal safety standards after burning candles. A test of 285 candles found elevated lead exposure risk, prompting readers to inspect wicks for metal tips at the center.
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Public Citizens Health Research Group
Candles With Metal Tips Sparks Lead Warning
Washington area yielded 86 candles with metal tips. nine contained high lead. Officials urge caution and advise avoiding burning candles with metal tipped wicks. Clarissa Fides Neshannock Township
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Washington, D.C
Clarissa Fides
Neshannock Townships Criticism of School Board Action
A reader laments the Neshannock Township School Board's decisions, calling for a recall movement against out of town members. The letter condemns perceived deception and seeks articulation to defend the town’s “good life” against what it describes as diabolical chicanery.
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Neshannock Township
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