Probe Probes Southern Black Church Fires for Conspiracy Pattern
James Johnson, assistant treasury secretary, says a larger conspiracy is a plausible explanation as investigators examine a string of fires at Southern black churches. The remark signals broader concerns about coordinated attacks and national security.
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Clinton cites border crime drop at San Diego event
President Clinton told reporters at San Diego police headquarters that crime and illegal immigration along the U S Mexico border have been sharply reduced, declaring border communities are being turned back into safe, orderly areas.
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Neglected tragedy of mothers in childbirth noted
UNICEF executive director Carol Bellamy cites a UNI CEF report showing Third World women die unnecessarily during childbirth in numbers far higher than earlier estimates. The remark labels maternal deaths as a major global crisis.
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Carol Bellamy
Unicef
Our Opinion Paying a price for free speech
The piece defends MLB action against Cincinnati Reds owner Marge Schott for racist remarks. It argues the First Amendment protects individuals but private entities may discipline conduct harming their interests. It notes Schott remains free to speak, while baseball retains the right to disassociate.
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America
Schott
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der Fuhrer
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Yeltsin Uses Showmanship Ahead of Russia's Election
Analysts note Boris Yeltsin campaigns across Russia with bold stunts including a rock performance and baby kissing as polls show him leading neo communist rival Gennady Zyuganov. Voters face a crucial test of democracy to ensure free, fair elections and peaceful transfer of power.
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Russia
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Trish Goff and the shrinking fashion ideal
A critique of ultra thin models in Vogue and other magazines. The piece notes Trish Goff as emblem of a skeletal trend alongside Kate Moss and Kristen McMenamy, and cites Omega pulling ads over anorexia concerns. It argues fashion editorials standardize a size 2 body, harming young girls’ body image and self worth.
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Vogue
Linda Evangelista
Kate Moss
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Kristen McMenamy
Omega
Omega Company
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Vietnam
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Harper’s Bazaar
Dole Ends His Honorable Senate Career
Scripps Howe reflects on Bob Dole stepping down after 35 years in Congress and 12 years as Senate leader. The piece notes bipartisan respect, Dole’s legacy from Social Security funding to the ADA, and the looming election year dynamics that may stall major legislation. The author urges appreciation for Dole’s decency and public service as he prepares to depart the Senate.
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State of the Union
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The Practical Philosophy by R L Dabney book review
A critique of modern political cant on family values praising R L Dabney 19th century Calvinist scholar. It outlines Dabney s two part work analysis of ethical theories and practical civic duties, condemns vote swapping and patronage, and argues current rights erosion leads to centralized tyranny and loss of constitutional republic. King Features Syndicate
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