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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1998

Page

3

Wreck shaped Powell son into a public life and law

Michael Powell, FCC commissioner and son of Colin Powell, reflects on a 1987 jeep crash that left him with a shattered pelvis. The accident redirected his path to law, antitrust work, and public service, shaping his views on deregulation, competition, and government role.

Washington Michael Powell White House Powell Walter Reed Hospital Jane Knott Federal Communications Commission FCC The Justice Joel Klein Clinton Arthur B. Calvahouse Reagan O'Melveny & Myers Harry Edwards U.S. Court of Appeals District of Columbia Colin Powell Joint Chiefs of Staff Alma Colin

Starrs parade of witnesses offbeat in Clinton Lewinsky probe

Outside the federal courthouse reporters chase the Ken Starr grand jury saga as Monica Lewinsky’s testimony may arrive soon. Quirks by witnesses and impersonators color daily coverage while officials guard information in the ongoing, highly publicized inquiry.

Washington Federal Courthouse Ken Starr Grand Jury Monica Monica Lewinsky Federal Clinton Lewinsky Kenneth Starr E. Barrett Prettyman Linda Tripp Tripp Philip Doughter Vernon Jordan Purlie Victorious Ossie Davis Secret Service

Chinese ambassador snubs House hearing in Washington

China's ambassador Li Zhaoxing backed out of a House subcommittee session on human rights after lengthy talks over testimony terms. Rep. Christopher Smith said Li stiffed the committee, while Li and Chinese officials cited the form of the hearing and late notice as the reason for not appearing.

Washington China United States House Subcommittee On Human Rights Li Zhaoxing Smith Congress

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