Lavelle Convicted on Four Counts in EPA Case
Rita Lavelle, former EPA official, convicted on four of five felony counts after an eight day trial. She faces sentencing January 9 with a maximum 20 year prison term and a $19,000 fine. Lavelle maintained she told the truth and was not obstructing Congress.
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Baptist Leader backs Jesse Jackson for president endorsement
Washington The Rev. Jesse L. Jackson won the endorsement of the leader of black Baptists, Rev. T. J. Jemison of Baton Rouge, the president of the National Baptist Convention, U.S.A., Inc. He said the group will provide word, deed, and finance support, signaling a national political organization and campaign funds. The black Baptist group claims about 40,000 members.
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U.S.A
Baptist Endorsement Sparks Debate in Jackson Campaign
Jemison said the National Baptist Convention has 6.8 million parishioners backing Jackson but declined to estimate contributions. The endorsement stirred controversy similar to AFL-CIO backing Mondale, which Jackson says should have been pro rated by union support. Jemison noted the Baptist group did not poll its members either.
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Reagan to announce bid for second term in late January
President Reagan plans a formal bid for a second White House term in late January. A White House source says the announcement will follow the State of the Union, likely from the Oval Office, with ongoing fluid plans and no opposition within his circle.
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Concert wish granted to cancer stricken girl
A Massachusetts girl with leukemia will attend a Neil Diamond concert with help from donors in Kansas City. Peggy and Clark Mayers bought two extra tickets, A Wish Come True will provide airfare, locals offered transport and lodging, and a restaurant chain will supply meals. The story sparked widespread generosity and hope.
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