Lan Lee Named Clinton Nominee For Civil Rights Post
Biographical sketch of Bill Lan Lee, 48, Clinton's pick to head civil rights enforcement at the Justice Department. Raised in New York, educated at Bronx Science, Yale, and Columbia Law. Los Angeles resident with wife and three children. Has taught at Fordham, volunteered for AALDF, worked at Center for Law in the Public Interest, and serves as Western regional legal counsel for the NAACP Legal Defense Fund.
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Civil rights nominee Lee becomes symbol in affirmative action clash
President Clinton nominated Bill Lan Lee, seen as a symbol of the national debate over affirmative action, to be the civil rights enforcement chief. Republicans block his Senate approval, risking a White House confrontation as public support shifts and polls show mixed views on racial preferences versus opportunities.
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Presidential pets ease White House stress through history
Washington notes animals in the White House have soothed leaders and aided public image. From Laddie the Airedale and Pauline Wayne to Fala the Scottie, pets influenced politics, diplomacy, and morale across presidencies, even prompting famous moments and speeches.
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U S backs Islamic summit proposals
The State Department gave a cautious welcome to resolutions from an Islamic summit of 55 member states in Iran. Spokesman James Foley noted incomplete information and a moderate tone in some resolutions while others varied, calling for dialogue among cultures and condemnation of terrorism.
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Southwestern Bell Tariff Changes Under FCC Access Reform
Southwestern Bell Telephone Company will file tariff modifications on December 17 1997 to align access charges with cost causation under the FCC Order on Access Reform. The changes take effect January 1 1998 and may raise or lower charges for residential and business customers. For bill impact details contact local business office or send comments to the FCC at 1919 M Street NW Washington DC 20554.
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