Reform urged as U S withholds UN dues over reforms
The United States owes the United Nations about 1 billion dollars. President Clinton proposed a 100 million payment now with the remaining 900 million by 1999 if reforms are enacted. Critics argue Congress withholds funds to force changes, citing bloated bureaucracies and questionable aid.
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Social Security reform options outlined by advisory council
A syndicated column analyzes three stock market based reform plans for Social Security. Each plan shifts funds toward investments, raises risks, and increases government or individual control, with debates over feasibility and fairness as baby boomers near retirement.
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Pope translation errors over evolution spark debate
Thomas analyzes a papal translation mishap about evolution, noting the pope did not soften church doctrine. He argues the accurate French text shows multiple origin theories within science, not a shift toward materialism or communism, and praises faithful translation over sensational headlines.
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Los Angeles
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